Join a backstage tour of the iconic Lyceum Theatre, home to Disney’s The Lion King. See where the costumes are maintained, where the masks and puppets are created, and explore what it takes to bring this award-winning musical to life on stage.
This session will be hosted by Nancy Shakerley, Education & Audience Engagement Manager at the Lyceum Theatre.
Key Information:
How to Book:
Bookings open at 12pm on Monday 19 October.
To find out how to book, sign up to the TheatreCraft 2026 mailing list using the ‘Stay up to date’ pop-up in the bottom-left corner of this page.
Subscribers will receive booking information and instructions on Friday 16 October, followed by the link to book when bookings open at 12pm on Monday 19 October.
Already signed up? You don’t need to do anything – we’ll email you everything you need to know.
In-Person Waiting List:
If you aren’t able to book a place in advance, you can join the ‘on the day’ waiting list at the workshop venue. This is for any places that become available due to last-minute cancellations or no-shows.
Simply come to the specified venue and a volunteer will direct you to the waiting list queue. Places will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis, and joining the waiting list does not guarantee entry.
For more information and to sign up to book, click the Opportunity Info link below!
Get hands-on with the costume department!
Learn how our many costume teams work together to provide costumes for two world-class companies, bringing new productions to life and reviving classic operas and ballets from the repertory. Learn how a full costume gets from a design to reality from the making workshops, Dye Shop, Hats & Jewellery, Wigs, Hair & Make-up. Learn the different skills the performance teams need to work with the artists, costuming rehearsals and performances with tight turnarounds in a packed schedule. Try your hand at logistics as all our costumes have to go to storage, documented and ready to be revived in a future season.
This session is hosted by the wardrobe team at the Royal Ballet & Opera.
Key Information:
How to Book:
Bookings open at 12pm on Monday 19 October.
To find out how to book, sign up to the TheatreCraft 2026 mailing list using the ‘Stay up to date’ pop-up in the bottom-left corner of this page.
Subscribers will receive booking information and instructions on Friday 16 October, followed by the link to book when bookings open at 12pm on Monday 19 October.
Already signed up? You don’t need to do anything – we’ll email you everything you need to know.
In-Person Waiting List:
If you aren’t able to book a place in advance, you can join the ‘on the day’ waiting list at the workshop venue. This is for any places that become available due to last-minute cancellations or no-shows.
Simply come to the specified venue and a volunteer will direct you to the waiting list queue. Places will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis, and joining the waiting list does not guarantee entry.
For more information and to sign up to book, click the Opportunity Info link below!
Meet the stage management course team from Royal Birmingham Conservatoire, as they talk you through the routes to “Getting Started in Stage Management”. A walk-through of all roles in stage management and training routes, followed by a Q&A session.
This session will be hosted by Louise Turner, Senior Lecturer BA (Hons) Stage Management at Royal Birmingham Conservatoire.
Key Information:
How to Book:
Bookings open at 12pm on Monday 19 October.
To find out how to book, sign up to the TheatreCraft 2026 mailing list using the ‘Stay up to date’ pop-up in the bottom-left corner of this page.
Subscribers will receive booking information and instructions on Friday 16 October, followed by the link to book when bookings open at 12pm on Monday 19 October.
Already signed up? You don’t need to do anything – we’ll email you everything you need to know.
In-Person Waiting List:
If you aren’t able to book a place in advance, you can join the ‘on the day’ waiting list at the workshop venue. This is for any places that become available due to last-minute cancellations or no-shows.
Simply come to the specified venue and a volunteer will direct you to the waiting list queue. Places will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis, and joining the waiting list does not guarantee entry.
For more information and to sign up to book, click the Opportunity Info link below!
Ever wondered what really goes on behind the curtain at one of the world’s most iconic theatres? Join Shakespeare’s Globe for an inspiring and revealing session about life at the heart of a world-class arts organisation.
In this workshop, Angie and Tamsin will share: What a General Manager actually does; what it means to be a Producer; their own career journeys — and how you can get started; the different types of General Management across the industry; how GMs and Producers collaborate with each other and wider teams; what it’s really like to be a GM or Senior Producer at Shakespeare’s Globe. You’ll leave with practical insights, insider tips and a clearer picture of the paths into these fascinating roles. They’ll finish with an open Q&A, so you can put your own questions to Angie and Tamsin!
This session will be hosted by Angie Fullman (General Manager, Shakespeare’s Globe) and Tamsin Mehta (Senior Producer, Shakespeare’s Globe).
Key Information:
How to Book:
Bookings open at 12pm on Monday 19 October.
To find out how to book, sign up to the TheatreCraft 2026 mailing list using the ‘Stay up to date’ pop-up in the bottom-left corner of this page.
Subscribers will receive booking information and instructions on Friday 16 October, followed by the link to book when bookings open at 12pm on Monday 19 October.
Already signed up? You don’t need to do anything – we’ll email you everything you need to know.
In-Person Waiting List:
If you aren’t able to book a place in advance, you can join the ‘on the day’ waiting list at the workshop venue. This is for any places that become available due to last-minute cancellations or no-shows.
Simply come to the specified venue and a volunteer will direct you to the waiting list queue. Places will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis, and joining the waiting list does not guarantee entry.
For more information and to sign up to book, click the Opportunity Info link below!
Learn about the different roles in Stage Management on a production, from props to calling, with an insight into what happens backstage on the hit musicals, ‘Hamilton‘ and ‘Les Misérables‘!
This session will be hosted by the Stage Management Team at Cameron Mackintosh Limited.
Key Information:
How to Book:
Bookings open at 12pm on Monday 19 October.
To find out how to book, sign up to the TheatreCraft 2026 mailing list using the ‘Stay up to date’ pop-up in the bottom-left corner of this page.
Subscribers will receive booking information and instructions on Friday 16 October, followed by the link to book when bookings open at 12pm on Monday 19 October.
Already signed up? You don’t need to do anything – we’ll email you everything you need to know.
In-Person Waiting List:
If you aren’t able to book a place in advance, you can join the ‘on the day’ waiting list at the workshop venue. This is for any places that become available due to last-minute cancellations or no-shows.
Simply come to the specified venue and a volunteer will direct you to the waiting list queue. Places will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis, and joining the waiting list does not guarantee entry.
For more information and to sign up to book, click the Opportunity Info link below!
SPRINGBOARD is the Lyric's year-long, free, part-time actor training programme for performers who are ready to take their next steps into the theatre industry. We are now looking for our next cohort of 10 talented and ambitious performers aged 18 to 25 who live in *West London, have little to no formal drama training, and are currently underrepresented in theatre.
Our 2027 cohort will train with us from January to November 2027. Trainees will be enrolled, receiving a bursary of £200 per month during term time that will support them while they take part in a wide range of development initiatives, which include:
Auditions will take place:
We’re looking for people who:
Deadline to apply: Monday 30 November 2026, midday
For more information and to apply, click the Opportunity Info link below!
This four-year course is our very popular BA (Hons) Performance in Musical Theatre course, with an additional integrated foundation year. It’s the perfect route to help you develop the skills and self-confidence needed before you embark on Year 1 of your degree course. The foundation year, designed over 3 terms, enables students to achieve their potential as an actor at the start of their journey.
Summary:
BA (Hons) Performance in Musical Theatre With Foundation Year is validated by De Montfort University.
You MUST apply for this course through both our Audition System and also through UCAS.
For more information, click the Opportunity Info link below!
This is our four year BA (Hons) Acting for Stage and Screen course, with an additional integrated foundation year. It’s the perfect route to help you develop the skills and self-confidence needed before you embark on Year 1 of your degree course. The foundation year, designed over 3 terms, enables students to achieve their potential as an actor at the start of their journey.
Summary:
BA (Hons) Acting For Stage And Screen With Foundation Year is validated by De Montfort University.
You MUST apply for this course through both our Audition System and also through UCAS.
For more information, click the Opportunity Info link below!
On our BA (Hons) Singing and Acting course you will train as a confident, versatile singing actor through practical, industry-focused training in singing, acting, voice, and movement. You’ll develop your individual performance style while refining the technical, creative, and professional skills needed for a career on stage and beyond. Through collaborative projects and public performances, you’ll gain the experience and confidence to make the transition from training to the industry.
Summary:
BA (Hons) Singing and Acting is validated by De Montfort University.
You MUST apply for this course through both our Audition System and also through UCAS.
For more information, click the Opportunity Info link below!
Train as a versatile actor for stage and screen through practical, industry-focused learning on our BA (Hons) Acting for Stage and Screen course. You’ll develop your acting, voice, movement, and performance skills while exploring a range of techniques, collaborating on productions, and working with experienced industry professionals. Alongside public performances and screen projects, you’ll build your confidence, creativity, and the professional skills needed for your career as an Actor.
Summary:
BA (Hons) Acting for Stage and Screen is validated by De Montfort University.
You MUST apply for this course through both our Audition System and also through UCAS.
For more information, click the Opportunity Info link below!
