Not sure of your next steps? Front line gives 16-30-year-olds the opportunity to discover more about careers in theatre and develop key transferable skills through paid placements with our Front Of House team.

Participants will watch one of our productions, shadow various members of staff and take on important roles welcoming visitors to our theatre. The project culminates with a CV and interview skills workshop to help you take the next steps in your career.

ABOUT THE PROGRAMME:

Front Line is a paid work experience opportunity for people who are keen to explore jobs in hospitality and customer service. By taking part in Front Line, you will gain up to 26 hours of paid on-the-job experience in the following areas:

• Join our friendly team of ushers, welcoming customers to the theatre
• Learn from our team of baristas in our cafe, serving up drinks and snacks
• Find out how customers book their tickets to shows in our Box Office team
• Partner with a Stage Door Manager, immersing yourself in the theatre’s busy back of house
• Connect with the Education & Community team, supporting one of their events.

All sessions are paid at London Living Wage (£14.80 per hour).

WHO IS THIS PROGRAMME?

Front Line is designed to support people who have little to no work experience take their first steps into the world of work in a supported and inclusive environment. No prior experience is necessary in order to take part, but we are looking for participants who are passionate about customer service and working with people.

You must:

• Be aged 16–30
• Not be in Education, Employment or Training (NEET)
• Have little to no work experience and would benefit from support in applying for work
• Be based in London or within the surrounding areas (shifts will involve evening work)
• Have the right to work in the UK.

We are committed to identifying and resolving barriers which may ordinarily exclude people from accessing theatre and will prioritise people who have had limited or no access to arts opportunities in the past. This includes people from the global majority, care-experienced people, carers, disabled people, neurodivergent people, people from working-class backgrounds and people from the LGBTQIA+ community.

HOW TO APPLY:

Front Line cohorts will run from Nov–Dec 2026 and Jan–Feb 2027. Applications are now open and will close on Tue 15 Sep at 5pm. Head to our website to apply. 

We will be holding an online information session on Mon 07 Sep at 2.30–3.30pm to talk more about the programme and answer any questions.

For more information and to apply, click the Opportunity Info link below!