Genesis Theatre Design Programme is a free training and mentoring course for Black and Global Majority applicants, who are from socially and economically challenging backgrounds, who want to pursue a career in theatre as a:
This is a free two-year part-time course which incorporates:
Each course runs for six terms of study, with a seventh term on placement. Classes are held on two or three evenings each week, with one full day every Saturday.
Weekday sessions take place mostly in our design studio and workshops at Mulberry UTC in the Heart of Bow, East London. Saturday sessions are held at the National Theatre on the Southbank.
For more information and to apply, click the opportunity info link below!
Masterclass is offering two paid, three-month internships for aspiring Theatre Technicians: one at the Adelphi Theatre and one at the Theatre Royal Haymarket. These are hands-on opportunities for those interested in electrics and/or carpentry to gain backstage experience in a professional theatre.
You’ll work full-time alongside experienced in-house electrical and carpentry teams, supported by Masterclass. During this placement, you’ll develop essential skills in lighting, rigging and carpentry, with the flexibility to focus on your interests.
Not sure what job this internship could lead to? Check out a full list of backstage careers here.
Key Information:
📅 Theatre Royal Haymarket Internship: 12 October 2026 – 10 January 2027
📅 Adelphi Internship: 14 October 2026 – 9 January 2027
🚀 Apply by: 9am, Tuesday 1 September
🎤 Interviews: Mid-September
💰 Salary: At least National Minimum Wage
📍Location: Based at the Adelphi Theatre, WC2R or Theatre Royal Haymarket, SW1Y
✍️ Contract Type: Fixed Term
Who can apply?
This internship is for those at the start of their career or looking for a first step into theatre. Prior theatre experience is not required, but candidates must have basic skills in carpentry or electrics, and a strong interest in theatre and live events.
Ideal candidates will:
Eligibility:
We particularly encourage applications from underrepresented groups, including those from the global majority, working-class backgrounds, or those facing barriers to progression in the theatre industry, though we regret that neither theatre has step-free access to the backstage area. Due to funding, preference will be given to candidates under 25 and residing in the following London boroughs: Barnet, Brent, Camden, City of London, Ealing, Hammersmith & Fulham, Harrow, Kensington & Chelsea and Westminster. We will, however, consider all candidates.
To check your borough, click here.
With thanks to LW Theatres and Theatre Royal Haymarket for making this opportunity possible. If you have any questions, please contact the Masterclass office by email: info@masterclass.org.uk.
We're inviting Masterclass members to apply to take part as actors, directors and designers in Script Scratch, an exciting opportunity to celebrate four new pieces of writing developed through our Script Sessions programme. We're also looking for one technician, proficient with QLab, to source and cue sound effects, and assist the London Youth Theatre's technician on the night.
📜 Script Scratch will take place on Thursday 17 September, at the London Youth Theatre (F.K.A. Seven Dials Playhouse - 1a Tower St, WC2H 9NP); all participants will be required from 3.00pm to 9.00pm.
🗣️ Rehearsal: A 2-hour Zoom rehearsal will take place the weeks commencing Monday 31 August and Monday 7 September. Please note, you must be available for the rehearsal of the play you are applying for.
💸 Each participant will receive £25 towards expenses. Set designers will receive an additional budget of £35 to cover design materials. The technician will receive £60 towards expenses.
🎭 A summary of each play and a full casting breakdown can be found here.
🚀 Log in to your Masterclass account and apply via your members' area.
Elevate is a practical, skills-building programme from acta Community Theatre for socially engaged theatre-makers and artists. Selected workshops are also open to artists from other disciplines.
This workshop will explore:
The workshop focuses on working as a theatre practitioner, but the skills and tools will benefit artists working across disciplines.
The workshop takes place at acta’s theatre, accessed via five steps, with a lift available. An accessible toilet is also provided.
acta can offer a range of access adjustments, including on-site wheelchairs and walkers, accessible parking, free tickets for carers or companions, sighted guiding and large-print materials.
For access requests, including anything not listed above, please contact rosa@acta-bristol.com.
If cost is a barrier, acta may be able to help with attendance. Contact rosa@acta-bristol.com to discuss options.
Elevate is a skills-building programme from acta Community Theatre for socially engaged theatre-makers, artists, community organisers and campaigners interested in working creatively with communities.
This practical, explorative workshop will explore:
The theatre is accessed via five steps, with a lift available. There is also an accessible toilet. acta can provide a range of adjustments, including on-site wheelchairs and walkers, accessible parking, free tickets for carers/companions, sighted guiding and large-print materials.
If you have access requirements, including anything not listed above, please contact rosa@acta-bristol.com.
The first workshop, Creative Facilitation, takes place on 16 September.
If cost is a barrier, acta may be able to help with your attendance. Contact rosa@acta-bristol.com to discuss options.
Elevate is a practical, skills-building programme from acta Community Theatre for socially engaged theatre-makers and artists. Selected workshops are also open to people from other creative and community disciplines.
This workshop will explore:
The workshop is open to anyone interested in everyday heritage and people’s histories. Writers, storytellers, filmmakers and researchers may also find it useful.
The workshop takes place at acta’s theatre, accessed via five steps, with a lift available. An accessible toilet is also provided.
acta can offer a range of access adjustments, including on-site wheelchairs and walkers, accessible parking, free tickets for carers or companions, sighted guiding and large-print materials.
For access requests, including anything not listed above, please contact rosa@acta-bristol.com.
If cost is a barrier, acta may be able to help with attendance. Contact rosa@acta-bristol.com to discuss options.
Ignition is Frantic Assembly's FREE nationwide talent development programme for young people aged 16 - 24. AND YOU ARE INVITED!
Working with 13 regional partners, Ignition sets out to find people with the potential to work in the Arts, opening doors and making them feel their presence is welcome.
No experience is necessary, and we particularly look for young people who have little or no previous involvement with theatre or the arts.
Throughout September and October, we travel across the UK to deliver Trial workshops. Visiting theatre and non-theatre spaces, these workshops are created for young people with little or no experience of theatre, who face barriers accessing the Arts, and may never have considered a pathway in the industry possible. Ignition tells them they can be part of it and that their voice is not only welcome, but needed. The programme culminates in five days of training and devising with Frantic, in London, producing original shows for a public audience.
WHAT IS A TRIAL?
A workshop to further understand and explore Frantic’s distinct approach to devising theatre.
WHAT IS THE INTENSIVE?
Selected from the trials, 24 participants will join each other for a week in London. Guided by Frantic Assembly, they will create two original performances for a public audience.
All aspects of the Intensive (travel to London, accommodation, and food) are paid for by Frantic Assembly, thereby removing financial barriers to participation.
For those that take part in the Ignition intensive, we offer a year-round access programme that continues to develop, mentor, and signpost training and career opportunities with Frantic Assembly and their partners, throughout the UK.
Sign-ups open Mon 10 Aug 2026, 9am and close Thurs 10 Sep 2026, 9pm
Sheffield Theatres are looking for a Making Room Observer to join the company of Twelfth Night.
Making Room Observer opportunities are for aspiring and early-career theatre creatives based locally to Sheffield Theatres who want to familiarise with professional rehearsal practice.
Making Room Observers are invited to observe one day each week of rehearsal, and two days of technical rehearsals. Making Room Observers are also invited to attend a preview performance and opening night.
The Making Room Observer for Twelfth Night will receive a £350 fee to support their attendance and observation of the rehearsal process.
The Dukes are looking for up to five theatre makers/creatives to join them as Associate Artists for a period of 18 months. Theatre makers, companies or individuals from an array of artistic discipline. This could include: writers, directors, designers, producers, companies and others that may benefit from this opportunity.
What is the Associate Artist Programme?
Within our Talent Development programme, The Dukes’ ambition is for our venue to be known in the North West as a welcome hub for artists to collaborate and stretch their creative muscles. The Dukes is committed to providing support to our selected Associate Artists, who are at varying stages of their career, with the hopes of establishing a creative, empowered and balanced partnership. We also wish to bring artists together, so they too can expand their working relationships.
The Associate Artist Programme provides support such as:
*please note, The Dukes does not offer commission to artists for this programme
The Dukes also offers advocacy within Venues North and other relevant networks and events.
Application Process:
To apply, please send an expression of interest explaining why you would like to be an Associate Artist (no more than one side of A4) as well as a summary (or CV) of your experience and past work. Please send this to the email below with the subject ‘FAO: Emma Nixon - Associate Artist Application’.
Things to consider for your application:
Deadline for applications: Monday 17th August 2026
For the shortlisted artists, we will be in touch and it's likely you'll be invited to an informal meeting to discuss your work and ideas.
Young Creatives is a friendly place for people ages 13 – 17 to explore all things ‘behind the scenes’ at a theatre! This is an opportunity to try new things, make new friends, and see shows together.
Workshops are entry-level and will be a mix of creative and social sessions with fun crafts, games and activities. There will also be workshops in some of the following areas:
The Northern Stage team and guest artists will give you a basic introduction to each of these areas, with an opportunity to try an activity in each discipline.
Applications are open throughout the term but may close if spaces are filled.
