Looking for a theatre job? Whether you’re looking for a specific theatre role, or you’re still unsure and want to find out more about your options, we can help. We’ve collected information on a range of affordable (and sometimes, even free) theatre training opportunities.
The UK's biggest free theatre careers event for 16-25 year olds. From direction to stage management, producing to marketing, you'll get a unique glimpse behind the scenes.
MasterClass provides a mix of talks, onstage workshops, careers advice sessions, creative opportunities and paid apprenticeships for young people aged 16 – 30.
Get Into Theatre is the essential website to help you find all the information and opportunities you need to pursue a successful career in theatre.
Serving young people aged 11-18 yrs old. Mousetrap Theatre Projects helps those who have never been to the theatre before for financial, social or cultural reasons.
Stage One helps aspiring theatre producers onto the first rung of the career ladder, turning entrepreneurial ideas and ambitions into reality.
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UK Theatre is the UK’s leading theatre and performing arts membership organisation. Find job opportunities, training and events.
The Stage offers opportunities across the UK and in the international performing arts world, including cruise ship jobs and auditions.
Arts Jobs advertise a range of job opportunities within the art and culture sector.
The Royal Opera House provides high-quality vocational training via learning on the job from some of the best skilled in the industry.
The National Theatre offers a range of apprenticeships and work placements across a variety of departments.
The London Theatre Consortium works with 14 London theatres and offers arts and theatre apprenticeships.
ATG's technical apprenticeships are a great way to kick-start a technical career in the theatre industry.
National College Creative Industries offers earn while you learn on-the-job experience with a creative industries employer.
Creative & Cultural Skills provides careers advice, promotes apprenticeships, and delivers activities.
The Stage Managers Association supports, develops, represents and promotes the work of stage management.
The Society of British Theatre Designers supports and celebrates the work of theatre designers in the UK.
The Association of Lighting Designers represent all those who work or are interested in the creation of lighting, video & projection.
Represents the interests of sound designers and others working and studying in the UK theatre sound industry.
The Association of British Theatre Technicians campaign on behalf of the theatre industry.
In order to get your foot in the door, try contacting your local theatre and build a relationship with them. Ask about volunteering opportunities or front of house work, and talk to people about what their job involves.
Take a look at our resources for other opportunities to gain experience or learn about the theatre industry.
Be aware that work experience in theatre is highly competitive. In fact, some West End theatres don’t offer it to anyone under 18 due to health and safety reasons, while smaller theatres can book people in up to a year in advance.