Our 9-Week Saturday Youth Theatre Programme uses acting and drama activities to help young people become more confident communicators, creative thinkers and supportive team players. Whether your child loves performing or simply wants to build confidence and make new friends, they’ll gain skills that benefit them both on and off the stage.
AGES 6-11
Build Confidence, Communication & Creativity
Perfect for children who love performing, enjoy imaginative play, or would benefit from a supportive environment where they can grow in confidence.
Through drama games, acting activities and performance exercises, students develop:
Autumn term: Saturday 03 October - Saturday 05 December (9 weeks, no class on 24 October) at 10am - 12pm
Course fees: £250
AGES 11-17
Acting Skills That Support Their Future
For older students looking to strengthen their acting ability while developing transferable skills that can support future studies and careers.
Students explore:
Alongside acting training, students build transferable life skills including communication, leadership, teamwork, presentation skills and self-confidence. Whether they’re considering drama school or another career path, these are skills that will benefit them for years to come.
Autumn term: Saturday 03 October - Saturday 05 December (9 weeks, no class on 24 October) at 1pm - 3:30pm
Course fees: £275
For more information, including bursary places, and to sign up, please click the Opportunity Info link below!
Good Chance and Sheffield Theatres are partnering to offer a practical Production Management traineeship for someone from a refugee or asylum-seeking background with experience of forced displacement, to join our team for 2 to 5 days a week over two months.
The successful candidate will support the planning and delivery of productions and events within a busy producing theatre. Working closely with the Production Manager and wider Production and Technical teams, the Trainee will gain practical experience of professional theatre production from planning and rehearsal through to technical rehearsal and performance.
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY:
The trainee will join Sheffield Theatres during the final stages of production for Twelfth Night, gaining first-hand experience of the technical rehearsal process and opening in the Crucible Theatre. The Open Works Festival will also take place during the early part of the traineeship, offering opportunities to experience work across the Montgomery and Playhouse venues.
Preparation and rehearsals for Singin' in the Rain will be in full swing throughout the placement, giving the trainee the chance to follow the production's journey from the rehearsal room to opening night on the Crucible stage.
Alongside these productions, there will be opportunities to observe the early stages of other shows' development and design processes, providing insight into the planning, collaboration and creative decision-making involved in bringing a production from initial concept to final realisation.
A strong understanding of all production disciplines is fundamental to effective Production Management. The Trainee will therefore work alongside colleagues across Production and Technical teams to develop knowledge of the processes, people and skills involved in creating and delivering theatre.
THE TRAINEESHIP OFFERS:
Application Deadline: Sunday 6 September at 6pm
Interviews: Week of 14 September
For more information and to apply, click the Opportunity Info link below!
Are you passionate about Theatre, Chicken shops & the impact of gentrification? Want to work on a new pay, whilst learning from an award winning team? Then we want to hear from you!
LOWD productions supported by Arts Council England are conducting R&D (research and development) for Amin Ali's debut play Chicken Cottage. Directed by Adam Karim & Produced by Saher Shah.
This opportunity also includes a structured debrief & a career mentoring session with Director Adam Karim to be organised after the R&D at a mutually convenient time.
RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ROLE:
This is not an exhaustive list, further details will be discussed at interview including any areas candidates are particularly interested in learning about that can be feasibly accommodated.
APPLICANT SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS:
KEY INFORMATION:
HOW TO APPLY:
Applicants must be 18yr+ and London based.
Due to the themes & characters explored in this play, we are particularly interested in hearing from those who are Black, Muslim, female or non-binary & have lived experience of gentrification.
For more information, please click the Opportunity Info link below!
Are you a writer that is not currently represented by an agent, based in the UK or Ireland and writes for the stage? Then we want to read your work!
Formerly titled Open Submissions, our open call window to submit your work this year is 12noon Wednesday 12 August 2026 until 12noon Wednesday 26 August 2026.
We are keen to discover and build relationships with writers across the UK and Ireland unknown to us at the moment. This submission process is an opportunity for us to find exciting new voices, learn more about who’s making work today and begin conversations and invest in the development of writers whose interests and ambitions feel aligned with our own.
We’re looking for original voices and ideas – writers asking the big questions of today inventively, urgently and theatrically. We want to read your work for future development and collaboration: at least one writer identified through this open call will be offered a place on our Bush Writers' Group 2026-27.
For more information and to submit, click the opportunity info link below!
HOME Young Company is a year-long theatre programme for young people aged 14 –18 who are interested in co-creating youth-led theatre. With opportunities to see theatre, learn skills and work with industry professionals. Young Company meet at HOME on Tuesday 6pm to 8pm.
Applications close on 4th September 2026 to join the new season (September 2026 - August 2027).
Applicants will be invited to a taster workshop during the week of 7th September; attendance does not guarantee a place on the programme.
REWRITES is a partnership programme led by Lowry, Birmingham Hippodrome, Mayflower Southampton, Norwich Theatre and Capital Theatres Edinburgh.
REWRITES champions bold new musicals that are ready to connect with audiences across the country, recognising touring as a crucial stage in a show's development. By enabling productions to test, refine and strengthen their work in front of diverse audiences nationwide, REWRITES creates a clear pathway for ambitious new musicals, combining direct financial support with in-kind expertise from some of the UK's leading theatre organisations.
Initiated by Lowry in 2017, musicals featured in REWRITES include: Jeezus! By Sergio Antonio Maggiolo, Ballad Lines by Finn Anderson and Tania Azevedo, Half Man Half Bull by Wright & Grainger, Chosen by Taiya Yoshida & Dominic Varney, Nel’s Place by Sheep Soup, No Miracles Here by The Letter Room, A Super Happy Story (About Feeling Sad) by Jon Brittain and Matthew Floyd Jones (Kathy & Stella) and Snowflake by Lewis Cornay. The award-winning West End and Broadway musical Operation Mincemeat started out at a scratch event as part of REWRITES.
REWRITES platforms normally take place twice a year in Spring and Autumn. Our next opportunity is Autumn 2027. Dates TBC.
Submissions open on 20th July and closes on 18th December. Applicants will hear by the end of January.
For more information and to apply click the opportunity link below!
Are you passionate about creative writing, history, and the arts? This exciting and unique course offers the opportunity to explore all three in an inspiring and creative environment.
Led by a professional theatre-maker and writer, alongside a range of specialist guests, participants will take part in dynamic workshops that bring stories, history, and creativity to life. The 10-week course includes exclusive curatorial access to the American Museum & Gardens, providing a rare opportunity to engage directly with fascinating collections and uncover the stories behind them.
Throughout the term, you will create original written and performance work inspired by the museum and its exhibits. The course culminates in an end of term celebratory sharing of the work developed during the programme. There will also be a special performance of selected pieces that will go on to be showcased within the museum itself!
Sessions take place in the beautiful Coach House and Stables at the American Museum & Gardens, offering a unique and inspiring setting for creativity, collaboration, and discovery.
Theatre Royal Bath Theatre School in partnership with the American Museum & Gardens.
Wonderfund Bursaries
We believe every young person should be able to take part.
Thanks to the Wonderfund, bursary places are available for all our Theatre School workshops — giving young people the chance to get creative, build confidence, and be part of something special. Apply through the link below.
Dates:
Time: 6.45pm - 8.15pm
WHO? Young people aged 11 – 14 years old living in Newham
WHAT? Our Youth Theatre sessions are led by a professional director. You can expect to engage in activities and theatre games that you enjoy with your peers, in an inclusive environment. The sessions are fun, playful and open to everyone.
WHEN? Tuesdays 5:15pm – 6:45pm, term dates below
Tue 22 Sep - Tue 08 Dec
Tue 12 Jan - Tue 23 Mar
Tue 13 Apr - Tue 29 Jun
To apply, please fill in an application form linked below. Youth Theatre applications will close 9am, Thursday 20 August.
Please be aware that our Youth Theatre is very oversubscribed.
We can only accept applications from young people living in Newham.
Masterclass is offering two paid, three-month internships for aspiring Theatre Technicians: one at the Adelphi Theatre and one at the Theatre Royal Haymarket. These are hands-on opportunities for those interested in electrics and/or carpentry to gain backstage experience in a professional theatre.
You’ll work full-time alongside experienced in-house electrical and carpentry teams, supported by Masterclass. During this placement, you’ll develop essential skills in lighting, rigging and carpentry, with the flexibility to focus on your interests.
Not sure what job this internship could lead to? Check out a full list of backstage careers here.
Key Information:
📅 Theatre Royal Haymarket Internship: 12 October 2026 – 10 January 2027
📅 Adelphi Internship: 14 October 2026 – 9 January 2027
🚀 Apply by: 9am, Tuesday 1 September
🎤 Interviews: Mid-September
💰 Salary: At least National Minimum Wage
📍Location: Based at the Adelphi Theatre, WC2R or Theatre Royal Haymarket, SW1Y
✍️ Contract Type: Fixed Term
Who can apply?
This internship is for those at the start of their career or looking for a first step into theatre. Prior theatre experience is not required, but candidates must have basic skills in carpentry or electrics, and a strong interest in theatre and live events.
Ideal candidates will:
Eligibility:
We particularly encourage applications from underrepresented groups, including those from the global majority, working-class backgrounds, or those facing barriers to progression in the theatre industry, though we regret that neither theatre has step-free access to the backstage area. Due to funding, preference will be given to candidates under 25 and residing in the following London boroughs: Barnet, Brent, Camden, City of London, Ealing, Hammersmith & Fulham, Harrow, Kensington & Chelsea and Westminster. We will, however, consider all candidates.
To check your borough, click here.
With thanks to LW Theatres and Theatre Royal Haymarket for making this opportunity possible. If you have any questions, please contact the Masterclass office by email: info@masterclass.org.uk.
Are you passionate about creative writing, history, and the arts? This exciting and unique course offers the opportunity to explore all three in an inspiring and creative environment.
Led by a professional theatre-maker and writer, alongside a range of specialist guests, participants will take part in dynamic workshops that bring stories, history, and creativity to life. The 10-week course includes exclusive curatorial access to the American Museum & Gardens, providing a rare opportunity to engage directly with fascinating collections and uncover the stories behind them.
Throughout the term, you will create original written and performance work inspired by the museum and its exhibits. The course culminates in an end of term celebratory sharing of the work developed during the programme. There will also be a special performance of selected pieces that will go on to be showcased within the museum itself!
Sessions take place in the beautiful Coach House and Stables at the American Museum & Gardens, offering a unique and inspiring setting for creativity, collaboration, and discovery.
Theatre Royal Bath Theatre School in partnership with the American Museum & Gardens.
Wonderfund Bursaries
We believe every young person should be able to take part.
Thanks to the Wonderfund, bursary places are available for all our Theatre School workshops — giving young people the chance to get creative, build confidence, and be part of something special. Apply through the link below.
Dates:
Time: 5pm - 6.30pm
