Experience Opportunity

Young Creatives & Technicians

Join us this August for a free, five-day theatre course delivered by the Donmar and the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama. 

Gain hands-on experience with industry experts and take the next step towards a career in Set and Costume Design, Lighting, Sound, and Stage Management & Stage Technology.

Discover how artists apply artistic and technical skills in real productions, explore pathways into work including apprenticeships, Higher Education and early career employment opportunities. 

You’ll build a portfolio of work, meet top industry professionals, and watch a performance at the Donmar. 

When and Where?

  • 10 - 14 August 2026
  • 9:30am – 5pm each day
  • Royal Central School of Speech and Drama in Swiss Cottage, London.

What to expect

  • Fun, engaging, and practical training from theatre designers and technicians
  • Opportunities to ask questions, learn directly from theatre professionals, and explore your next steps in the sector
  • Travel bursaries available for Camden and Westminster applicants
  • A ticket to a Donmar production and reunion event on the 10 September 2026
  • Access free tickets for each of our productions as part of  the Donmar Alumni Community
  • Access to application support for courses at the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama

Requirements

The programme is open to applications from all young people aged 16–19 in London, and anyone is welcome to apply. 

A proportion of places on this project are reserved for young people who have historically had less access to training and creative opportunities, and those who are local to the Donmar & Royal Central.

We particularly welcome applications from young people who meet any one of the following widening participation criteria:

Your household income is under £35k

You have ever received free school meals (FSM), either currently or while you were in school

You have a disability or are neurodivergent

You are from a Global Majority background

You are care experienced, or are a young carer

You are a forced migrant (refugee or asylum seeker)

You live in an area that is low under England’s index of multiple deprivation (Score 1 or 2 - you can check your postcode here or email local@donmarwarehouse.com and we will check for you)

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