The Lambeth Fringe is a performing arts festival established in 2015 (formerly The Clapham Fringe) and run by the team behind the award-winning Bread & Roses Theatre. The Lambeth Fringe takes place over 4 weeks in September - October. This growing festival encompasses theatre, comedy, music, workshops, film, cabaret, experimental work, musicals, family shows and more!
In 2024 The Lambeth Fringe expanded across the borough and introduces new venues to the festival for 2025 offering further possibility to share work.
Slots are generally up to 60 minutes and shows take place through the day and evening from 1 night to 1 week runs.
Applications are open to all and we encourage bold and exciting new work, WIP and established artists. There is a registration fee of £80 to take part but no fee to apply. Venues are on a box office split basis.
Key Dates:
Submissions open: 8 March 2025
Submissions close: 31 May 2025
Festival registration deadline: 30 June 2025
Festival on sale: 16 July 2025
Festival dates: 25 September - 25 October
The Level 2 Diploma programme is a vocational course covering all aspects of performance including devising, performing and professional practice
Delivered by experienced and specialised performing arts professionals you will be able to build upon your previous performance experience supporting your progression onto a Level 3 course or employment.
The Level 3 Extended Diploma programme is a vocational course covering all aspects of technical theatre including lighting for theatre, sound for theatre, stage management, design for stage and professional practice
Delivered by experienced and specialised technical theatre and performing arts professionals you will be able to build upon your previous performance experience supporting your progression to university, stage school or employment.
The Level 3 Extended Diploma programme is a vocational course covering all aspects of musical theatre including singing, dancing, acting and professional practice
Delivered by experienced and specialised performing arts professionals you will be able to build upon your previous performance experience supporting your progression to university, stage school or employment.
The Level 3 Extended Diploma programme is a vocational course covering all aspects of dance including choreography, performing and professional practice
Delivered by experienced and specialised performing arts professionals you will be able to build upon your previous performance experience supporting your progression to university, stage school or employment.
Masterclass and Sonia Friedman Productions are offering a paid Directing Internship on the London production of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. This is an exceptional development opportunity for someone aiming to gain the necessary experience to become a Resident or Associate Director on large-scale commercial production.
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is a uniquely complex and busy show, with over 40 cast members and a huge team off stage across multiple departments, all working together to realise the production. Based on an original new story by J.K. Rowling, Jack Thorne and John Tiffany, this play written by Jack Thorne and directed by John Tiffany received its world premiere in London’s West End at the Palace Theatre in summer 2016. The critically acclaimed production is the most awarded West End play in the history of the Olivier Awards, winning a record-breaking nine awards, including Best New Play and Best Director in 2017.
The Directing Intern will shadow and work closely with the Associate and Resident Directors across recast, technical and understudy rehearsals, learning how a show of this scale balances rehearsing new and continuing company members with maintaining the quality of the performances.
Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
Key Information:
Who Should Apply:
We're looking for Directors or Assistant Directors who:
Masterclass and Sonia Friedman Productions are offering a paid Sound Internship on the London production of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. This is an exciting chance for someone with a passion for theatre, looking to gain hands-on experience and take the first steps to working in the sound department of a commercial theatre. This internship has been created in memory of Laura Head, a committed, valued and much missed member of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child's Sound team.
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is a uniquely complex and busy show, with over 40 cast members and a huge team off stage across multiple departments, all working together to realise the production. Based on an original new story by J.K. Rowling, Jack Thorne and John Tiffany, this play written by Jack Thorne and directed by John Tiffany received its world premiere in London’s West End at the Palace Theatre in summer 2016. The critically acclaimed production is the most awarded West End play in the history of the Olivier Awards, winning a record-breaking nine awards, including Best New Play and Best Director in 2017.
The Sound Intern will work backstage with the Sound team, learning the day-to-day running of the department and gaining practical experience of sound engineering for theatre.
Activities will include:
The successful candidate will also be offered a one-year apprentice membership to The Association for Sound Design and Production at Future Professional level, for access to the ASDP's training, resources and events.
Key Information:
Who Should Apply:
We're looking for someone who:
✔ Must be aged 18+
✔ Can demonstrate interest and experience in backstage theatre sound
✔ Has some practical experience of supporting live productions or events
✔ Is eager to learn, proactive, and thrive under pressure
✔ Has not had a long-term attachment to a major theatre company
✔ Is a Masterclass member* (click here for more info & to join for free).
The Level 3 Extended Diploma programme is a vocational course covering all aspects of performance including devising, performing and professional practice
Delivered by experienced and specialised performing arts professionals you will be able to build upon your previous performance experience supporting your progression to university, stage school or employment.
The Level 3 Extended Diploma programme is a vocational course covering various aspects of music performance & production including: Music theory, composition, performing, the music industry, sound design, sound recording, sound engineering, the music industry and professional practice.
The course is designed to provide you with the skills to meet the demands of a broad and diverse music industry, giving you the chance to push your strengths whilst developing your weaknesses in order to become a multi-talented musician.
Delivered by experienced music professionals, you will be able to build upon your previous performance & production experience supporting your progression to university, specialist music colleges or employment.
This exciting course provides an exceptional opportunity for anyone drawn to the world of theatre
You will explore the back-stage and on-stage disciplines of theatre. With a strong emphasis on personal creativity, the course provides a unique view of performance and production. It is a rewarding alternative to the traditional ‘A’ Level route. Equivalent to 3 ‘A’ Levels, it links theoretical preparation in lectures and workshops with practical classes.
Based on the idea of repertory theatre, students undertake public performances and musical/dance showcases. Students have been prize winners in the Northern Ireland Inter College Performing Arts Competitions.
The course is based in the Foyle Theatre complete with dressing rooms, costume store, stage craft and property workshops. AV equipment are of the highest professional standard. Whether working back-stage or performing onstage, you will gain an invaluable insight into the world of theatre and develop professional skills in both public performance and technical support.
