Are you aged 21-25? Do you live, work or study in Lambeth or Southwark? Are you interested in leadership within the Theatre industry?

If this sounds like something you are interested in, the application form to join our Artistic Leadership Lab is now LIVE! 

This five-week programme is designed for young people aged 21-25 who are passionate about theatre and keen to develop as future leaders. Focusing on leadership in the arts, participants will explore the core skills required to lead effectively, discover their own strengths and leadership style, and learn how to communicate and deliver a creative vision. Participants will gain practical insight into the steps involved in turning artistic ideas into reality whilst receiving 1-1 mentoring and the opportunity to pitch an idea to industry professionals.

On our programme you will: 

• Build your artistic confidence and develop core leadership skills essential for leading effectively within the arts and creative industries. Discover your personal leadership style, gaining confidence in your strengths and identifying areas for growth. 
• Learn how to articulate and deliver a creative vision, from concept to realisation. 
• Receive 1-to-1 mentoring throughout the programme 
• The opportunity to pitch an idea to industry professionals, gaining practical insight and feedback from experienced theatre leaders. 

Please see below the key dates to take part in this programme:

Wednesday 14th January 2026 – 18:00-20:30 
Wednesday 21st January 2026 – 18:00-20:30 
Wednesday 28th January 2026 – 11:00-16:00 
Wednesday 4th February 2026 – 18:00-20:30 
Wednesday 11th February 2026 – 11:00-16:00 

A travel bursary is available for this programme. 

The brand-new series of In Dialogue - the podcast for emerging artists, is now here. Whether you’re an aspiring theatre-maker, performer, writer, director or producer, then this one’s for you.   

Across four episodes, these five artists dive into topics like nailing your audition, building creative partnerships, touring as a performer and producing autobiographical work. 

If you're looking to elevate your creativity and your career, make sure to tune in – this is one series you won’t want to miss! 

First episode is now available to stream, search Scottish Youth Theatre wherever you get your podcasts or use the link in the bio to listen now. 

Guildhall School of Music & Drama’s Backstage Roadshow will take a series of FREE backstage skills workshops directly into UK state schools, introducing children and young people to the variety of creative pathways and career opportunities that exist within theatre, live events, television and film.

Led by industry professionals and designed by the School’s Production Arts staff, the Backstage Roadshow will take professional equipment into schools to provide a crucial insight into one of the UK’s fastest growing sectors and inspire young people to train and work in the creative industries.

Our team will also be offering full technical support to two primary school productions each year, bringing our lighting, sound, and stage management equipment, along with staff to help run your show.

How it works

The Backstage Roadshow will run for the Academic Years of 2024/25 and 2025/26, with support offered for one Primary School production in December and one in June or July.

What do we bring to your school?

• One lead facilitator and one workshop assistant to run each session. 
• Workshops designed for up to eight students per session, lasting 2-3 hours.
• For multiple workshops, one Project Manager to co-ordinate our staff.
• All equipment needed for each session.
• Transport of equipment to and from your venue.
• All of our staff complete an Enhanced DBS check.
• Public Liability, Employers Liability, and Professional Indemnity Insurance of up to £10,000,000.
• Full risk assessments for all activities (supplied upon request).

For workshops, please complete your expression of interest via this form.

Shortlisted schools will be contacted for an online meeting to discuss the options, prior to a site-visit being arranged ahead of any firm offer for the Backstage Roadshow to visit.

Primary schools, please register here.

We are currently recruiting for a Technical Theatre Apprentice to join our Technical & Production department on a full-time 24 month contract.

Glyndebourne Opera House is delighted to be launching a number of apprenticeships in backstage areas from January 2026 onwards. If you are looking for a practical route into the creative industries, working with industry experts at an internationally recognised Opera House then we may have the right opportunity for you.

An apprenticeship is a hands-on, paid, working role, learning all the skills required to work within an Opera or Theatre environment, fully equipping you to enter the industry after the fixed 2-year term. You will receive a nationally recognised (Creative Industries Production Technician) Level 3 apprenticeship qualification, along with working with some of the most eminent industry professionals in the country on world class Opera productions. You will be given 1 day per week to study and/or attend college, either remotely or in person.

Job Purpose

To learn and apply the skills of a multi-skilled technician, working in Lighting, Sound and Stage whilst studying the Level 3 Creative Industries Production Technician (Creative Venue Technician) Apprenticeship Standard in collaboration with Chichester College.

An Apprenticeship is an entry level paid employment position where you learn the required skills on the job from our professional team. You will be given 1 day per week to study and/or attend college, either remotely or in person.

‘Creative Wellbeing’ – the title seems self-explanatory, but when does it get taught? Talked about? Not only will this workshop examine ways in which we can nurture our stress as artists, but will also look at how to identify and advocate for your boundaries - both in process and practice. What comes after you’ve said “no”? How does creative risk continue? You will be practically exploring exactly that. Other topics may include neurodiversity, burnout and supporting others. Creative Wellbeing aims to give young people aged 14-21 the language and confidence to create theatre healthily, honestly and unbound.

Experience a behind-the scenes tour and interactive sessions throughout the building, with expert advice on career pathways into theatre and live entertainment at one of Bristol's most iconic venues!

Book for either the 4th or 6th November.

This opportunity is part of the West of England Discover! Creative Careers takeover, in collaboration with: Get Into Theatre, Bristol Old Vic, Bristol Beacon, St George’s, The Redgrave, Prime Theatre, The Egg Theatre and Bristol Old Vic Theatre School.

Please note, this is for school groups only. Sign up and book via the Discover! Opportunity Finder.

We are looking to take on a trainee stage manager to assist with our spring/ summer 2026 theatre production of The Scarlet Pimpernel. This is a hands-on role, requiring attendance at rehearsals (in Brixham) and shows (South Devon and up to Midlands). At the end the trainee may be invited to stay on with us, or not as they choose. Laura, the show director and theatre company founder will be mentoring.

The trainee will recieve photos of them "in action" at rehearsals and shows, free tea and coffee at all shows/ rehearsals, and at the end of the show run, a written reference for future work or study use.  Travel to Midlands performance(s) is provided.  Rehearsals begin Feb 2026, show run finishes duing August 2026

The trainee should be based in the South Devon area. 

With us, the stage manager will be trained with the following responsibilities:

• Use a ground plan to mark up the rehearsal room
• Attend production discussion (may be in person or online)
• Managing the furniture and props used in a production
• Supervise the ‘get in’ and ‘get out’
• Create a prompt script compiled with notes on Actors’ cues and requirements for props, lighting and sound
• Help to create a risk assessment to ensure the safety of the full company
• Manage the backstage and onstage area during performances
• Call cast for rehearsals and performances
• Maintain props, furniture and set during the run
• Liaise with resident staff (when touring)
• Helping ensure that rehearsal and performance venues are left spotless

Applicants Personal Qualities: 

• Aged over 18 (to the skys the limit)
• Reliable, able to attend rehearsals and shows.
• Able and willing to work with different people regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, gender identity, religion etc, in a friendly, safe and supportive team creating high quality shows.
• Being zero tolerance to bullying, gaslighting or inappropriate behaviour
  Being clean and tidy
• Keeping any production or personal details confidential as required.

 

For: producers, artistic directors, people working in youth theatre, access coordinators, facilitators, directors, and people making work in the room.

This session will cover how Prime Theatre approach pastoral care and supporting the teenagers they work with, including support inside and outside of the rehearsal room and care practices.

We think it's important there are free, regular spaces to connect with other youth theatre makers, to learn together and to dream big for the sector. 

Since 2024, we’ve partnered with England’s Youth Theatre NPOs to offer free, regular online spaces to discuss the practice of running a youth theatre today.

In the Running a Youth Theatre sessions, you'll hear about their real-world perspectives and practice, participate in a task or provocation, and have space to ask any questions you have to the session leader and other makers in the room.

This is a space to learn, reflect, and connect with others working across the sector - whether you're new to the role or have years of experience. All sessions are free, held on Zoom and are open to anyone using performance in their work with young people.

 

Youth Steering Group

The Bruiser Ambassadors is a youth steering group. Members meet regularly to help develop Bruiser’s education and community engagement programme. The group is open to young people living in Northern Ireland aged 16+

Experience the magic of pantomime from behind the scenes!

Discover the magic that goes into creating our award- winning pantomimes. From costumes and props to stage secrets, it will be a unique glimpse into the world of theatre.

Take a picture of yourself in our pantomime set, see out wonderful costumes up close as you enjoy an exclusive backstage tour.

Our backstage tours are suitable for all ages to enjoy.

Dates:

Friday 12 December - 3.30pm & 4.15pm

Sunday 14 December - 11.45am

Tour lasts a maximum of 40mins.

Please bear in mind that there is no step free access on theatre tours.