Are you passionate about theatre and curious about what it takes to work in the industry? Join Edinburgh Playhouse for an exciting week-long programme designed for young people aged 14–18 who want to explore the many career opportunities available both on and off the stage.
Learn directly from industry professionals about a wide range of theatre careers, including:
Participants will enjoy a combination of practical workshops, industry talks, Q&A sessions, live theatre experiences, and hands-on work experience. Taking place alongside Jersey Boys, this unique opportunity includes a chance to watch the production and hear from members of the team working behind the scenes to bring the show to life.
ABOUT THE PROGRAMME:
The aim of this week is to inspire the next generation of theatre-makers and artists by showcasing the many pathways into the industry. From the talent seen on stage to the skilled professionals working behind the scenes, participants will gain a deeper understanding of what goes into creating productions and running a successful theatre.
PROVISIONAL SCHEDULE:
Times: Approximately 10:30am–4:00pm each day, with later finishes on show days. Thursdays and Saturdays are likely to finish around 5:00pm. Schedule will be sent out to participants at least 1 week in advance
Please note: the schedule is subject to change.
Cost: £225.00 per participant
Bursary places and payment plans are available. Please get in touch to discuss your options.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
This is a ATG Inspire event. Tickets for ATG Inspire events are non-transferable and non-refundable. Please note that there is no wheelchair or lift access to these workshops. If you have any access requirements, please get in touch and we will be happy to discuss how we can support you edinburghinspire@atgentertainment.com
Join us for a Masterclass with Olivier Award-winning playwright, Morgan Lloyd Malcolm (Emilia, The Wasp, Dracula), at Shakespeare’s Globe, on finding your process and developing your voice as a writer.
Through exercises and discussion, Morgan will work with a group of members on building a writing practice, refining their voice, and identifying the stories only they can tell.
This workshop is ideal for playwrights and theatre-makers who are ready to deepen their craft and take ownership of their unique creative perspective.
LIMITED SPACES: this Masterclass has very limited spaces. To apply, click 'Express Interest' above, then apply for a space here. Deadline for applications: 11.59pm, Thursday 10 September.
KEY INFORMATION:
Open to Masterclass members. Sign up through the Opportunity Info link below!
Treehouse Project is a talent development opportunity for theatre creatives who are looking to move to the next stage of their careers. During our off-season, Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre will transform our unused spaces into rooms for five emerging theatre creatives where they can work, plan, meet, dream, develop their craft and shape their careers.
The five successful applicants will be given:
Deadline: 10am on Monday 21st September 2026.
The Treehouse Project is generously supported by the Noël Coward Foundation
For more information and to apply, click the Opportunity Info link below!
Creative Access and The Old Vic are offering a six-month internship for someone interested in gaining experience in theatre, arts education and community engagement.
The intern will support the Education and Community team to deliver programmes for children, families, schools and community groups. This will include helping with workshops and events, preparing resources, supporting administration and evaluation, and liaising with schools, community groups and other partners.
The role is suitable for someone with an interest in theatre, creative learning and working with young people. Previous experience in the arts, community work or volunteering is beneficial but not essential.
Key information:
The internship is part-funded by the Mo Siewcharran Memorial Fund, supporting young talent from ethnicities underrepresented in the theatre, publishing and music industries.
For more information how to apply, click the Opportunity Info link below!
Immediate Theatre are partnering with Good Chance as part of their Stage Door programme, to offer a creative and supportive placement for someone with experience of forced displacement, to join our team for 3 days a week over three months. This role is part of our commitment to creating inclusive opportunities in the arts and the creative sector.
THE ROLE:
You will work closely with our Artistic Director, Pathways Manager and other Freelance Facilitators to support, co-facilitate and where appropriate lead creative sessions with adult participants. During this period the Theatre Exchange over 60’s group will be producing a short local tour of their new production to community venues, you will be a key part of the production team, helping to create the work, supporting the participants and ensuring the smooth running of the show.
You will also be asked to get involved in outreach work, identifying new partners and participants to engage in our programmes and be expected to carry out administrative tasks to support the monitoring of the work.
During this period we are also planning to create a support network for creative practitioners working with older people and this will provide an opportunity for the postholder to meet other facilitators and receive training.
Please note this role will require an Enhanced DBS Certificate. Immediate Theatre will apply for one for you, should you not hold a valid one already.
KEY INFORMATION:
For more information and how to apply, click the Opportunity Info link below!
Introducing Bridges, a vital development and performance opportunity that will bridge the gap after scratch nights, allowing for continuity of creative development.
We are looking for an assistant producer to join our development producer in helping shape and develop the plays for the December festival.
YOU WILL RECEIVE:
ELIGIBILITY: You just need to have zero (yes, zero!) producing experience and a love for theatre!
DEADLINE: 21st September 2026, 6pm
For more information and to apply, click the Opportunity Info link below!
Further Than The Edge are running open-level Acting Workshops for adults in various venues.
Starting in September, catch these at:
These workshops are a focused, motivating and safe creative space.
They're designed to accommodate both beginners and people with experience who want to develop their existing acting skills to build continuity in their work. This is a chance to develop more confidence in your creativity, your skills of voice, space and movement, through warm-ups, exercises, approaches - and most importantly to work collaboratively on scripts and improvisation.
Extracts from a contemporary script will be taken as the working material for acting approaches and explorations across the workshop sessions. If you already have a script or play extract that you'd like to do some work on, we're open where possible to fitting this in, just let us know.
You can book per session, for any number of sessions, or for all 10, and you don't have to start on the first session.
Flexible and affordable payment options! From £10 per session.
To ask a question: contact@furtherthantheedge.com or call 07494 168 206
For more information and to book your space, click the Opportunity Info link below!
Young Designers is a 10-week course for young people aged 13-17, which runs twice each year.
Explore how designers bring theatre to life in our weekly introductory masterclasses! Guided by industry professionals, you’ll get hands-on experience in stage and scenic design, costume design, hair and make-up design, and work with elements of technical theatre.
This course will focus on design for live performance, and you’ll learn skills applicable to theatre, film, TV, live music, and other visual art forms. Sessions are led by our experienced Northern Stage team, and you’ll work alongside guest artists and creatives working professionally in the region.
You’ll work towards a mini exhibition at the end of the course to showcase your skills. No previous experience needed – just bring along your enthusiasm for creating!
The course runs twice each year and covers two different topics. Please note that the two terms are treated as separate courses, and you can take part in just one, or both!
September – December 2026: Set and Scenic Design
Learn the principles of building a world for a performance. Develop set ideas, create mood boards, build model boxes, try scenic painting and make props.
January – March 2027: Costume, hair and SFX makeup design.
Understand the principles of designing and sourcing costumes for performance. Develop costume ideas, create mood boards, observe demonstrations, experiment with different design techniques, build your own costumes, try your hand at special effects make up.
Applications are open for September: Set & Scenic Design
Applications are now open for our September–December term, where we’ll explore the world of Set & Scenic Design.
Across the 10 sessions, you’ll get to:
The group will be led by a professional Scenographer who will give you a full introduction to Set & Scenic Design. You’ll also get the chance to assist them in designing props for one of our Christmas shows, The Christmas Sorting Office! We'll also have guest artists joining us to introduce you to different areas of stagecraft and design including puppetry.
If Set & Scenic Design sounds like your thing, we’d love you to apply!
Session dates
All sessions run from 5–7pm:
There will also be two visits to see shows at Northern Stage in addition to the sessions above.
How to apply
If you’re interested in Set & Scenic Design, you can apply here through the Opportunity Info link below!
The deadline to apply is Sunday 6th September.
The Opportunity Info link features information regarding course fees. Discounted places are available, with a limited number of free bursary places. Financial support is available with the cost of travelling to Northern Stage.
Please note that applications are currently only open for the Set & Scenic Design term. Applications for the following Costume, Hair & SFX Makeup term will open around late September.
The Royal Court Theatre has an exciting opportunity for six people to join the Royal Court as part of the Assistant Directors' Pool.
The Assistant Directors’ Pool will create an annual cohort of six directors at early career stages with a specific interest in new writing. Over a one-year attachment, the opportunity will introduce them to the Royal Court and provide access to paid roles and free opportunities across the year, alongside a one-off bursary to support engagement with us.
The successful candidate will have:
What you get:
To note, your personal statement can also be sent through in the form of a voice note, or PowerPoint presentation (no more than five slides). Should there be a more accessible form for your application to be received, please contact the recruitment inbox.
If you have any questions about the role, please contact the recruitment inbox at recruitment@royalcourttheatre.com ahead of the closing date.
Deadline: Sun 30th Aug 2026, 11:30pm
For more information and to apply, click the Opportunity Info link below!
This traineeship is part of our Careers Through the Arts Project in collaboration with Corn Exchange Newbury. Careers Through the Arts aims to provide a programme of opportunities and events to inspire young people in West Berkshire to discover and explore a career in the arts. In this role, you will support the full-time marketing team at Watermill Theatre. This role will be a practical hands-on role, giving you the opportunity to discover new skills and build your experience in arts marketing.
Careers Through the Arts traineeships are a great opportunity for anyone aged 18 to 25 who may or may not have previously considered a career in arts. Previous qualifications and/or experience in this industry is not essential. These opportunities will suit candidates who prefer to learn through experience.
KEY INFORMATION:
For more information how to apply, click the Opportunity Info link below!
