Theatrical Media Make-Up is an exciting career for people who are creative and have a passion for hair and beauty in the performance and media industries. It is a competitive career but with the right skills, experience and hard work you can open up a world of opportunities.
On this course you'll be introduced to the artistry of hair, make-up and special effects make-up for the stage. Working closely with our Performing Arts department and through external work experience you will develop and refine your creative skills and build your portfolio of work.
Are you a dedicated and hard-working performing arts undergraduate seeking experience at a dynamic theatre?
Westacre Theatre's unique 2026 Summer Bursary Award in the Performing Arts is now open for anyone in the UK.
Westacre Theatre is seeking applications from:
Residential and bursary funded places available - apply now!
The bursary grant is from £125 per week, with free accommodation for those who need it. You and your fellow students will be able to enjoy the ambiance of the village community and amazing scenery. Having your own transport helps in the rural setting, but it isn't compulsory. Bikes, cars and pedalos welcome!
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so they encourage early submission. They also reserve the right to close applications before the deadline of 11 April 2026, if all places are filled.
The Dukes, in collaboration with LUNG Theatre and Barnardo’s Lancashire Young Carers Service, are working to share Young Carer’s stories and highlight the challenges they may face.
This year-long project, funded by the Victoria Wood Foundation, aims to foster in-depth creative relationships and share the voices of care-experienced young people, and young carers.
It is aimed at developing creative skills and confidence of young carers from low socio-economic backgrounds, building relationships with their local theatre, and offering respite from their caring duties.
