Lasree Playhouse | Empowering Youth. Transforming Communities. Creating Pathways. 
Lasree Playhouse

Empowering Youth.
Transforming Communities.
Creating Pathways.

We help young people and emerging entrepreneurs build sustainable futures through skills, mentorship and market access.

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500+
Young People Reached
50+
Programmes Delivered
10+
Years of Impact
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Why Lasree

Why Lasree Playhouse?

Development should lead somewhere. Not just to a certificate, but to confidence, work and long-term independence. These values guide everything we do.

Empowerment

We give people the skills, confidence and opportunities to take charge of their own future.

Inclusivity

We open doors for people from all backgrounds and treat every person with dignity.

Integrity

We stay accountable and transparent in the way we run the organisation.

Growth

We back continuous learning, personal development and lasting economic progress.

Collaboration

Real community impact comes from working together, not working alone.

Opportunity

We link skills and talent to real opportunities in jobs, business and markets.

Young people at Lasree Playhouse
10+ Years
of Community Impact

At Lasree Playhouse we exist to turn potential into opportunity. We identify talent, develop skills, provide mentorship, create practical experiences and connect young people and emerging entrepreneurs to opportunities that can lead to employment, enterprise development and sustainable livelihoods.

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Our Mission

Our Mission

What We Stand For

We empower young people, emerging entrepreneurs and underserved communities through accessible skills development, artisan training, creative and talent development, entrepreneurship support, mentorship and psychosocial wellbeing programmes.

We create practical pathways that connect people to workplace experience, employment, enterprise development and market opportunities. Our aim is simple. Help people build confidence, earn a sustainable living and contribute meaningfully to their communities.

Our Focus

  • Skills development
  • Artisan training
  • Creative and talent development
  • Entrepreneurship support
  • Mentorship
  • Psychosocial wellbeing
Our Vision

Our Vision

To build thriving and empowered communities where young people and emerging entrepreneurs have the skills, confidence, support and opportunities to turn their potential into sustainable livelihoods, successful enterprises and meaningful careers.

Our Programmes

Our Programmes

Our work runs through four main pillars. Each one connects people to skills, mentorship, workplace experience, employment and entrepreneurship.

Youth & Creative Development

  • Talent identification and development
  • Artist and musician development
  • Beauty and personal-care skills
  • Creative-industry and youth programmes
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Skills & Artisan Development

  • Construction and bricklaying-related skills
  • Mechanical-related skills
  • Electrical-related skills
  • Other technical and artisan programmes
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Entrepreneurship & SMME Development

  • Informal trader and hawker support
  • Business administration and financial literacy
  • Stock, inventory and business compliance
  • SMME growth and sustainability support
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Market Access & Economic Opportunities

  • Workplace exposure and employment linkages
  • Supplier and enterprise development
  • Procurement and product placement
  • Retail and market access
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Our Development Pathway

Our Development Pathway

We do not believe in once-off training. We build a complete pathway that helps participants move from potential to real opportunity.

Talent Identification

Skills Development

Mentorship

Practical Experience

Workplace Exposure

Market Access

Employment or Entrepreneurship

This pathway helps participants apply their skills, grow their confidence and progress towards sustainable livelihoods.

Our Impact

Our Impact

This space will share verified outcomes, participant stories, programme results and partner feedback as our work grows.

We keep our impact reporting honest, specific and up to date, so our community, partners and funders can see the real difference we are making together.

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How You Can Help

Lasree Playhouse works best when we work together. We welcome partners, funders, mentors, employers and community organisations who share our vision.

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Funders, employers, government departments, SETAs, corporates and community organisations can work with us to create lasting impact.

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Support Our Programmes

Help young people and emerging entrepreneurs access skills, mentorship and practical opportunities that build sustainable futures.

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Become a Mentor or Volunteer

Share your time and experience with the next generation of talent, entrepreneurs and community leaders.

Join the Team

Provide Workplace Exposure

Open your workplace to young people and emerging entrepreneurs. Real experience opens real doors.

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Support Market Access

Create supplier, procurement, product placement or retail opportunities that link skills and talent to real markets.

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Funding & Corporate Partnerships

Explore funding and corporate partnership opportunities that help us scale our programmes and reach.

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Find Us

Where to Find Us

Come visit Lasree Playhouse. We are right here.

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Our Leadership

Meet Our Founder

Leading Lasree Playhouse with vision, passion and purpose.

Founder & Executive Director / CEO

Lasry Osabuohien Ohenhen

Portfolio: Overall Leadership, Strategy & Partnerships

The Founder and Executive Director provides overall strategic leadership and keeps Lasree Playhouse aligned with its vision, mission and objectives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide overall organisational leadership and strategic direction.
  • Drive the organisation's vision, mission and long-term development.
  • Represent Lasree Playhouse before government, funders, donors, corporates and strategic partners.
  • Lead fundraising and strategic partnership development.
  • Oversee organisational programmes and projects.
  • Ensure compliance with the organisation's constitution and applicable regulatory requirements.
  • Coordinate executive meetings and ensure implementation of approved decisions.
  • Build strategic relationships that create opportunities for the organisation and its beneficiaries.
Lasry Osabuohien Ohenhen
Our Leadership

Meet Our Co-Founder

Championing skills development, enterprise and community empowerment.

Thabo Bradley Seloane
Co-Founder & Executive Director

Thabo Bradley Seloane

Portfolio: Programmes, Skills Development & Community Initiatives

The Co-Founder and Executive Director develops and oversees programmes that advance skills development, entrepreneurship, enterprise development and community empowerment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and oversee skills-development and community programmes.
  • Design initiatives targeting youth, entrepreneurs and communities.
  • Develop training, mentorship and enterprise-development opportunities.
  • Identify community skills gaps and development opportunities.
  • Establish partnerships with SETAs, training institutions, businesses and relevant stakeholders.
  • Oversee programme implementation and beneficiary development.
  • Provide technical and professional guidance on skills-development initiatives.
  • Monitor programme performance, outcomes and social impact.
  • Contribute to funding proposals, project concepts and strategic initiatives.
  • Represent Lasree Playhouse in relevant industry and skills-development forums.
Our Leadership

Meet Our Finance Director

Ensuring sound financial management, transparency and accountability.

Finance Director / CFO

Wadzanai Ohenhen

Portfolio: Finance, Financial Controls & Accountability

The Finance Director and CFO ensures sound financial management, accurate financial reporting and appropriate financial controls.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare and manage organisational and project budgets.
  • Maintain accurate accounting and financial records.
  • Monitor income, expenditure and cash flow.
  • Prepare regular financial reports for management and the governing body.
  • Ensure proper financial controls and approval procedures.
  • Monitor grant and project expenditure against approved budgets.
  • Assist with funding applications and financial reports to funders.
  • Maintain supporting documentation for financial transactions.
  • Coordinate with auditors and accounting officers where required.
  • Advise management on financial matters and financial risks.
  • Promote transparency, accountability and responsible use of organisational funds.
Wadzanai Ohenhen
Governance

Governance & Accountability

How our leadership works together, with clear oversight and separation of duties.

Sound Governance

The three leadership portfolios work collaboratively while maintaining clearly defined areas of responsibility. A Governing Body or Board provides oversight, governance and accountability.

Financial Controls

No individual has unrestricted control over organisational finances. Appropriate approval procedures, financial controls and, where applicable, dual authorisation or signatories are in place.

Our People

Meet the Team

The people behind Lasree Playhouse, united by a shared passion for youth development, skills and community empowerment.

A Team Built on Passion and Purpose

Our team brings together educators, artisans, entrepreneurs and community builders who believe in the power of skills, mentorship and opportunity. We work hand in hand with young people, emerging entrepreneurs, families and partners to create meaningful pathways to sustainable livelihoods.

What Drives Us

  • Collaborative spirit. We work as one team, with one shared vision.
  • Practical excellence. We hold ourselves to high standards in everything we deliver.
  • Community first. Every decision serves our young people, entrepreneurs and their families.
  • Inclusive practice. We welcome talent from every background and ability.

From our facilitators and mentors to our volunteers and support staff, every member of the Lasree Playhouse family plays an essential role in building sustainable futures.

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Our Commitment

At Lasree Playhouse we are dedicated to nurturing potential, building confidence and fostering community through skills, mentorship and practical opportunity. Our work creates safe, inclusive spaces where young people and emerging entrepreneurs can develop their talents and progress towards sustainable livelihoods.

Our Partners

We work alongside young people, communities, funders, government departments, SETAs, corporate partners and other stakeholders to turn our commitment into real pathways for youth development, skills development, entrepreneurship and economic opportunity.