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!
Southwark-based artists are able to apply for free use of Canada Water Theatre to support the development of creative ideas through rehearsals and closed R&Ds.
Bookable spaces for a given month are released via the form below during the first week of the previous month. The deadline to complete this form will be the 15th of each month and we will be in touch in the following week to confirm if we’re able to assign you space.
For more information and to book, click the Opportunity Info link below!
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!
For three days every month, Playspace allows a different artist or team access to space at Birmingham Hippodrome to explore an idea with no pressure to create a piece of work.
Playspace is aimed at Midlands theatre creatives (aged 18+) and offers –
Some examples of what artists have used Playspace for (you don’t need to necessarily fit neatly into one of these!) –
If you have any questions, please get in touch with the team at creatives@birminghamhippodrome.com.
Deadline: Sunday 23 September
Click the Opportunity Info link below to apply for September, October & November slots.
We are seeking an Early Career Creative Trainee to support creation and tour dates for our brand new show Playlist in Autumn 2026 - Spring 2027.
This is a unique opportunity to experience the complete journey of making a professional touring production, from the first ideas in the rehearsal room, to performing for audiences across the country.
The successful Trainee will have no more than 2 years professional performing experience and will be based in the middle of the country (no further North than South Yorkshire and no further South than Warwickshire).
Deadline for Applications: Monday 7th September 2026.
For more information including the application pack, and to apply, click the Opportunity Info link below!
Calling Cork Directors
A space for directors to connect, reflect, and develop their practice is launching in October 2026.
Founded by Cork directors Al Dalton and Donal O'Keeffe in collaboration with Cork Theatre Collective, Directors Group is a six-part peer-support and upskilling programme for theatre directors (including movement directors and choreograpers) that aims to bring together emerging and established directors for a series of bi-monthly sessions exploring the craft, the challenges, and the possibilities of directing for stage.
The programme comprises of six sessions: three practical workshops focused on developing skills and process, alongside three masterclasses led by experienced practitioners, offering insight into artistic practice, leadership, and the evolving landscape of contemporary theatre. The programme sessions will be facilitated by theatre director and producer Julie Kelleher.
Through conversation, shared experience, and practical exchange, the programme aims to foster artistic growth, strengthen professional networks, and support a vibrant community of directors in Cork.
WHO CAN APPLY:
Directors, movement directors and choreographers — early-career to established — with a minimum of 3 years’ experience as a theatre practitioner.
KEY POINTS:
€600 contribution towards expenses, in-person only in Cork, six sessions running October 2026 – July 2027, full attendance required across all sessions.
Deadline: Monday 7th September @ 5pm
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!
Rigid schedules don’t work for everyone – especially neurodiverse people. In this FREE online workshop we’ll look at practical techniques to manage your time and help you get things done – from flexible time blocking, task organisation and restful boundaries built specifically for neurodivergent minds.
WHAT YOU'LL GAIN:
WHO IT'S FOR:
This free online workshop is for creative freelancers, founders, and entrepreneurs aged 18–30 who identify as neurodivergent.
Absolutely no prior professional background or experience is required to join the conversation.
ESSENTIAL INFO:
We are committed to supporting D/deaf, disabled and neurodiverse young people, those with medical conditions, access requirements or any lived experience that may require adaptation, support or sensitivity. If there is anything you would like to let us (our youth workers, tutors or staff) know that will support your enjoyment and access, you can do so by emailing us at advicebase@roundhouse.org.uk, and we will contact you to discuss further how to best support your engagement.
For more information and to sign up, click the Opportunity Info link below!
Join us for a Masterclass with six performers from the critically acclaimed production of Jesus Christ Superstar, now playing at the London Palladium.
In this panel conversation, led by audience questions, we’ll discuss the performers’ process, their journeys into theatre and these roles, and what it takes to sustain a demanding musical every night.
We’re looking for questions from our members to ask throughout the session – you can submit your question here. If your question is chosen, our Programmer, Georgie, will ask you to stand up and ask it.
The panel will be composed of:
This Masterclass is ideal for performers, creatives and producers eager to understand the preparation, discipline and teamwork that goes into a major West End musical production.
Key information:
To sign up, click the Opportunity Info link below!
