BLOG: A hello from Lydia, our new Creative Learning Assistant  

30 March 2022 | Blogs, General, Interviews

We interviewed Lydia, our Creative Learning Assistant supported by the Jack Petchey Foundation, about how her one-year internship with Half Moon is going.

How did you start working at Half Moon?

I first heard about Half Moon when I was studying Drama at Queen Mary University. When my course finished and I was looking for full time employment in the youth and arts sector I went straight to the Half Moon website. Luckily, they had a position available for a Creative Learning Assistant.  After a couple of interviews, I was lucky enough to be offered the job and I started in January.

The position is a one-year Internship supported by the Jack Petchey Foundation, which was set up to help young people reach their full potential, so I am able to connect with other interns in organisations across London and Essex. I am so excited to be here for the year!

What have you enjoyed most so far about working with us?

I have loved the variety of work I am doing, everyday is different and I am constantly able to learn and try new things. So far, I have loved getting to know the young  people who come to Youth Theatre, it always brightens my day, and it’s great being able to see them gain confidence and get about excited about theatre. Having been a member of a youth theatre myself when I was younger, I know what a special time it is to be creative outside of school. I can’t wait to see the amazing things they have been working on at the end of term sharings!

When you are not at Half Moon, what are some of your favourite things to do?

Well, I have ended up coming back to Half Moon to see some of the wonderful shows, but apart from that I love to catch up with friends and explore London, and on a Sunday, I love going to Columbia Road Flower Market and cooking my friends a Sunday Roast!

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