Led by a Theatre professional and supported by Lyceum staff, this course is for anyone who is interested in working behind the scenes, making it all happen.
The first week will feature practical workshops and activities based on Theatre Production areas to get you learning and making friends. Exact workshops vary each year, but to give you an idea, you might be:
In the second week, participants will be allocated a role (usually lighting, sound or stage management) on either the Junior or Senior production. You'll then join rehearsals and take a practical backstage role during the performances.
All workshops and roles are fully supported by Theatre professionals and Lyceum staff; all you need to bring is commitment, creativity and bags of enthusiasm!
Dates: Monday 7 July - Saturday 19 July
Delve into the colourful past, and hear about the dazzling present and exciting future of Northern Ireland's oldest Theatre
Led by one of our knowledgeable Customer Experience Assistants, a Theatre tour gives you the chance to see the incredible results of the restoration of this iconic building, and explore the fascinating story of the Grand Opera House’s rich and colourful history.
Follow in the footsteps of Charlie Chaplin, Luciano Pavarotti and Darcey Bussell by walking out onto the iconic stage; see what happens behind the scenes during a show, and explore the symbolism and meaning of the gods, elephants, stars and other stunning architectural features inside Frank Matcham's auditorium.
Theatre Tours last between 45 minutes and an hour, and tour participants also have exclusive access to the Heritage Exhibition for 30 minutes before their tour start time.
Next available date: 28 June 2025
Applications are open for the DanceEast Centre for Advanced Training, known as the CAT for short.
We provide high-quality dance training for young people aged 10-18 years. Based at the Jerwood DanceHouse on Ipswich’s Waterfront, our young dancers come from across the East of England, attending classes in Ipswich, Norwich, and Cambridge. During their weekly training, CAT students will have classes in contemporary, ballet, hip hop, creative, and health. Based at the Jerwood DanceHouse, the DanceEast CAT provides high-quality dance training to young people aged 10 – 18 years who have exceptional potential and talent.
The DanceEast CAT is part of a national network supported by the Department for Education’s Music and Dance scheme.
The fee per student for academic year 2024/25 is £4,193. It is important that financial barriers don’t stand in the way of young people joining the CAT. Therefore, students can apply for means-tested grants from the Department for Education’s Music and Dance grant scheme to support the costs of the programme.
Do you know someone in your school or community group who would like to perform at the Fringe? Do you have a piece of theatre, poetry, circus, comedy, dance or small acoustic music acts you could perform? Or something else entirely?
Join us for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to get on stage on the bustling High Street at the heart of the festival, amid street performers, human statues and the Fringe-going crowd. Our Community Stage is located by the Mercat Cross on the High Street, near St Giles Cathedral.
Each slot on the stage is 30 minutes and must include all your set-up, performance and take down. Let us know if you’d like longer, and we will see what we can do. Please note that we have restrictions on loud instruments such as most drums and percussion instruments on the stage, and we can supply more information on this when you register your interest and tell us about your proposed act.
Study Production Arts (Design Realisation For Events, Stage and Screen) at University Centre Leeds
Launch your backstage career with our Production Arts Foundation Degree specialising in Design Realisation for Events, Stage & Screen. This course will train you in all aspects of prop making, scenic construction, painting and costume.
Our amazing facilities are sponsored by EPH Creative ensuring you will have access to great tools and industry expertise. Work placements and access to their stock for productions are often available.
An exciting partnership with Leeds Heritage Theatres means you will have lessons in venues such as City Varieties Music Hall and Leeds Grand Theatre getting hands on with staging and flying systems.
You will work alongside professionals and other students from The School of Creative Arts and Leeds Conservatoire collaborating on a variety of events and productions.
Study Production Arts (Technical Theatre & Stage Management) at University Centre Leeds
Launch your backstage career with our Production Arts Foundation Degree specialising in Technical Theatre and Stage Management. This course will train you in all aspects of lighting, sound, video, and stage management.
Our amazing facilities are sponsored by AC Entertainment Technologies ensuring you will be trained on the latest equipment with brands such as ETC, Allen & Heath, Chroma-Q, and Martin Audio installed in our 200 capacity venue.
An exciting partnership with Leeds Heritage Theatres means you will be trained by industry professionals during lessons in venues such as City Varieties Music Hall and Leeds Grand Theatre getting hands on with lighting, sound and flying systems.
Ignite your creativity with Ideas Lab, a vibrant space for early-career artists and musicians to connect, skill-share, collaborate, and create
Ideas Lab invites you to share your creative ideas and exchange your creative skills in a supportive environment. Whether you're looking to refine your craft, dream up your next big project, or find fresh inspiration, Ideas Lab is the place to make it happen. Come as you are, bring your ideas, and leave with new skills, resources, and connections to fuel your artistic journey.
Facilitated by Creative Futures producer and performance artist, Eli Lewis.
Tuesday 27 May, 6pm - 8pm
The Courts, Bridewell St, Bristol BS1 2QD
Ticket: FREE!
Join live artist and producer Kit Hall for this free workshop exploring how rest, care and community can support you when times get tough as a creative freelancer
This workshop invites you to think about what you need as an artist to do your best work, and shares how you can reshape your communication, collaboration and work so you can hold yourself and others with more care within your practice.
Soft Slow Power will explore:
Tuesday 20 May, 6pm - 7:30pm
The Courts, Bridewell St, Bristol BS1 2QD
Ticket: FREE!
Find networking a bit fake and awkward? Want to connect with arts organisations, but not sure how? Join award-winning performance artist and producer Eli Lewis for Making Connections.
This workshop offers early-career artists and musicians new ways of connecting with arts organisations that feel less forced and more human. Making Connections offers a guide to developing your own way to confidently rep yourself and your work, as well as tips on how to grow partnerships with arts organisations and collaborators.
Plus, it’s all in a relaxed, supportive environment where you can come together with other artists to share ideas.
Tuesday 13 May, 6pm - 8pm
The Courts, Bridewell St, Bristol BS1 2QD
Ticket: FREE!
We hope the Studio will be a home for playwrights of all levels of experience, helping us to connect and making a range of opportunities accessible in a joined-up, sustained writing package.
If you become a member of the Studio (it’s completely free!) you can access:
