Our work experience programme has been designed in response to the high number of enquiries we receive from school and college students for work experience opportunities

These opportunities are available to 15 – 19-year-olds and we are delighted to offer 6 students a one-week work experience placement in June 2025.

We spread our programme across two weeks (with a cohort of 3 students attending each week). For 2025 these are 16 – 20 June and 23 – 27 June.

What will you be doing?

Duties include (but are not limited to):

• Acting as a Doorstep Ambassador in our partner schools, representing Theatre Royal.
• Learning from the theatre companies involved and gaining insight into regional touring.
• Working across different departments, learning how they contribute to our organisation and then implementing your knowledge with real world experiences.
• Training in IT and phone enquiries where necessary.
• Undertake a workplace induction.
• Attend a CV writing and interview skills workshop.

This course is suitable for 16-18 year olds wanting to work in television, film or the theatre, either in performance or technical support. Employment within the industry not only depends on talent, but also a sense of determination to succeed.

You will experience different performance styles, try out new ideas and gain an understanding of the performing arts industry at Barnet and Southgate College. Projects are largely based on practical assignments and performances, with some written exercises and evaluations.

You will study some of the following areas of performance:

• Singing, Acting and Dance skills
• Musical Theatre
• Individual Showcase
• Preparation, Performance and Production
• Community Arts
• The Performing Arts Industry and Enterprise
• Performance in Context; Movement Skills
• Devising Performance Work
• Exploring Improvisation
• Voice and Speech for Performers
• Performing Scripted Plays
• Contemporary Dance Techniques

There will be a series of practical assignments varying from informal small group presentations to larger public performances.

Are you an aspiring musician who is looking to create a new single or EPK? Are you looking for opportunities to be able to know how to take control of your content creation and record and perform your own songs?

This course is all about creating a portfolio to attract new opportunities, to rehearse your own original music and gain valuable industry feedback and to improve your own performance and production skills.

You will be getting an insight into artist development through performance activities and analytical problem solving based on your original material. Having a sense of ownership of your creativity and intellectual property is integral in the Music Industry, and we want to harness this methodology and refine the process in which your music is made, produced and performed.

Are you an aspiring musician looking to start creating and performing your own music? Do you want to learn how to produce tracks, rehearse with others, and grow your confidence as a performer?

This course is the perfect starting point to help you explore your musical creativity, gain essential industry knowledge, and develop your skills in music performance and production.

This hands-on, practical course helps you build a portfolio of original music and live performance work. You’ll learn how to take control of your music, from developing song ideas to recording and performing them. You’ll also collaborate with others, gain feedback on your work, and begin to understand how the music industry operates. We’ll guide you through key aspects of artist development, help you understand your creative rights, and teach you how to present yourself professionally in both live and recorded settings.

We’d love to hear from you if you’re interested in performing, songwriting, music-making or you have another creative-skill, aged 18-25.

If you are keen to explore musical theatre, this is an exciting opportunity to work collaboratively with artists and facilitators, in response to National Theatre shows, Here We Are and London Road.

You’ll spend the week exploring and creating alongside musical directors and facilitators – the week is all about getting stuck into theatre-making and the process of this. You’ll watch both productions prior to the course week and use these as a starting point for some musical-making during the week. The week will culminate in an informal sharing of work alongside your peers on the last day of the programme.

This year, we’re particularly interested to hear from you if you have a passion for musical theatre or plays with songs.

These opportunities are free to take part in – no prior experience is necessary, just a sense of curiosity and creativity!

Come along for a behind-the-scenes tour of Malvern Theatres

Taking place on regular Sundays during the year, theatre tours offer a great opportunity to visit areas of the building not normally accessible to the public. See behind-the-scenes in all three auditoria: The Festival Theatre, Forum Theatre and Cinema, plus check out the new Studio One space. Stand on the Festival Theatre stage and gaze out into the 850-seat auditorium as you soak up the fascinating story of this historic venue. Take a peek into the dressing rooms used by some of the most famous names in theatre and get an insight into how your favourite shows are staged.

Lasting around 1hr 45mins and led by an experienced tour guide ready to share anecdotes and answer your questions, each theatre tour will end with a cream tea in the Bistro Café.

The price of the tour includes a souvenir brochure detailing the history of Malvern Theatres.

Next date: Sunday 4 May, 1.30pm

Led by a Theatre professional and supported by Lyceum staff, this course is for anyone who is interested in working behind the scenes, making it all happen.

The first week will feature practical workshops and activities based on Theatre Production areas to get you learning and making friends. Exact workshops vary each year, but to give you an idea, you might be:

• making props for one of the double-bill productions
• learning how to rig and operate Theatre lights
• completing a costume-sourcing challenge in our Roseburn warehouse
• touring the Lyceum or other local Theatre to learn about how it operates and the jobs involved
• spending time in double-bill rehearsals and assisting the professional team

In the second week, participants will be allocated a role (usually lighting, sound or stage management) on either the Junior or Senior production. You'll then join rehearsals and take a practical backstage role during the performances.

All workshops and roles are fully supported by Theatre professionals and Lyceum staff; all you need to bring is commitment, creativity and bags of enthusiasm!

Dates: Monday 7 July - Saturday 19 July

Delve into the colourful past, and hear about the dazzling present and exciting future of Northern Ireland's oldest Theatre

Led by one of our knowledgeable Customer Experience Assistants, a Theatre tour gives you the chance to see the incredible results of the restoration of this iconic building, and explore the fascinating story of the Grand Opera House’s rich and colourful history.

Follow in the footsteps of Charlie Chaplin, Luciano Pavarotti and Darcey Bussell by walking out onto the iconic stage; see what happens behind the scenes during a show, and explore the symbolism and meaning of the gods, elephants, stars and other stunning architectural features inside Frank Matcham's auditorium.

Theatre Tours last between 45 minutes and an hour, and tour participants also have exclusive access to the Heritage Exhibition for 30 minutes before their tour start time.

Next available date: 28 June 2025

Study Production Arts (Technical Theatre & Stage Management) at University Centre Leeds

Launch your backstage career with our Production Arts Foundation Degree specialising in Technical Theatre and Stage Management. This course will train you in all aspects of lighting, sound, video, and stage management.

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!