⭐ Fundraising goal: £2,000
Help Megan get to BYMT
13-year-old Megan Burton has been selected for British Youth Music Theatre. She'll be performing in the world premiere of Paper Stars in Exeter this August — and she needs your help to get there.
Meet Megan
My name is Megan Burton and I'm 13 years old, from Tollard Royal, Wiltshire. Performing has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember — I've been training since I was about 18 months old, and my family always says I could sing before I could talk.
I'm still working hard to develop my skills and I currently train around 6 hours a week. I love musical theatre and being on stage is where I feel most alive.
Being selected for BYMT is a huge honour, and I'm determined to make the most of this opportunity. But I need a bit of help to get there.
At a glance
- 13 years old, from Tollard Royal, Wiltshire
- Training since 18 months old
- 6 hours of training per week
- Selected for British Youth Music Theatre
- Fundraising target: £2,000
The Opportunity
Megan has been offered a place to perform in Paper Stars — a brand-new musical theatre show by Grace Chapple (Co-Writer), Luke Byrne (Composer & Lyricist) and Miranda Middleton (Co-Writer).
The show will be performed at the Barnfield Theatre, Exeter from 14–16 August 2026. It's a world premiere — and Megan will be part of it.
Paper Stars
World premiere — a new musical by Grace Chapple, Luke Byrne & Miranda Middleton
Exeter
Barnfield Theatre, 14–16 August 2026
£2,000
Needed to cover course fees and accommodation
"I'll be training and performing with young people from across the UK, learning from industry professionals, and taking part in a full production. This is an incredible opportunity and I'm working hard to make it happen."
— Megan Burton
About BYMT
British Youth Music Theatre (BYMT) is a national youth music theatre company that creates opportunities for young people from all backgrounds to develop theatre skills and enhance wellbeing.
Through the collaborative and inclusive process of making original music theatre, BYMT brings together talented young performers and musicians from across the UK to train with industry professionals and create full-scale productions.
Being selected for BYMT is highly competitive. Participants audition nationally and, if chosen, work intensively to rehearse and perform brand-new shows — many of which are world premieres.
About Paper Stars
Paper Stars is a brand-new musical theatre show — a world premiere coming to the Barnfield Theatre in Exeter this August.
Written by Grace Chapple and Miranda Middleton, with music and lyrics by Luke Byrne, it's one of BYMT's 2026 summer productions.
Ways to get involved
Every contribution — big or small — helps make this possible. Here are the ways you can support Megan.
Donate
The quickest way to help. Any amount makes a difference. Donate directly through GoFundMe — you can choose to leave your name or donate anonymously.
Donate on GoFundMe →Enter the Raffle
Raffle tickets are £2 each. You can enter online or in person at the fundraising concert. The draw takes place on Sunday 17 May at 6pm — winners announced on social media.
Enter the Raffle on RallyUp →Come to the Fundraising Concert
Sunday 17 May, 5–6pm at Sixpenny Handley Hall. Tickets are £10. Come along, enjoy the show, and support Megan in person.
Buy Concert Tickets →Sponsor Megan (Businesses)
Local businesses can sponsor Megan's place. In return, you'll be thanked publicly and promoted on social media.
£50 — Supporter Sponsor
Business name/logo listed on thank-you post and event programme
£100 — Sponsor
Everything above + a special thank-you mention at the event
Custom amount
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Donate a Raffle Prize
We're looking for raffle prizes — gift vouchers, products, hampers, experiences (classes, tickets, entry passes), or services (hair/beauty, fitness, meals). All prize donors will be promoted and thanked on our fundraising updates.
Hear from Megan
Megan made this video to share her story and explain what this opportunity means to her.
Get in touch
Whether you'd like to sponsor, donate a raffle prize, book concert tickets, or just say hello — we'd love to hear from you.
Follow Megan
@megan_burton_acting on Instagram →Sharing helps too
If you can't donate right now, sharing this page with someone who might be able to help makes a huge difference. Thank you. 💛
Thank you for supporting Megan's training and performance opportunity.
With gratitude — Megan Burton & family