Mousetrap theatre education charity changes name

A West End theatre education charity is ushering in "a new era" of activity with a name change after 25 years.

Mousetrap Theatre Projects, whose patrons include Hugh Bonneville, Sir Kenneth Branagh and Alison Steadman OBE, will now be known as Go Live Theatre Projects.

Originally formed in 1997, the charity is 'dedicated to enriching the lives of young people through theatre'.  

Chief Executive Susan Whiddington CBE said: "Our name change to Go Live Theatre Projects reflects the important thread that runs through all of our work with schools, families and youth groups – offering young people and families the special opportunity to attend ‘live’ theatre performances.”

Whiddington added that she was “extremely proud of all that our charity has achieved in the last 25 years for disadvantaged young people, those with additional needs and low-income families, working hand in hand with the theatre industry".

As Go Live, the charity will be "staying true to our mission to use the power of theatre to create inspiring experiences and unlock possibilities for young people," Whiddington said.