Royal Court Theatre
Southwark-based artists are able to apply for free use of Canada Water Theatre to support the development of creative ideas through rehearsals and closed R&Ds.
Bookable spaces for a given month are released via the form below during the first week of the previous month. The deadline to complete this form will be the 15th of each month and we will be in touch in the following week to confirm if we’re able to assign you space.
For more information and to book, click the Opportunity Info link below!
We're excited to offer 16 training opportunities and subsequent week long PAID placements to Waltham Forest residents aged 18 to 30. During this incredible opportunity, you'll learn backstage skills including:
Free training takes place in Camden People’s Theatre. If travel costs are a barrier please let us know as these can be re-imbursed for the training week. This does not apply to the paid placement week.
The placement will be arranged after interview and is paid at current London Living Wage, totalling £592 for the week.
TRAINING AND WORKPLACEMENTS:
The training is delivered across two separate weeks (Applicants are only required to attend one of these training weeks.)
Following the training, participants will undertake paid professional placements at more than 15 venues, including Soho Theatre Walthamstow, Sadler's Wells and Camden People's Theatre.
Upon completing the training, you will gain newfound confidence in handling technical equipment for theatre and music events. You will have honed essential skills, empowering you not only to enhance your own understanding, but also to effectively share your knowledge, connect meaningfully with organisations actively seeking skilled theatre technicians and open doors to exciting career opportunities. Additionally, if you wish to further advance your technical skills, the option for advanced training is available, coupled with the invaluable guidance of an industry mentor. This comprehensive approach ensures that you, post-training, experience well-rounded development in both technical expertise and professional connections.
WHO THIS IS FOR:
Future Technicians was created to address the lack of representation in the theatre industry; this is therefore a key factor when considering shortlisting.
We employ a blind application process when shortlisting applications. This means we do not see names or other info and mark purely on answers and eligibility criteria. When interviewing, we assess on 4 criterias:
We aim to provide support and opportunities for those that may otherwise find it difficult to access.
We welcome applications from underrepresented groups in the creative sector including women, non-binary and trans gender residents, those from global majority backgrounds, disabled individuals and LGBTQI+ community members.
For more information and to apply, click the opportunity info link below!
This is a brilliant entry point into a creative arts career, especially if you want to know more about the general management of a charity-run company.
The Company Intern will act as a first point of contact for Punchdrunk Enrichment visitors, suppliers and couriers; arranging company-wide meetings, events, travel, and being involved in working groups. The Intern will also be involved with HR and recruitment, data management and general management of our venue.
Supported by Creative Access, this role is open to people who are from or currently live in Brent and are from under represented groups in the arts.
What we’re looking for:
- A keen interest in the arts.
- Good written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail.
- Good level of numeracy.
- Positive, approachable, personable, can-do attitude with the ability to be flexible and adaptable.
- Manages time and workload effectively, willing to ask for help when needed.
⏳ Seven month contract, four days a week. London Living Wage.
📅 Applications close: Monday 31st August 2026 at 11:59pm
For more information and to apply, click the opportunity info link below!
Genesis Theatre Design Programme is a free training and mentoring course for Black and Global Majority applicants, who are from socially and economically challenging backgrounds, who want to pursue a career in theatre as a:
This is a free two-year part-time course which incorporates:
Each course runs for six terms of study, with a seventh term on placement. Classes are held on two or three evenings each week, with one full day every Saturday.
Weekday sessions take place mostly in our design studio and workshops at Mulberry UTC in the Heart of Bow, East London. Saturday sessions are held at the National Theatre on the Southbank.
For more information and to apply, click the opportunity info link below!
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Almeida For Free is an exciting festival for people aged 25 and under.
Running alongside their productions, the festival gives young people the chance to see the productions for free, and to also take part in workshops, panel discussions and masterclasses that cover everything from acting and writing, to theatre-making and design.
It is a celebration of young people’s creativity that takes over the whole theatre and aims to give an insight into the way shows are created at the Almeida.
Pleasance Theatre offer work experience placements throughout the year to anyone who thinks they might be interested in a career in the arts.
The placements will including shadowing their Front of House, Box Office and Technical teams, as well as working with the administration staff.
They are particularly interested in hearing from people based in Islington and from underrepresented groups.
