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.
Calling all school groups! Join The Redgrave for some technical workshops as part of Discover! Creative Careers.
Workshop 1: Introduction to Technical Theatre (KS3) Time: 10:00 – 11:00 AM - Friday 14th November
Age Range: Key Stage 3 (Years 7–9)
This hands-on workshop introduces students to the exciting world of technical theatre. Participants will explore key aspects of stagecraft, including lighting, sound, and stage management. Through practical activities, students will gain insight into the behind-the-scenes roles that bring a production to life and discover the wide range of careers available in the technical side of the performing arts.
Workshop 2: Introduction to Technical Theatre (KS4 & KS5) Time: 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM - Friday 14th November
Age Range: Key Stage 4 & 5 (Years 10–13)
Tailored for older students, this interactive workshop delves deeper into the world of technical theatre. Covering lighting design, sound engineering, stage management, and production planning, it offers a comprehensive overview of the skills and pathways available in the industry. Ideal for those considering a future in theatre production or backstage roles, this session provides both inspiration and practical knowledge. Aimed at GCSE and A Level Drama students.
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, Prime Theatre, The Egg Theatre and Bristol Hippodrome.
We are looking to cast three female actors/devisers through an open casting call out. We want to meet actors of all ages, body types and backgrounds to come on board to work with us and our wonderful creative team of brilliant women for the first research and development phase of this brand new show.
We will be holding casting workshops on Tuesday 4th and Wednesday 5th November in Newcastle city centre.
We are looking to meet actors who are:
Dates:
We are particularly interested to meet actors from the north east, actors from the Global Majority and those who are not originally from the UK and bring an international perspective.
A hands-on and interactive morning of workshops, behind-the-scenes venue tour, music industry careers sessions and career pathway discussions, all leading to a creative challenge for ages 14-18.
Join us on either 19th or 26th 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, The Redgrave, Prime Theatre, The Egg Theatre, Bristol Old Vic Theatre School and Bristol Hippodrome.
Please note, this is for school groups only. Sign up via the Discover! Opportunity Finder.
Come and find out all about the roles behind-the-scenes in a theatre.
An informative and fun morning for 11-14-year-olds who want to find out more about what it takes to run a theatre – who works behind the curtain, how did they end up here, and what do they actually do each day?
Meet a range of people including backstage technicians, front of house staff, marketeers, fundraisers, events managers, finance team members, actors, directors, and producers...
This opportunity is part of the West of England Discover! Creative Careers takeover, in collaboration with: Get Into Theatre, Bristol Beacon, St George’s, The Redgrave, Prime Theatre, The Egg Theatre, Bristol Old Vic Theatre School and Bristol Hippodrome.
Please note, this is for school groups only. Sign up via the Discover! Opportunity Finder or via Bristol Old Vic's website.
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.
Join us for a free ticket to the 2:00 pm matinee performance of 'Government Inspector' at the Tobacco Factory Theatre. After the show, stay for an exclusive talk and Q&A with members of the production team and cast, who will share insights into their roles and career journeys. This is a unique opportunity for students to deepen their understanding of how a production is brought to life—directly connected to the performance they’ve just experienced.
"It's not good, gentlemen, that's why I've gathered you all here. An inspector is coming... A government inspector!"
The news that a government inspector is due to arrive in a small Russian town sends its bureaucrats into a panicked frenzy. When a scheming stranger rolls into town, a simple case of mistaken identity exposes the hypocrisy and corruption at the heart of the community in Gogol’s biting satire.
Originally published in 1836, this caricature of politics and moral bankruptcy still rings true for today’s audiences – proving that some subjects will always be ripe for an inspection…
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 Hippodrome.
Please note, this is for school groups only. Sign up via the Discover! Opportunity Finder.
The Bruiser Ambassadors is a youth steering group. Members meet regularly to help develop Bruiser’s education and community engagement programme. The group is open to young people living in Northern Ireland aged 16+
Through RADA Connect we aim to support applicants currently underrepresented at RADA, in higher education and in the industry. We also aim to reduce financial barriers to applying; help applicants feel prepared for their interview or audition process; build community and connection and help create a sense of belonging.
We want you to feel creative, inspired and like you belong here.
RADA Connect supports applicants to our BA (Hons) in Acting and Foundation Degree in Technical Theatre and Stage Management with a free application, online and in-person workshops, advice and support for eligible applicants.
Experience the magic of pantomime from behind the scenes!
Discover the magic that goes into creating our award- winning pantomimes. From costumes and props to stage secrets, it will be a unique glimpse into the world of theatre.
Take a picture of yourself in our pantomime set, see out wonderful costumes up close as you enjoy an exclusive backstage tour.
Our backstage tours are suitable for all ages to enjoy.
Dates:
Friday 12 December - 3.30pm & 4.15pm
Sunday 14 December - 11.45am
Tour lasts a maximum of 40mins.
Please bear in mind that there is no step free access on theatre tours.
