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SUMMARY:Starting Out in Stage Management
DESCRIPTION:Workshop Information: \nMeet the stage management course team from Royal Birmingham Conservatoire\, as they talk you through the routes to “Getting Started in Stage Management”. A walk-through of all roles in stage management and training routes\, followed by a Q&A session. \nThis session will be hosted by Louise Turner\, Senior Lecturer BA (Hons) Stage Management at Royal Birmingham Conservatoire. \n\nHow to book:  \nBookings open at 12pm on Monday 19 October. \nTo find out how to book\, sign up to the TheatreCraft 2026 mailing list using the ‘Stay up to date’ pop-up in the bottom-left corner of this page. \nSubscribers will receive booking information and instructions on Friday 16 October\, followed by the link to book when bookings open at 12pm on Monday 19 October. \nAlready signed up? You don’t need to do anything – we’ll email you everything you need to know. \n\nIn-Person Waiting List:  \nIf you aren’t able to book a place in advance\, you can join the ‘on the day’ waiting list at the workshop venue. This is for any places that become available due to last-minute cancellations or no-shows. \nSimply come to the specified venue and a volunteer will direct you to the waiting list queue. Places will be offered on a first-come\, first-served basis\, and joining the waiting list does not guarantee entry.
URL:https://www.theatrecraft.org/event/starting-out-in-stage-management/
LOCATION:Linbury Foyer\, Royal Opera House\, Bow St\, London\, WC2E 9DD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Stage Management,Starting Out,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261106T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261106T104500
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SUMMARY:Costumes from Store to Stage
DESCRIPTION:Workshop Information: \nGet hands-on with the costume department! Learn how our many costume teams work together to provide costumes for two world-class companies\, bringing new productions to life and reviving classic operas and ballets from the repertory. Learn how a full costume gets from a design to reality from the making workshops\, Dye Shop\, Hats & Jewellery\, Wigs\, Hair & Make-up. Learn the different skills the performance teams need to work with the artists\, costuming rehearsals and performances with tight turnarounds in a packed schedule. Try your hand at logistics as all our costumes have to go to storage\, documented and ready to be revived in a future season. \nThis session is hosted by the wardrobe team at the Royal Ballet & Opera. \n\nHow to book:  \nBookings open at 12pm on Monday 19 October. \nTo find out how to book\, sign up to the TheatreCraft 2026 mailing list using the ‘Stay up to date’ pop-up in the bottom-left corner of this page. \nSubscribers will receive booking information and instructions on Friday 16 October\, followed by the link to book when bookings open at 12pm on Monday 19 October. \nAlready signed up? You don’t need to do anything – we’ll email you everything you need to know. \n\nIn-Person Waiting List:  \nIf you aren’t able to book a place in advance\, you can join the ‘on the day’ waiting list at the workshop venue. This is for any places that become available due to last-minute cancellations or no-shows. \nSimply come to the specified venue and a volunteer will direct you to the waiting list queue. Places will be offered on a first-come\, first-served basis\, and joining the waiting list does not guarantee entry.
URL:https://www.theatrecraft.org/event/costumes-from-store-to-stage/
LOCATION:Opera Rehearsal Room 1\, Royal Opera House\, London\, WC2E 9DD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Costume,Starting Out,Wardrobe,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261106T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261106T121500
DTSTAMP:20261013T142214Z
CREATED:20261008T104700Z
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SUMMARY:A Technical Introduction to The Devil Wears Prada
DESCRIPTION:Workshop Information: \nDiscover the technical elements of the hit West End show The Devil Wears Prada with talks\, tours and demos from the show’s Stage Manager and the Dominion Theatre’s Head of Stage and Head of Flys\, with a chance to explore behind the scenes as you learn how to fly scenery. \nThis session will be hosted by Fiona Findlater (Stage Manager for The Devil Wears Prada)\, Dave Sutherland (Head of Stage for the Dominion Theatre)\, and Sam Hill (Head of Flys for the Dominion Theatre). \n\nHow to book:  \nBookings open at 12pm on Monday 19 October. \nTo find out how to book\, sign up to the TheatreCraft 2026 mailing list using the ‘Stay up to date’ pop-up in the bottom-left corner of this page. \nSubscribers will receive booking information and instructions on Friday 16 October\, followed by the link to book when bookings open at 12pm on Monday 19 October. \nAlready signed up? You don’t need to do anything – we’ll email you everything you need to know. \n\nIn-Person Waiting List:  \nIf you aren’t able to book a place in advance\, you can join the ‘on the day’ waiting list at the workshop venue. This is for any places that become available due to last-minute cancellations or no-shows. \nSimply come to the specified venue and a volunteer will direct you to the waiting list queue. Places will be offered on a first-come\, first-served basis\, and joining the waiting list does not guarantee entry.
URL:https://www.theatrecraft.org/event/a-technical-introduction-to-the-devil-wears-prada/
LOCATION:Dominion Theatre\, 268-269 Tottenham Ct Rd\, London\, W1T 7AQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Flys,On-Stage Demonstration,Starting Out,Technical Theatre,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261106T101500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261106T110000
DTSTAMP:20261013T140310Z
CREATED:20261009T095434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T140310Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Directing: Practical and Playful Tools
DESCRIPTION:Workshop Information: \nAn insight into a director’s process\, with opportunities for any questions afterwards — facilitated by an alumnus of East 15 Acting School’s MA Theatre Directing programme. \nThis session will be hosted by Rebecca Goh\, Theatre/Movement Director and East 15 Acting School Alumnus. \n\nHow to book:  \nBookings open at 12pm on Monday 19 October. \nTo find out how to book\, sign up to the TheatreCraft 2026 mailing list using the ‘Stay up to date’ pop-up in the bottom-left corner of this page. \nSubscribers will receive booking information and instructions on Friday 16 October\, followed by the link to book when bookings open at 12pm on Monday 19 October. \nAlready signed up? You don’t need to do anything – we’ll email you everything you need to know. \n\nIn-Person Waiting List:  \nIf you aren’t able to book a place in advance\, you can join the ‘on the day’ waiting list at the workshop venue. This is for any places that become available due to last-minute cancellations or no-shows. \nSimply come to the specified venue and a volunteer will direct you to the waiting list queue. Places will be offered on a first-come\, first-served basis\, and joining the waiting list does not guarantee entry.
URL:https://www.theatrecraft.org/event/introduction-to-directing-practical-and-playful-tools/
LOCATION:The Nederlander Suite\, Dominion Theatre\, 268-269 Tottenham Ct Rd\, London\, W1T 7AQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Directing,Starting Out,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261106T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261106T111500
DTSTAMP:20261014T090330Z
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SUMMARY:What is a Theatre Producer?
DESCRIPTION:Workshop Information: \nSo\, what is a producer? Join Stage One’s workshop to find out! Learn about different types of producing\, what skills a producer needs and what a producer does. Led by experienced producers\, you’ll take part in some quick tasks to give you a taste of what it is to be a producer. \nThis session will be hosted by the team at Stage One. \n\nHow to book:  \nBookings open at 12pm on Monday 19 October. \nTo find out how to book\, sign up to the TheatreCraft 2026 mailing list using the ‘Stay up to date’ pop-up in the bottom-left corner of this page. \nSubscribers will receive booking information and instructions on Friday 16 October\, followed by the link to book when bookings open at 12pm on Monday 19 October. \nAlready signed up? You don’t need to do anything – we’ll email you everything you need to know. \n\nIn-Person Waiting List:  \nIf you aren’t able to book a place in advance\, you can join the ‘on the day’ waiting list at the workshop venue. This is for any places that become available due to last-minute cancellations or no-shows. \nSimply come to the specified venue and a volunteer will direct you to the waiting list queue. Places will be offered on a first-come\, first-served basis\, and joining the waiting list does not guarantee entry.
URL:https://www.theatrecraft.org/event/what-is-a-theatre-producer/
LOCATION:Nimax Theatres Head Office\, 10 Maiden Ln\, London\, WC2E 7NA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Administration,Producing,Starting Out,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261106T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261106T111500
DTSTAMP:20261013T125300Z
CREATED:20261009T140525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T125300Z
UID:19835-1793961000-1793963700@www.theatrecraft.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Playwriting
DESCRIPTION:Workshop Information: \nDo you have a story to tell? Can you imagine it performed live\, by actors on a stage? It’s time to start your playwriting journey! This free\, practical workshop\, led by the Royal Court Young Playwrights team\, will help you get started on coming up with ideas\, creating characters\, and writing scenes for your play! \nThe Royal Court Young Playwrights Award is a free\, open-access competition for anyone aged 13-18 in the UK. All entrants receive personal feedback\, and winners will have their plays professionally performed in London and published by Nick Hern Books. \nThis workshop will be led by playwright Oli Forsyth\, whose play Brace Brace was produced at the Royal Court Theatre in 2024.  \n\nHow to book:  \nBookings open at 12pm on Monday 19 October. \nTo find out how to book\, sign up to the TheatreCraft 2026 mailing list using the ‘Stay up to date’ pop-up in the bottom-left corner of this page. \nSubscribers will receive booking information and instructions on Friday 16 October\, followed by the link to book when bookings open at 12pm on Monday 19 October. \nAlready signed up? You don’t need to do anything – we’ll email you everything you need to know. \n\nIn-Person Waiting List:  \nIf you aren’t able to book a place in advance\, you can join the ‘on the day’ waiting list at the workshop venue. This is for any places that become available due to last-minute cancellations or no-shows. \nSimply come to the specified venue and a volunteer will direct you to the waiting list queue. Places will be offered on a first-come\, first-served basis\, and joining the waiting list does not guarantee entry.
URL:https://www.theatrecraft.org/event/introduction-to-playwriting/
LOCATION:Bar\, @sohoplace\, 4 Soho Pl\, Charing Cross Rd\, London\, W1D 3BG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Playwriting,Starting Out,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261106T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261106T234500
DTSTAMP:20261013T124613Z
CREATED:20261009T141302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T124613Z
UID:19842-1793962800-1794008700@www.theatrecraft.org
SUMMARY:Centre Stage: How the ROH Stage Management Team Make the Whole Thing Happen
DESCRIPTION:Workshop Information: \nThe Royal Opera House has one of the busiest stages in Europe\, with over 300 performances a year. Everything that happens on the stage is organised and managed at some point by the stage management team\, and nothing comes on or off the stage without them cueing it. Discover the different roles in the ROH stage management team and how they work with other departments to make our shows happen. See if you have got what it takes to run a show! \nThis session is hosted by the Stage Management team at the Royal Ballet & Opera. \n\nHow to book:  \nBookings open at 12pm on Monday 19 October. \nTo find out how to book\, sign up to the TheatreCraft 2026 mailing list using the ‘Stay up to date’ pop-up in the bottom-left corner of this page. \nSubscribers will receive booking information and instructions on Friday 16 October\, followed by the link to book when bookings open at 12pm on Monday 19 October. \nAlready signed up? You don’t need to do anything – we’ll email you everything you need to know. \n\nIn-Person Waiting List:  \nIf you aren’t able to book a place in advance\, you can join the ‘on the day’ waiting list at the workshop venue. This is for any places that become available due to last-minute cancellations or no-shows. \nSimply come to the specified venue and a volunteer will direct you to the waiting list queue. Places will be offered on a first-come\, first-served basis\, and joining the waiting list does not guarantee entry.
URL:https://www.theatrecraft.org/event/centre-stage-how-the-roh-stage-management-team-make-the-whole-thing-happen/
LOCATION:Opera Rehearsal Room 1\, Royal Opera House\, London\, WC2E 9DD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Stage Management,Starting Out,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261106T111500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261106T120000
DTSTAMP:20261013T142021Z
CREATED:20261008T105312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T142021Z
UID:19759-1793963700-1793966400@www.theatrecraft.org
SUMMARY:An Introduction to Arts Administration and its Importance
DESCRIPTION:Workshop Information: \nFind out more about the office-based jobs that help make productions happen\, covering topics such as producing\, marketing and financing.  \nThis session will be hosted by Monique Foulger\, Associate Producer at Opera Holland Park. \n\nHow to book:  \nBookings open at 12pm on Monday 19 October. \nTo find out how to book\, sign up to the TheatreCraft 2026 mailing list using the ‘Stay up to date’ pop-up in the bottom-left corner of this page. \nSubscribers will receive booking information and instructions on Friday 16 October\, followed by the link to book when bookings open at 12pm on Monday 19 October. \nAlready signed up? You don’t need to do anything – we’ll email you everything you need to know. \n\nIn-Person Waiting List:  \nIf you aren’t able to book a place in advance\, you can join the ‘on the day’ waiting list at the workshop venue. This is for any places that become available due to last-minute cancellations or no-shows. \nSimply come to the specified venue and a volunteer will direct you to the waiting list queue. Places will be offered on a first-come\, first-served basis\, and joining the waiting list does not guarantee entry.
URL:https://www.theatrecraft.org/event/an-introduction-to-arts-administration/
LOCATION:The Nederlander Suite\, Dominion Theatre\, 268-269 Tottenham Ct Rd\, London\, W1T 7AQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Administration,Starting Out,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261106T113000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261106T121500
DTSTAMP:20261013T130117Z
CREATED:20261009T135511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T130117Z
UID:19832-1793964600-1793967300@www.theatrecraft.org
SUMMARY:Words to Worlds
DESCRIPTION:Workshop Information: \nTake a piece of text and let your imagination run wild! In this hands-on workshop\, you’ll transform words\, ideas and imagery into a miniature set design. Experiment with colour\, shape\, texture and objects as you build a world inspired by your chosen text. No design experience needed – just curiosity and creativity! \nThis session is hosted by the team at UAL. \n\nHow to book:  \nBookings open at 12pm on Monday 19 October. \nTo find out how to book\, sign up to the TheatreCraft 2026 mailing list using the ‘Stay up to date’ pop-up in the bottom-left corner of this page. \nSubscribers will receive booking information and instructions on Friday 16 October\, followed by the link to book when bookings open at 12pm on Monday 19 October. \nAlready signed up? You don’t need to do anything – we’ll email you everything you need to know. \n\nIn-Person Waiting List:  \nIf you aren’t able to book a place in advance\, you can join the ‘on the day’ waiting list at the workshop venue. This is for any places that become available due to last-minute cancellations or no-shows. \nSimply come to the specified venue and a volunteer will direct you to the waiting list queue. Places will be offered on a first-come\, first-served basis\, and joining the waiting list does not guarantee entry.
URL:https://www.theatrecraft.org/event/words-to-worlds/
LOCATION:Binkie’s Circle Bar\, The Gielgud Theatre\, London\, W1D 6LA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Design,Starting Out,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261106T113000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261106T121500
DTSTAMP:20261014T155826Z
CREATED:20261014T091227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261014T155826Z
UID:19970-1793964600-1793967300@www.theatrecraft.org
SUMMARY:Building a Career in Theatre Sound
DESCRIPTION:Workshop Information: \nAre you interested in a career in sound? Sound Designer\, Composer\, and Assistant Professor of Sound at LAMDA\, Emily Drohan\,  will take you through how to form a lasting career\, make connections and find the right route for you. \nThis session will be hosted by Emily Drohan\, Assistant Professor of Sound at LAMDA. \n\nHow to book:  \nBookings open at 12pm on Monday 19 October. \nTo find out how to book\, sign up to the TheatreCraft 2026 mailing list using the ‘Stay up to date’ pop-up in the bottom-left corner of this page. \nSubscribers will receive booking information and instructions on Friday 16 October\, followed by the link to book when bookings open at 12pm on Monday 19 October. \nAlready signed up? You don’t need to do anything – we’ll email you everything you need to know. \n\nIn-Person Waiting List:  \nIf you aren’t able to book a place in advance\, you can join the ‘on the day’ waiting list at the workshop venue. This is for any places that become available due to last-minute cancellations or no-shows. \nSimply come to the specified venue and a volunteer will direct you to the waiting list queue. Places will be offered on a first-come\, first-served basis\, and joining the waiting list does not guarantee entry.
URL:https://www.theatrecraft.org/event/building-a-career-in-theatre-sound/
LOCATION:Bar\, @sohoplace\, 4 Soho Pl\, Charing Cross Rd\, London\, W1D 3BG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Sound,Starting Out,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261106T113000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261106T123000
DTSTAMP:20261013T140635Z
CREATED:20261009T095016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T140635Z
UID:19790-1793964600-1793968200@www.theatrecraft.org
SUMMARY:Content & Community: Social Media for West End Theatre
DESCRIPTION:Workshop Information: \nIn this workshop\, you’ll explore how social media can be used to elevate theatre marketing – from crafting compelling narratives and building online communities to creating shareable moments that drive ticket sales. You’ll get a behind-the-scenes look at some of our favourite campaigns\, then work in groups to develop your own social media concepts for a West End show. \nThis session will be hosted by James Leggat (Senior Account Manager)\, Justine Matthew (Social and Content Designer) and Hollie Alexander (Social Media Executive) at AKA. \n\nHow to book:  \nBookings open at 12pm on Monday 19 October. \nTo find out how to book\, sign up to the TheatreCraft 2026 mailing list using the ‘Stay up to date’ pop-up in the bottom-left corner of this page. \nSubscribers will receive booking information and instructions on Friday 16 October\, followed by the link to book when bookings open at 12pm on Monday 19 October. \nAlready signed up? You don’t need to do anything – we’ll email you everything you need to know. \n\nIn-Person Waiting List:  \nIf you aren’t able to book a place in advance\, you can join the ‘on the day’ waiting list at the workshop venue. This is for any places that become available due to last-minute cancellations or no-shows. \nSimply come to the specified venue and a volunteer will direct you to the waiting list queue. Places will be offered on a first-come\, first-served basis\, and joining the waiting list does not guarantee entry.
URL:https://www.theatrecraft.org/event/content-community-social-media-for-west-end-theatre/
LOCATION:Nimax Theatres Head Office\, 10 Maiden Ln\, London\, WC2E 7NA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Administration,Marketing,Starting Out,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261106T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261106T124500
DTSTAMP:20261013T124247Z
CREATED:20261009T141916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T124247Z
UID:19845-1793966400-1793969100@www.theatrecraft.org
SUMMARY:From Parcans to LED Tape and Everything in Between
DESCRIPTION:Workshop Information: \nExplore what equipment the Lighting Teams use to illuminate productions on the Opera House Stage and how they manage and maintain our large stock. Learn how the production lighting teams work to rig in real time every day of the week. Have a go at designing lights with our visualisation team and learn the art of programming. Come and chat to members of our lighting team about the equipment they use and how they ended up working in the world of theatrical lighting. \nThis session is hosted by the Lighting team at the Royal Ballet & Opera. \n\nHow to book:  \nBookings open at 12pm on Monday 19 October. \nTo find out how to book\, sign up to the TheatreCraft 2026 mailing list using the ‘Stay up to date’ pop-up in the bottom-left corner of this page. \nSubscribers will receive booking information and instructions on Friday 16 October\, followed by the link to book when bookings open at 12pm on Monday 19 October. \nAlready signed up? You don’t need to do anything – we’ll email you everything you need to know. \n\nIn-Person Waiting List:  \nIf you aren’t able to book a place in advance\, you can join the ‘on the day’ waiting list at the workshop venue. This is for any places that become available due to last-minute cancellations or no-shows. \nSimply come to the specified venue and a volunteer will direct you to the waiting list queue. Places will be offered on a first-come\, first-served basis\, and joining the waiting list does not guarantee entry.
URL:https://www.theatrecraft.org/event/from-parcans-to-led-tape-and-everything-in-between/
LOCATION:Opera Rehearsal Room 1\, Royal Opera House\, London\, WC2E 9DD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Lighting,Starting Out,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261106T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261106T131500
DTSTAMP:20261013T141348Z
CREATED:20261008T111004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T141348Z
UID:19768-1793968200-1793970900@www.theatrecraft.org
SUMMARY:Getting Started in Theatre Sound
DESCRIPTION:Workshop Information: \nFind out about the different roles in theatre sound and what they involve. Consider different routes for getting started and key skills employers and training institutes look for in entry-level applicants.  \nThis session will be hosted by Clare Hibberd\, Lecturer in Sound at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland. \n\nHow to book:  \nBookings open at 12pm on Monday 19 October. \nTo find out how to book\, sign up to the TheatreCraft 2026 mailing list using the ‘Stay up to date’ pop-up in the bottom-left corner of this page. \nSubscribers will receive booking information and instructions on Friday 16 October\, followed by the link to book when bookings open at 12pm on Monday 19 October. \nAlready signed up? You don’t need to do anything – we’ll email you everything you need to know. \n\nIn-Person Waiting List:  \nIf you aren’t able to book a place in advance\, you can join the ‘on the day’ waiting list at the workshop venue. This is for any places that become available due to last-minute cancellations or no-shows. \nSimply come to the specified venue and a volunteer will direct you to the waiting list queue. Places will be offered on a first-come\, first-served basis\, and joining the waiting list does not guarantee entry.
URL:https://www.theatrecraft.org/event/getting-started-in-theatre-sound/
LOCATION:Bar\, @sohoplace\, 4 Soho Pl\, Charing Cross Rd\, London\, W1D 3BG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Sound,Starting Out,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261106T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261106T131500
DTSTAMP:20261014T154321Z
CREATED:20261014T093629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261014T154321Z
UID:19976-1793968200-1793970900@www.theatrecraft.org
SUMMARY:Costuming Shadow
DESCRIPTION:Workshop Information: \nCostuming Shadow is a participatory workshop inviting fluid\, playful expression. Through collective material exploration participants create costumes based on the shapes of their shadows and the characters they inspire. This is a gentle and relaxed workshop with lots of sensory input. \nThis session will be hosted by Rose Grover\, Student Recruitment associate at UAL Central St Martins and co-founder of performance collective Baby Garg. \n\nHow to book:  \nBookings open at 12pm on Monday 19 October. \nTo find out how to book\, sign up to the TheatreCraft 2026 mailing list using the ‘Stay up to date’ pop-up in the bottom-left corner of this page. \nSubscribers will receive booking information and instructions on Friday 16 October\, followed by the link to book when bookings open at 12pm on Monday 19 October. \nAlready signed up? You don’t need to do anything – we’ll email you everything you need to know. \n\nIn-Person Waiting List:  \nIf you aren’t able to book a place in advance\, you can join the ‘on the day’ waiting list at the workshop venue. This is for any places that become available due to last-minute cancellations or no-shows. \nSimply come to the specified venue and a volunteer will direct you to the waiting list queue. Places will be offered on a first-come\, first-served basis\, and joining the waiting list does not guarantee entry.
URL:https://www.theatrecraft.org/event/costuming-shadow/
LOCATION:Premiere Bar\, Dominion Theatre\, 268-269 Tottenham Ct Rd\, London\, W1T 7AQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Costume,Starting Out,Wardrobe,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261106T124500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261106T133000
DTSTAMP:20261014T152121Z
CREATED:20261007T154831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261014T152121Z
UID:19708-1793969100-1793971800@www.theatrecraft.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Stage Management: Hamilton & Les Miserables
DESCRIPTION:Workshop Information: \nLearn about the different roles in Stage Management on a production\, from props to calling\, with an insight into what happens backstage on the hit musicals\, ‘Hamilton‘ and ‘Les Misérables‘!  \nThis session will be hosted by EJ Saunders and Ben Sherratt (Hamilton Stage Managers) & Jo Hinton (Les Miserables Stage Manager) \n\nHow to book:  \nBookings open at 12pm on Monday 19 October. \nTo find out how to book\, sign up to the TheatreCraft 2026 mailing list using the ‘Stay up to date’ pop-up in the bottom-left corner of this page. \nSubscribers will receive booking information and instructions on Friday 16 October\, followed by the link to book when bookings open at 12pm on Monday 19 October. \nAlready signed up? You don’t need to do anything – we’ll email you everything you need to know. \n\nIn-Person Waiting List:  \nIf you aren’t able to book a place in advance\, you can join the ‘on the day’ waiting list at the workshop venue. This is for any places that become available due to last-minute cancellations or no-shows. \nSimply come to the specified venue and a volunteer will direct you to the waiting list queue. Places will be offered on a first-come\, first-served basis\, and joining the waiting list does not guarantee entry.
URL:https://www.theatrecraft.org/event/introduction-to-stage-management-hamilton-les-miserables/
LOCATION:Sprague Terrace\, The Gielgud Theatre\, Shaftesbury Ave\, London\, W1D 6AR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Stage Management,Starting Out,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261106T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261106T134500
DTSTAMP:20261013T124119Z
CREATED:20261009T142408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T124119Z
UID:19849-1793970000-1793972700@www.theatrecraft.org
SUMMARY:Painting Worlds
DESCRIPTION:Workshop Information: \nDiscover the different skills needed to master the techniques to create finishes and effects with paint and other materials that create the worlds on our stages. Be prepared to get your hands dirty as the ROH scenic team demonstrates how they create specific effects with paint. You will also learn from the team the many different types of work a scenic artist can utilise their skills in. \nThis session is hosted by the Scenic team at the Royal Ballet & Opera. \n\nHow to book:  \nBookings open at 12pm on Monday 19 October. \nTo find out how to book\, sign up to the TheatreCraft 2026 mailing list using the ‘Stay up to date’ pop-up in the bottom-left corner of this page. \nSubscribers will receive booking information and instructions on Friday 16 October\, followed by the link to book when bookings open at 12pm on Monday 19 October. \nAlready signed up? You don’t need to do anything – we’ll email you everything you need to know. \n\nIn-Person Waiting List:  \nIf you aren’t able to book a place in advance\, you can join the ‘on the day’ waiting list at the workshop venue. This is for any places that become available due to last-minute cancellations or no-shows. \nSimply come to the specified venue and a volunteer will direct you to the waiting list queue. Places will be offered on a first-come\, first-served basis\, and joining the waiting list does not guarantee entry.
URL:https://www.theatrecraft.org/event/painting-worlds/
LOCATION:Opera Rehearsal Room 1\, Royal Opera House\, London\, WC2E 9DD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Design,Starting Out,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261106T131500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261106T140000
DTSTAMP:20261013T141442Z
CREATED:20261008T110805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T141442Z
UID:19765-1793970900-1793973600@www.theatrecraft.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Prop Making
DESCRIPTION:Workshop Information: \nEver wondered how realistic fake food\, theatrical masks and other stage props are brought to life? Get a tactile introduction to the fascinating world of prop making as you explore popular techniques\, materials and creative tricks of the trade. You’ll also have the chance to ask a professional freelance prop maker your questions and discover what it’s really like to work behind the scenes in theatre. \nThis session will be hosted by Hanson Dickinson\, Freelance Prop Maker and alumni from Royal Central School of Speech and Drama. \n\nHow to book:  \nBookings open at 12pm on Monday 19 October. \nTo find out how to book\, sign up to the TheatreCraft 2026 mailing list using the ‘Stay up to date’ pop-up in the bottom-left corner of this page. \nSubscribers will receive booking information and instructions on Friday 16 October\, followed by the link to book when bookings open at 12pm on Monday 19 October. \nAlready signed up? You don’t need to do anything – we’ll email you everything you need to know. \n\nIn-Person Waiting List:  \nIf you aren’t able to book a place in advance\, you can join the ‘on the day’ waiting list at the workshop venue. This is for any places that become available due to last-minute cancellations or no-shows. \nSimply come to the specified venue and a volunteer will direct you to the waiting list queue. Places will be offered on a first-come\, first-served basis\, and joining the waiting list does not guarantee entry.
URL:https://www.theatrecraft.org/event/introduction-to-prop-making/
LOCATION:The Nederlander Suite\, Dominion Theatre\, 268-269 Tottenham Ct Rd\, London\, W1T 7AQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Props,Starting Out,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261106T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261106T141500
DTSTAMP:20261013T143122Z
CREATED:20261008T101005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T143122Z
UID:19746-1793971800-1793974500@www.theatrecraft.org
SUMMARY:Being a Creatives' Agent
DESCRIPTION:Workshop Information: \nExplore the relationship between agents and their designer clients\, with a particular focus on set\, costume\, lighting and sound designers. Trei Keep of Casarotto Ramsay & Associates\, one of the UK’s leading theatrical agencies\, will share insights into what agents do\, how they support and collaborate with designers\, what the partnership looks like in practice\, and how that relationship evolves over a designer’s career. Open to designers\, creatives\, and those interested in becoming agents\, this is a chance to hear directly from experienced representatives and ask questions about the industry. \nThis session will be hosted by Trei Keep\, Associate at Casarotto Ramsay & Associates. \n\nHow to book:  \nBookings open at 12pm on Monday 19 October. \nTo find out how to book\, sign up to the TheatreCraft 2026 mailing list using the ‘Stay up to date’ pop-up in the bottom-left corner of this page. \nSubscribers will receive booking information and instructions on Friday 16 October\, followed by the link to book when bookings open at 12pm on Monday 19 October. \nAlready signed up? You don’t need to do anything – we’ll email you everything you need to know. \n\nIn-Person Waiting List:  \nIf you aren’t able to book a place in advance\, you can join the ‘on the day’ waiting list at the workshop venue. This is for any places that become available due to last-minute cancellations or no-shows. \nSimply come to the specified venue and a volunteer will direct you to the waiting list queue. Places will be offered on a first-come\, first-served basis\, and joining the waiting list does not guarantee entry.
URL:https://www.theatrecraft.org/event/being-a-creatives-agent/
LOCATION:Binkie’s Circle Bar\, The Gielgud Theatre\, London\, W1D 6LA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Administration,Starting Out,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261106T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261106T141500
DTSTAMP:20261013T140156Z
CREATED:20261009T100439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T140156Z
UID:19797-1793971800-1793974500@www.theatrecraft.org
SUMMARY:Routes to a Career in Lighting
DESCRIPTION:Workshop Information: \nStuart Porter from White Light (a d&b solutions company) and Vic Payne\, Head of Lighting at Glyndebourne\, will talk about the many different Careers in lighting\, what they are\, and the differences between each role. Stuart and Vic have worked in Theatre Lighting in many different roles over many years. They will discuss how each role contributes to the Lighting of a production and how the lighting team creates bespoke Lighting for every show. \nThis session will be hosted by Stuart Porter and Vic Payne. \n\nHow to book:  \nBookings open at 12pm on Monday 19 October. \nTo find out how to book\, sign up to the TheatreCraft 2026 mailing list using the ‘Stay up to date’ pop-up in the bottom-left corner of this page. \nSubscribers will receive booking information and instructions on Friday 16 October\, followed by the link to book when bookings open at 12pm on Monday 19 October. \nAlready signed up? You don’t need to do anything – we’ll email you everything you need to know. \n\nIn-Person Waiting List:  \nIf you aren’t able to book a place in advance\, you can join the ‘on the day’ waiting list at the workshop venue. This is for any places that become available due to last-minute cancellations or no-shows. \nSimply come to the specified venue and a volunteer will direct you to the waiting list queue. Places will be offered on a first-come\, first-served basis\, and joining the waiting list does not guarantee entry.
URL:https://www.theatrecraft.org/event/routes-to-a-career-in-lighting/
LOCATION:Bar\, @sohoplace\, 4 Soho Pl\, Charing Cross Rd\, London\, W1D 3BG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Lighting,Starting Out,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261106T134500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261106T143000
DTSTAMP:20261014T125152Z
CREATED:20261007T160309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261014T125152Z
UID:19711-1793972700-1793975400@www.theatrecraft.org
SUMMARY:Introduction into the World of Wigs and Wardrobe: Oliver!
DESCRIPTION:Workshop Information: \nMeet the wardrobe and wigs team from hit productions ‘Hamilton’ and ‘Oliver!’. Join the team for a demonstration where they will give you an insight into everything from buttons to bouffants.  \nThis session will be hosted by Liv Burton (Head of Wigs\, Hair\, and Make Up) & Johnny Ovenden (Wardrobe Assistant) \n\nHow to book:  \nBookings open at 12pm on Monday 19 October. \nTo find out how to book\, sign up to the TheatreCraft 2026 mailing list using the ‘Stay up to date’ pop-up in the bottom-left corner of this page. \nSubscribers will receive booking information and instructions on Friday 16 October\, followed by the link to book when bookings open at 12pm on Monday 19 October. \nAlready signed up? You don’t need to do anything – we’ll email you everything you need to know. \n\nIn-Person Waiting List:  \nIf you aren’t able to book a place in advance\, you can join the ‘on the day’ waiting list at the workshop venue. This is for any places that become available due to last-minute cancellations or no-shows. \nSimply come to the specified venue and a volunteer will direct you to the waiting list queue. Places will be offered on a first-come\, first-served basis\, and joining the waiting list does not guarantee entry.
URL:https://www.theatrecraft.org/event/introduction-into-the-world-of-wigs-and-wardrobe-hamilton-oliver/
LOCATION:Sprague Terrace\, The Gielgud Theatre\, Shaftesbury Ave\, London\, W1D 6AR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Costume,Starting Out,Wardrobe,Wigs & Makeup,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261106T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261106T160000
DTSTAMP:20261013T111053Z
CREATED:20261012T130244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T111053Z
UID:19932-1793973600-1793980800@www.theatrecraft.org
SUMMARY:An Introduction to Stage Management on the Set of Oh\, Mary
DESCRIPTION:Workshop Information: \nJoin the Stage Management team of Oh\, Mary! to call a short sequence from the play and learn about on-stage scene changes in blackout conditions. \nThis session will be hosted by Wyn Williams\, Deputy Stage Manager of Oh\, Mary!. \n\nHow to book:  \nBookings open at 12pm on Monday 19 October. \nTo find out how to book\, sign up to the TheatreCraft 2026 mailing list using the ‘Stay up to date’ pop-up in the bottom-left corner of this page. \nSubscribers will receive booking information and instructions on Friday 16 October\, followed by the link to book when bookings open at 12pm on Monday 19 October. \nAlready signed up? You don’t need to do anything – we’ll email you everything you need to know. \n\nIn-Person Waiting List:  \nIf you aren’t able to book a place in advance\, you can join the ‘on the day’ waiting list at the workshop venue. This is for any places that become available due to last-minute cancellations or no-shows. \nSimply come to the specified venue and a volunteer will direct you to the waiting list queue. Places will be offered on a first-come\, first-served basis\, and joining the waiting list does not guarantee entry.
URL:https://www.theatrecraft.org/event/an-introduction-to-stage-management-on-the-set-of-oh-mary/
LOCATION:Trafalgar Theatre\, 14 Whitehall\, London\, SW1A 2DY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Stage Management,Starting Out,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261106T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261106T151500
DTSTAMP:20261013T142310Z
CREATED:20261008T104047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T142310Z
UID:19753-1793975400-1793978100@www.theatrecraft.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Propping and Show Calling (ASM & DSM)
DESCRIPTION:Workshop Information: \nThis introductory workshop covers the fundamentals of prop making\, prop management\, and show cueing\, offering an accessible entry point into Backstage work. \nThis session will be hosted by Emily Bull\, Senior Stage Management Tutor at Mountview \n\nHow to book:  \nBookings open at 12pm on Monday 19 October. \nTo find out how to book\, sign up to the TheatreCraft 2026 mailing list using the ‘Stay up to date’ pop-up in the bottom-left corner of this page. \nSubscribers will receive booking information and instructions on Friday 16 October\, followed by the link to book when bookings open at 12pm on Monday 19 October. \nAlready signed up? You don’t need to do anything – we’ll email you everything you need to know. \n\nIn-Person Waiting List:  \nIf you aren’t able to book a place in advance\, you can join the ‘on the day’ waiting list at the workshop venue. This is for any places that become available due to last-minute cancellations or no-shows. \nSimply come to the specified venue and a volunteer will direct you to the waiting list queue. Places will be offered on a first-come\, first-served basis\, and joining the waiting list does not guarantee entry.
URL:https://www.theatrecraft.org/event/introduction-to-propping-and-show-calling-asm-dsm/
LOCATION:Binkie’s Circle Bar\, The Gielgud Theatre\, London\, W1D 6LA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Stage Management,Starting Out,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261106T144500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261106T153000
DTSTAMP:20261014T153948Z
CREATED:20261014T101538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261014T153948Z
UID:19984-1793976300-1793979000@www.theatrecraft.org
SUMMARY:Meet the Producers
DESCRIPTION:Workshop Information: \nGo behind the scenes with leading West End and Broadway theatre producer\, Sonia Friedman Productions. Learn how the Production\, Marketing\, Sales\, Development\, Finance\, Business Affairs and Administration teams bring large-scale shows like Paddington and Stranger Things\, and limited runs like 1536 and The Lives of Others to the stage.\nThis session will be hosted by the team at Sonia Friedman Productions. \n\nHow to book:  \nBookings open at 12pm on Monday 19 October. \nTo find out how to book\, sign up to the TheatreCraft 2026 mailing list using the ‘Stay up to date’ pop-up in the bottom-left corner of this page. \nSubscribers will receive booking information and instructions on Friday 16 October\, followed by the link to book when bookings open at 12pm on Monday 19 October. \nAlready signed up? You don’t need to do anything – we’ll email you everything you need to know. \n\nIn-Person Waiting List:  \nIf you aren’t able to book a place in advance\, you can join the ‘on the day’ waiting list at the workshop venue. This is for any places that become available due to last-minute cancellations or no-shows. \nSimply come to the specified venue and a volunteer will direct you to the waiting list queue. Places will be offered on a first-come\, first-served basis\, and joining the waiting list does not guarantee entry.
URL:https://www.theatrecraft.org/event/meet-the-producers/
LOCATION:Sprague Terrace\, The Gielgud Theatre\, Shaftesbury Ave\, London\, W1D 6AR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Administration,Producing,Starting Out,Workshop
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