Book now for TheatreCraft 19
Want to work in theatre, but not as an actor? TheatreCraft is for you!
On 11 November 2019 TheatreCraft returns to the Royal Opera House for our annual careers event, which is open to anyone aged 16-30 and interested in a career in theatre …and the best part? It’s completely free to attend!
At TheatreCraft, you can:
Take part in Workshops and Talks with West End theatres led by top industry professionals – see below for details!
Explore a vibrant Marketplace packed with stalls and talk to leading UK theatres, companies and education providers.
Make connections and network with other young people starting their theatre careers.
Workshops
Gain insight into career options from those in the know!
Our workshops are a great way to gain insight into a range of
off-stage theatre careers, including:
- Stage Management
- Producing
- Sound
- Set Design
- Casting
- Props
- Directing
- Theatre Management
- Playwriting
- Make-up
- Costume
- Wigs
- Marketing & PR
- Lighting
- Prosthetics
- Dramaturgy & more!
Marketplace
Meet organisations from across the theatre industry
Each year, our vibrant Marketplace is packed full of leading theatre organisations.
Make sure you plan time in your day to check out the stalls and meet our fab exhibitors, and find out first-hand what this incredible industry has to offer.
Would you like to exhibit at TheatreCraft 19?
Click here to express your interest
Ambassadors
We are proud to have the support of wonderful Ambassadors every year
TheatreCraft are proud to have the support of our wonderful ambassadors each year.
Past Ambassadors include: Nica Burns, Michael Grandage, Lyn Gardner, Phyllida Lloyd, Jamie Lloyd and Vicki Featherstone. Pictured are our 2018 Ambassadors (left to right: Griselda Yorke , Tamara Harvey, Christopher Oram and Indhu Rubasingham)
Volunteer
Be part of making TheatreCraft 19 the best event yet
Becoming a volunteer for TheatreCraft is a great way of getting involved with the event - you will get the chance to experience some of the exclusive workshops taking place during the event, mix with industry professionals and work with the TheatreCraft team and partners.
About the Role
TheatreCraft volunteers will be a vital part of the event, assisting the TheatreCraft team to ensure the smooth running of the day.
Volunteer roles include:
– Event preparation & set up
– Interacting with and supporting the participants
– Attending sessions and monitoring attendance
– Controlling access to sessions
– Giving advice on areas to visit
– Helping participants navigate between venues
– Setting up & clearing spaces
– Administration & registration
– Any other tasks that pop up throughout the day – you’ll need to be on your toes!
Dates & Details:
Further dates and details will be announced shortly.
This is an ideal role for anyone with an active interest in theatre, in the non-performance areas. It doesn’t matter whether you are seeking a career in theatre or have already started out on one; we are looking for people who share an enthusiasm for the industry, especially in the areas covered at the event.
For more information or to express your interest, please email: eventcoordinator@theatrecraft.org
