Mary Benzies started running the Senior Youth Theatre in 2007, in the first year produced 'Multiplex' by Christopher William Hill about staff at a multiplex cinema.

This was a massive success at the box office and got rave reviews from local news.

This led to an increase of interest from young people who wished to get into performing arts.

This meant that only selected members who were interested and dedicated to producing innovative, creative theatre would be accepted, leading to a massive boost in the professionalism and standard or performance by the company.

SSYT is primarily funded by South Kesteven District Council and its company's members.