YOUNG adults have been given the chance to run The Albany theatre in Deptford.

The Takeover festival next month is a showcase of work by 20 adults, aged 16 to 25, who have been gaining work experience in all of the venue’s departments, from producing to sound recording.

This project is the first of its kind at The Albany, offering opportunities for budding young producers to develop their skills and organise a festival of music, film and theatre.

The final shows created by the group will run for a week at the theatre from March 15 to March 21.

For a list of all shows at the Takeover festival, visit thealbany.org.uk