The Usual Suspects star, who is creative director at the Old Vic, is on the hunt for young actors, writers, directors and producers for his annual 24 Hour Plays: Old Vic New Voices event.

The avid Twitter user has extended his search for new participants to the internet by appealing to virtual followers between the ages of 18 and 25 to apply.

The event challenges youngsters to write and put on productions in just 24 hours.

Spacey 'tweeted', ""(It's) the ultimate theatrical challenge for young creatives,"" before listing instructions on how to try out.