Bare Bones Theatre Company, with Leo Marland, are currently seeking submissions for their Scratch Night, 'TransScript'.
Held in Islington on 14 November, during Trans Awareness Week, this opportunity is open to trans or non-binary playwrights with an original work in development. Whether you have finished ideas or are still starting out, we will help perfect, cast and direct your work.
Submissions are open from now until 16 October.
To submit, click the Opportunity Info link below!
TheatreCraft is back on Friday 6 November at the Royal Opera House, and across the West End.
We are actively seeking volunteers to help bring this year's event to life! Love Masterclass, and want to give back?
Join us in supporting:
This is your chance to gain behind the scenes experience at the UK's largest free theatre careers event, work with industry professionals, and play a key role in inspiring the next generation of theatre makers. Plus it will look brilliant on your CV!
Volunteers are entitled to invoice TheatreCraft £20 to cover any expenses incurred for taking part.
Want to volunteer?
We can't wait to work with you!
For more information and to register your interest, click the Opportunity Info link below!
We will soon be launching Young Vic Young Disruptors - a new programme for young people interested in producing and a career in theatre.
Young Vic Young Disruptors is a 3 month programme for 18-25 year olds living in London to learn new producing skills and programme their own event at the Young Vic.
Chosen participants will take part in weekly sessions at the Young Vic, learning fundamental and valuable skills in theatre producing. Using these new skills, they will then plan and run their own public-facing creative event in response to our Main House show dissent by debbie tucker green.
Key dates:
For more information, click the Opportunity Info link below!
Find networking a bit awkward? Us too!
Making Connections is about trying to make networking more friendly, enjoyable and creative. Early-career artists and southwest arts organisations are invited to take part in a relaxed evening of conversation, games, food and drink - getting everyone in the room building new connections and chatting about how they can support each other.
Key information:
Who we're inviting...
Lots of early-career creatives from all disciplines, Arnolfi, Spike Island, We The Curious, Team Love, Bristol Old Vic, Culture West, Bristol Beacon, Diverse Artist Network, Trinity, Rumpus Animation, Aardman, MUTi, Noods, ParaOchestra, Friction Collective, Super Culture, St Paul's Carnival, Little Lost Robot, Bath Spa Uni, ACE.
Access Info...
Please get in touch if you'd like to start a conversation about adjustments we can make to support your full engagement. Access to The Courts building is from Bridewell Street, with a step-free entrance in the passage between The Courts and The Island. There are two access points, the first door is over a silver grate path and has a buzzer entry, there is then a lift up onto the Ground Floor, which is step-free. There is also a lift-free entrance which is the brown door further down the passageway, please call me on 0117 947 7948 when you arrive, and our reception team will come meet you. The ground floor is step-free and there is an accessible toilet, as well as gender neutral individual cubicles.
For more information and to book, click the Opportunity Info link below!
If you’re making performance work and don’t know how to take it to the next level, then a Scratch Night might be just what you need. These Made in Cornwall Scratch Nights are a collaboration between some of Cornwall’s cultural institutions, which means performers get some of the region’s leading brains, experience and creativity in a room together.
Made in Cornwall want to establish a vibrant Scratch culture in Cornwall. A safe space for exploration and a fertile ground for discussion about new work within the artistic community. A Scratch Night is about being brave and testing your idea in front of a friendly, creative and constructive audience who will then give you feedback.
Scratch Nights are hosted all around creative venues in Cornwall, including on the Cornwall Playhouse stage. Please see below for information on the upcoming Scratch Night, and they hope to see you there!
Stay tuned for the new season of Scratch nights...
Think you’re ready to test out your idea?
Please apply to the organisations hosting the Scratch Night you want to get involved in (detailed below). You will be able to perform in front of an audience who will discuss the work with each other and provide feedback on your developing piece. A small bursary may be available to cover expenses.
For more information, click the Opportunity Info link below!
Are you ready to explore what’s possible in the world of performance?
Young Talent Expo 2026 is for aspiring performers aged 8–21, bringing together young talent with the people, knowledge and opportunities that can help them navigate the industry.
Whether your passion is stage, screen, voice acting or musical theatre, there’s something waiting for you at Young Talent Expo.
WHY ATTEND?
Attending Young Talent Expo is a unique opportunity for young performers to explore the world of performance and gain valuable insights into building a career. This event is designed to equip young talent with realistic, industry-specific information that will help them make informed decisions about their future.
At the expo, you’ll have the chance to meet with a wide variety of exhibitors offering services to support your career development and learning. You can attend informative seminars and hands-on workshops led by industry professionals, learning tips and techniques that will help you grow. Plus, there will be live performances and interviews with special guests, offering inspiration and real-world advice.
One of the standout opportunities is the chance to perform in front of casting directors and agents, giving you the chance to be seen and potentially open doors to future roles. With plenty of networking opportunities and special offers available, Young Talent Expo is an unmissable event for anyone passionate about performance!
KEY INFORMATION:
For more information, and to purchase a ticket to attend, click the Opportunity Info link below!
Explore the theatre's most haunted locations as you uncover the fascinating history of this iconic venue, which has entertained audiences for almost 100 years.
Hear chilling tales of the resident ghost said to haunt the stalls, reports of mysterious disembodied voices, and real-life paranormal encounters experienced by New Theatre Oxford's own staff.
Whether you're a believer or simply love a good ghost story, this unique guided tour is the perfect way to discover the theatre after dark. The best way to start the spooky season... if you dare.
Dates:
Join one of RADA’s upcoming Open Days for an inside look at our Foundation Degree in Technical Theatre and Stage Management.
You’ll have the opportunity to meet our students and staff, explore our training spaces, visit technical departments, and find out more about life at RADA including funding, student support, and career pathways.
Open Days 2025-2026:
At RADA, we enable exceptional technicians, managers, designers and makers to thrive through world-leading, industry-focused training that blends hands-on experience with professional practice.
Whether you’re exploring lighting, sound, props, scenic art, or stage management, our open days are the perfect chance to discover how RADA can help you become a highly skilled and creative theatre-maker.
A CPD opportunity for teachers to embed drama and creativity into their teaching, through working with a Bristol-based theatre company, Travelling Light.
Want to shake up your physics lesson but need some inspiration? Join Travelling Light on an exploration of how to incorporate more Drama into your classroom. Find out how a team of artists and teachers used arts-based learning to refresh their existing curriculum, whilst supporting pupil oracy, emotional literacy and wellbeing.
Key aims of the session:
Slots available in Bristol (8th Dec), Weston-Super-Mare (9th Dec) or Bath (11th Dec).
Please note, this is for teachers only.
Experience a behind-the scenes tour and interactive sessions throughout the building, with expert advice on career pathways into theatre and live entertainment at one of Bristol's most iconic venues!
Book for either the 4th or 6th November.
This opportunity is part of the West of England Discover! Creative Careers takeover, in collaboration with: Get Into Theatre, Bristol Old Vic, Bristol Beacon, St George’s, The Redgrave, Prime Theatre, The Egg Theatre and Bristol Old Vic Theatre School.
Please note, this is for school groups only. Sign up and book via the Discover! Opportunity Finder.
