We offer opportunities to explore technical theatre, stage management and design for young people aged 11-18.

Our courses and masterclasses give creative young people the opportunity to gain a real insight into drama school training and the wider 'backstage' industries. Specialist classes are delivered by a variety of professionals, in skills including lighting, sound, stage management, prop making, costume and set design. 

Across a two-day short course, you will have the chance to try a variety of backstage roles and skills in a series of hands-on workshops with specialist tutors who are working professionals. No previous experience is necessary - just an interest in getting creative, an enjoyment of making things, and a willingness to get stuck in!

There are opportunities for anyone who is interested in learning some of the skills required for careers in: 

• Theatre and film set design, 
• Costume design, 
• Art and design, 
• Illustration,
• Puppet or prop making, 
• Fashion,
• Lighting design
• Sound design 
• Stage management.

We are committed to giving every young person aged 11 - 18 with a passion for theatre the opportunity to benefit from the specialist drama training delivered by RWCMD, regardless of experience or financial means.

We place great importance on making our courses accessible to all young people who have a genuine interest in theatre, if you have any questions regarding financial support please get in touch.

Interested in studying a performing arts subject at university in 2027?

A three-day residential summer school
28th - 30th July 2026

Engage in a taste of first year life. Experience student accommodation. Explore LIPA and Liverpool. GET SET to take the next step.

What do you do on Get Set?

• Engage in practical skill-building workshops in your chosen area from Acting, Dance, Music, Musical Theatre, Theatre Design/Production.
• Gain insights into the application process for university and student finance.
• Prepare for auditions and interviews, through our information sessions and mock auditions/interviews with helpful feedback.

Is Get Set for you?

This summer school is for students who are currently in Year 12 or equivalent and will be under the age of 18 at the end of July 2026. To join us you must also meet one of the following eligibility criteria:

• Live in a postcode where participation in higher education has traditionally been low (use our online postcode checker below to see if you are eligible)
• Be Black, Asian or from an ethnically diverse background
• Be in local authority care or have previous experience of being in care

Illuminate Drama Teacher CPD Day is back for its fifth year on the South Coast!

Join us in person for a full day of inspiring workshops, featuring exciting opportunities to meet and talk with theatre education specialists, industry professionals, and fellow drama teachers.

This year we will have three workshops throughout the day that will each take a deep dive into different practices over the course of two hours. You will get to partake in all the following workshops:

• Explore movement, rhythm, space, chorus and the ensemble in the context of teaching Complicité’s approaches to devising. You will encounter games and practical exercises that have grown from Complicité’s rehearsal room, which you will be able to bring back to your work with your students.
• Hop, Skip and a Jump is a practical session which reflects the practices used by Kneehigh when making work. Delivered by Mike Shepherd, actor, director, teacher and founder of Kneehigh. “Ideas are everywhere – I don’t judge them as good, bad or indifferent – I like to take them for a hop, skip and a jump.”
• Join Olivier Award-nominated theatre company Les Enfants Terribles for a found object design and manipulation workshop on puppetry in the classroom. Using everyday objects, you’ll explore design elements and construction techniques, followed by a practical puppetry skills workshop resulting in the animation of your found object puppet.

Workshops will take place across both of our venues: Mayflower Theatre and Mayflower Studios.

There will also be the exclusive opportunity to see Blood Brothers at Mayflower Theatre for an additional £20 to round off a theatrical and inspiring day!

Please note spaces are limited and available on a first-come-first-served basis. Payment must be made before Friday 19 December 2026 otherwise your place will be released.

A chance to spend a  few days exploring drama at the Unity, meet new friends, enjoy games, creating characters, puppetry and more with brilliant practitioners. All abilities welcome.

Week 1 of Summer:

Jersey Week 1 (8-21years): Tuesday 21st July - Sunday 26th 2026

Week 2 of Summer:

Jersey Week 2 (8-21years): Tuesday 28th - Sunday 2nd August 2026

Brighton Week 1 (Year 3-13): Tuesday 28th - Sunday 2nd August 2026

Brighton Weeny Week 1 (Reception to Year 12): Wednesday 29th July - Sunday 2nd August 2026

Week 3 of Summer:

Brighton Week 2 (Year 3-13): Tuesday 4th August - Sunday 9th August 2026

Brighton Weeny Week 2 (Reception- Year 2): Wednesday 5th August - Sunday 9th August 2026

Birmingham (Year 3- Year 13): Tuesday 4th August - Saturday 8th August 2026

Birmingham Weeny (Reception- Year 12): Wednesday 5th August - Saturday 8th August 2026

Week 4 of Summer:

Watford Summer School (7- 18years): Monday 10th August - Friday 14th August 2026

Watford Weeny Summer School (4-6years): Tuesday 11th August - Friday 14th August 2026

Week 5 of summer:

Saffron Walden (Year 3- 11): Monday 17th August - Saturday 21st August 2026

Unity Theatre are offering a 2 day theatre workshop for kids this July! ⁠
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A chance to spend a few days exploring drama at the Unity, meet new friends, enjoy games, create characters, puppetry and more with brilliant practitioners. All abilities welcome.

Date: 27 & 28 July

Time: 10.30am - 4.00pm

Location: Unity Theatre, 1 Hope Place, L1 9BG

The Opera North Youth Orchestra (ONYO) forms part of the Opera North Youth Company. It serves to help dedicated young musicians transition from further or higher education into the professional world of music.

Drawing inspiration from the orchestral and opera work of Opera North, the Youth Orchestra prepares and performs two programmes of challenging repertoire each academic year. Rehearsing in the Orchestra of Opera North rehearsal studios, the Youth Orchestra provides opportunities to learn the musical and non-musical intricacies of working within a high-level orchestra whilst gaining further experience with orchestral and operatic repertoire and having fun!

Players travel from all over the North and Midlands to gain experience, make new friends and great music!

Rehearsal dates for the 26-27 academic year are as follows:

Autumn term – Project 1
Sunday 11 October 2026
Saturday 24 October
Sunday 25 October
Wednesday 28 October
Thursday 29 October
Friday 30 October
Sunday 1 November – Concert: Dewsbury Town Hall

Spring term – Project 2 
Sunday 24th January 2027
Sunday 7th February
Sunday 21st February
Sunday 7th March
Saturday 20th March
Sunday 21 March – Concert: Dewsbury Town Hall

Elevate is a free nine-month development programme for socially engaged theatre-makers and artists interested in working creatively with communities.

Designed for people with some experience of community-based creative practice, the programme brings together a cohort of ten participants for monthly workshops, practice exchanges and peer support sessions. Participants will explore participatory theatre methods, develop their own ideas, build professional networks and learn from experienced practitioners.

The programme also offers mentoring, access to creative space, social enterprise training and opportunities for future collaboration and employment.

Applications

Applicants can apply in writing, audio or video format, outlining their experience, what they hope to gain from the programme, and the communities or ideas they are interested in exploring.

Please send your application to oliver@acta-bristol.com by Monday 13th July 10am.

Please email any queries regarding the scheme or application process to oliver@acta-bristol.com

"We believe everyone deserves a seat at the theatre..."

Jamie Wilson Productions and Nederlander are proud to introdcue the Pay What You Can ticket scheme for The Devil Wears Prada The Musical, now playing at the Dominion Theatre, London.

They know theatre isn't always affordable. With their Pay What You Can scheme, you set the price, making the magic of theatre accessible to more people.

How To Apply:

1. Submit Your Request
   • Fill in the booking form (linked as the opportunity below) with your preferred performance dates, the number of tickets you need, and the price you're able to pay. Please apply at least 14 days before your chosen date.
2. Booking Confirmation
   • Their team will be in touch to confirm availability and arrange secure payment. Tickets are allocated on a first come, first served basis.
3. Enjoy the Show
   • Settle in, and let Miranda Priestly work her magic.

There are up to 10 PWYC tickets available per performance, and individuals or small groups can request tickets. If groups are looking to attend in larger numbers, they can either split across multiple dates or get in touch with Georgia at Jamie Wilson Productions first to explore options with the box office.

Hull Truck Theatre is a pioneering theatre with a bold Northern voice, known for producing and presenting inspiring, high-quality drama. From in-house productions to visiting performances, touring work and community projects, the theatre plays a vital role in Hull’s cultural life.

Based at Hull Truck Theatre, you’ll be joining a collaborative production team working closely with artists, visiting companies and creative professionals to bring live performances to life. This is a fantastic opportunity to start a career in technical theatre, gaining hands-on experience across lighting, sound, stage and production in a real working environment.

What you'll do:

• - Support the preparation and delivery of productions and events
• - Assist with setting up and taking down stage, sets and technical equipment
• - Work alongside technicians on lighting, sound and AV setup
• - Help with rigging, fit-ups, get-ins and get-outs
• - Support visiting companies and artists during performances and rehearsals
• - Assist with operating technical equipment during shows (where appropriate)
• - Help maintain and organise technical equipment, tools and workspaces
• - Support prop sourcing, set preparation and workshop activity
• - Assist with basic maintenance and servicing of equipment
• - Contribute to safe working practices, following health and safety guidelines
• - Support general production administration, including meetings and coordination

This is an 18-month apprenticeship, working up to 30 hours per week (including training time). You'll gain practical experience while working towards a recognised qualification, developing skills in areas such as:

• Technical theatre and stagecraft
• Lighting, sound and AV operations
• Event and production support
• Health and safety
• Working with artists and visiting companies

Pay Rate: Apprenticeship Minimum Wage