Have you ever dreamt of producing your own intimate theatre piece, musical extravaganza, experimental film, or immersive, digital installation? This Management (Theatre & Screen) programme empowers you with the skills, experiences and contacts you need to be the driving force behind ground-breaking creative productions.
You will develop the essential transferrable management skills you need to thrive in roles across the theatre and screen industries, before you then specialise in the areas that inspire you the most. Core to this programme is the opportunity to work on practical projects and public performances. You will gain extensive experience of the production process, giving you a deep understanding of how to manage processes and people. You will graduate as an industry-ready creative manager, able to flourish in a range of roles from producers, agents and casting directors to location managers, marketers and social media managers.
Studying at LIPA gives you a unique opportunity to work with like-minded creatives and professionals. They are an institution with a global reputation as a creative powerhouse. They attract international talent to collaborate and speak to their students, with recent visitors including Sir Sam Mendes, Björn Ulvaeus and Elvis Costello, Culture Liverpool, Rowan Atkinson. They are home to 30 rehearsal rooms, a 360-seat proscenium arch theatre, state-of-the-art film and TV studios, and six recording studios including their flagship George Martin Studio. They provide everything for the next generation of performers and their managers to thrive.
Fuse Box is a six-week programme of in-person professional development workshops for actors, theatre-makers and performance creatives delivered in London by Blown Fuse in partnership with guest artists including Playfight Theatre Company, playwright Kate Austen and director Jamie Wheeler.
The series supports early- and mid-career artists in developing practical performance, devising, writing and collaboration skills essential for sustainable careers in the contemporary theatre sector.
Workshops take place at Theatre Deli, Leadenhall (London) from 30 January - 6 March 2026, 7-9pm.
Participants may book individual sessions at £35 or a full programme ticket for £175 (equivalent to one workshop free). Capacity is limited to 12 artists per workshop to ensure high-quality, practice-led learning.
Fuse Box aims to ignite creativity, build confidence, and create space for meaningful artistic connection in the region.
The Programme:
Fri 30 Jan, 7-9pm: Devising Theatre
Mon 2 Feb, 7-9pm: Beyond Naturalism with Jamie Wheeler
Fri 13 Feb, 7-9pm: Making Theatre with Communities
Fri 20 Feb, 7-9pm: Introduction to Unarmed Stage Combat with Playfight Theatre Co
Fri 28 Feb, 7-9pm: Collaborating with a Writer
Fri 6 March, 7-9pm: Testimonial Playwriting with Kate Austen
Who is it for?
Fuse Box is designed for both emerging and established theatre-makers, including:
If you're looking to learn something new, develop your practice, or expand your professional network, each workshop will provide opportunities to:
These workshops are designed for artists seeking to sharpen their craft, expand their creative toolkit and build meaningful industry connections. Whether you are an early-career theatre-maker or a more experienced artist refreshing your skills, Fuse Box offers a space to experiment, to collaborate, and to ignite new ideas.
Participants may attend the full programme or select individual workshops that best support their needs.
TheatreCraft Online will take place on Tuesday 10 February 2026.
TheatreCraft Online is the ultimate resource for anyone aged 16+ who’s curious about off-stage theatre careers. Whether you’re just starting to explore your options, in training, or already established in your career, the sessions are designed to inspire, inform and connect you with opportunities in the theatre industry – all from the comfort of your home.
No matter where you are in your journey, TheatreCraft Online offers a chance to dive beyond the curtain and find your perfect fit in off-stage theatre.
Sign up to the TheatreCraft newsletter by clicking the link below for updates and how to register.
Calling all South West-based early-career or aspiring freelance theatre makers!
Wondering how and when you pay your tax, or how to claim back expenses? If you are a freelancer based in South Gloucestershire, Bath or North & East Somerset, check out this free course on how to navigate this essential part of being self-employed.
Overview:
A practical guide for self employed people who need to do a tax return.
This event is only available and is free for small businesses, sole traders and residents based in South Gloucestershire and Bath & North East Somerset.
This workshop aims to help you feel more confident about how to declare your business earnings on a tax return.
What will I learn?
Please note: this is a group business education class about how to manage your business reporting for tax purposes, to either assist you to be able to do your own tax return or else help you get your business figures ready to give to a third party / accountant so that they can do it for you. You will not receive individual accountancy advice; this is also not a tax return completion service. Whilst we will do our best to help you in the time available, after the course, you will remain responsible for completing your own tax return by the deadline and for the accuracy of your own figures submitted to HMRC.
Who should attend:
This course is primarily aimed at those currently registered as self employed with HMRC, and who need to complete their 24-25 tax return. The very newly self employed who will be due to complete their 25-26 tax return from April 2026 onwards would also benefit.
The workshop will be particularly suitable for people on lower incomes who may be unable to afford to hire an accountant and so need to manage their own tax reporting. Even if you believe no income tax will be due as you are on a very low income, for people on means tested benefits, the level of profit declared can affect the amount of benefits you receive, so it is still important to know how to work out your figures accurately.
Are you aged 16-30 and interested in an exciting volunteer position at a leading theatre, where you can meet new people and gain new skills?
CFT are committed to offering affordable tickets to world-class theatre and to reaching and growing younger audiences. As a Prologue Ambassador, you’ll help spread the word about their free Prologue scheme that gives 16-30s access to affordable tickets for shows at CFT.
If you are interested in developing your skills and understanding of marketing and watching more theatre in 2026, this is the perfect opportunity for you!
Start date: February 2026
Interview dates: Group interview on Tuesday 20 Jan 2026
Learn to create Hair, Wigs, Makeup & Prosthetics for Film and TV.
What you'll do on the course:
Course details:
This course is based in London but open to people across the UK.
Future Leaders leadership booster for 19-26 year olds interested in off-stage and management roles.
Connect with UK theatre and dance leaders to explore your next step in theatre management, festivals, events producing and administration.
Running in February to June 2026, Future Leaders features Insight Visits to 3 regional theatres plus bite-sized online skills workshops, mentoring and meetings with industry experts.
Open to anyone aged 19-26, Future Leaders is free, flexible and designed to fit around work or study commitments. Travel bursaries and access costs available. Half of the places will be offered to people from underrepresented backgrounds who may experience barriers becoming part of the UK’s theatre workforce.
Apply by Sunday 11 January 2026.
FUSE International is a festival that offers an eclectic programme of music, theatre, dance, comedy, visual arts, spoken word, circus and more...
The next FUSE International will take place from 26 June – 5 July 2026. FUSE International is a platform for artists aged 5 – 30, and things are only becoming more ambitious every year. Applications are open from 19 November – 11 January 2026.
FUSE International is an international celebration of live performance and creativity. Their programme is packed with inspiring, funny and thought-provoking shows that bring us together through live performance. With theatre, dance, comedy, cabaret, visual arts and more – there is something for everyone, and it’s all created by young and emerging artists from around the world.
The festival replaces the International Youth Arts Festival (IYAF) which has taken place each summer since 2009. Over 80 events across film, music, theatre, visual arts and more take place over the ten days of the festival which is curated and presented by charity Creative Youth.
The brand-new series of In Dialogue - the podcast for emerging artists, is now here. Whether you’re an aspiring theatre-maker, performer, writer, director or producer, then this one’s for you.
Across four episodes, these five artists dive into topics like nailing your audition, building creative partnerships, touring as a performer and producing autobiographical work.
If you're looking to elevate your creativity and your career, make sure to tune in – this is one series you won’t want to miss!
First episode is now available to stream, search Scottish Youth Theatre wherever you get your podcasts or use the link in the bio to listen now.
Collective Acting Studio's BA Acting degree course offers full-time industry-focused actor-training.
This course places a strong emphasis on screen acting – with 50% of the curriculum devoted to this area of the industry – alongside a rigorous training for the stage.
During our BA Acting you will:
There will also be an emphasis on fostering the skills needed to create your own work – such as screenwriting and producing.
Study in state-of-the-art theatre and studio spaces situated in our beautiful Grade 2-listed building – just 10 minutes from London’s West End.
At Collective we champion groups who have traditionally been underrepresented within the Performing Arts – specifically in terms of ethnicity, disability and class.
Belong to a diverse and inclusive community where everyone is welcome!
Being in a Collective class, is like entering a room full of energy. Where actors will constantly be pushing forward their work as actors – and more importantly as creatives. Everyone is offered a chance for their input on the work, and the teachers set a culture of holding ourselves as a creative to a high standard.
BONY FONSECA, BBC’S EASTENDERS
The Curriculum:
YEAR 1
YEAR 2
During the second year you will undertake more stylised and genre-based forms of acting.
Projects include:
YEAR 3
The final year will focus on public performance and preparation for the industry.
Projects include:
Entrance to the course is via audition.
