We believe extraordinary moments connect and uplift us all. Our mission is to create opportunities for everyone through the performing arts
We have created a new role in our team for a Trainee Producer in Dorset to grow our community engagement and deliver (with support) our CREATE! 2026 training course for early career creatives in Dorset.
If you are as passionate about performance as we are, and you have always wanted an opportunity to help make things happen, then this could be the role for you.
We particularly welcome applications from people who have experienced barriers or prejudice relating to their age, gender identity, ethnicity and/or having a disability or long-term health condition, their sexuality, or being from a working class/low-income background.
You will receive:
Take Art is offering a unique and rewarding career development opportunity for an emerging creative professional with a passion for working with very young children
You'll be part of the inspiring Little People Big Ideas project - a national programme championing the creativity of 2-4-year-olds. Based in person across West Dorset and South/West Somerset, this role involves travel to rural settings and includes shadowing, mentoring, and hands-on training with experienced early years creative practitioners.
You'll gain practical skills in planning and delivering creative sessions, build confidence in working with both children and adults, and deepen your understanding of child-centred practice and early years education working alongside two experienced Take Art early years creative practitioners. This opportunity is ideal for someone looking to expand their existing early years or creative practice, or for anyone curious about a new career pathway in the arts or education sectors. You'll also have free access to relevant Take Art CPD sessions throughout the contract. If you're motivated, curious, and eager to learn in a supportive, creative environment-this could be the perfect next step for you.
We are excited to announce that we'll be running 5 nationwide design drop-in sessions throughout May to kick off the 2025 Linbury Prize programme.
The sessions are free the attend and open to anyone interested in a career in stage design. They are an opportunity to discuss the process of applying to the Linbury Prize, compiling a portfolio, and more general design career advice.
The Acting Summer Foundation Course at Bristol Old Vic Theatre School (BOVTS) is a ten-week intensive experience of life at a leading conservatoire drama school. On this full-time course, you will be immersed in a programme which mirrors the curriculum of current BA and MFA students and will have the opportunity to work with BOVTS staff members alongside practitioners who are active within the theatre, film and TV industry.
You will be taught through a mixture of practical performance projects and masterclasses. You will have a range of classes in acting, movement, voice, dialect, singing, improvisation, stage combat and scene study techniques. Whether you are looking to pursue acting work professionally, hone your skills for your own personal development, or explore whether degree-level training could be for you, the course offers you the opportunity to learn your craft at a renowned drama school. BOVTS offers a fun and nurturing environment in which to pursue your creative ambitions, based in one of the UK’s most exciting student cities.
The Acting Summer Foundation Course runs from Monday 14 July to Friday 19 September 2025. There will be classes scheduled on Monday – Friday throughout the duration of the course, typically running between 09:00—17:00. The exception to this is Monday 25 August; the School will be closed due to the summer bank holiday.
To give you an idea of the structure of the course, an overview of the timetable is available to download (PDF, 33 Kb). Please note that this year’s timetable may differ as our courses regularly undergo review, but you can see how different skills are typically taught throughout the course’s duration.
“What an extraordinary, life-changing experience it was! Studying at BOVTS is like being embraced into a family of caring, talented teachers and actors who are passionate about the craft and working together. The culture at BOVTS is encouraging, respectful, welcoming and empowering; the environment and buildings are beautiful and I found Bristol to be one of the most wonderful cities in which to spend the summer!” Lindy, former participant.
“My time at BOVTS was eye-opening. I found the atmosphere to be very welcoming and the tutors were always willing to answer my questions, which was invaluable as I tried to figure out my next steps. The stage combat classes were especially helpful as they opened up the whole world of stage combat for me. After finishing the Foundation Course, I went on to take a few courses in stage combat and horse riding. I’m planning to pursue more training to fulfil my goal of working in special action and live theatre.” Margot, former participant
“I knew that my career could be enhanced by some drama school training, so I looked into short courses and was thrilled to discover that BOVTS offered an Acting Summer Foundation Course. Taking ten weeks off would be much more practical than taking a year out of my career. To cut a long story short, training at BOVTS is one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. To be taught by teachers working in the industry is invaluable. I know that every tool they have given me is effective, reliable and current.” Bastian, former participant
Applications close: 10am Thursday 29 May 2025
Bristol Old Vic Theatre School
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!
Want to apply for arts funding but not sure where to begin? Join experienced arts fundraiser, Graziella Terracciano for this free, practical fundraising workshop that will walk you through how to write a successful arts funding application.
This workshop will share advice on:
For creatives from all disciplines who are seeking arts funding.
Graziella Terracciano (she/her) has 15+ years of fundraising and producing experience raising funds for dance, opera, theatre, music, visual arts and architecture. She is currently Funding & Impact Manager at Creative Youth Network.
