Stage Management & Theatre Production Apprenticeship (18-25 yrs)

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Production: As You Like It (outdoor summer tour of London parks & community spaces, 2025)

Company: East London Shakespeare Festival 

Website: www.elsf.uk

Fee: £1,676.10 (based on Apprentice London Living Wage)
Location: London-based rehearsals + touring to outdoor venues

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We’re offering an exciting apprenticeship opportunity for someone eager to gain hands-on experience in stage management, production, front-of-house, and company management within a professional outdoor touring theatre production of As You Like It. This role is designed for someone at the beginning of their career, providing invaluable on-the-ground training and mentorship.

About the Role

As our Apprentice Stage Manager, FOH & Company Manager, you’ll work closely with the producer, creative team, and cast to:

• Assist Stage Manager: stage management tasks during rehearsals and performances, including supporting with get-ins, get-outs, and prop/costume management.

• Support and assist the Producers acting as a liaison between the company, venues, and production team while on tour

• Assist with Front of House (FOH) duties on performance days, ensuring a welcoming audience experience and assisting with pre-show activities.

• Help tech setup (e.g. PA system, lights) and assist with packing down the set after each show.

This is a practical, hands-on role where you’ll learn about the mechanics of small-scale outdoor touring theatre, gaining a comprehensive understanding of theatre production. 

What We’re Looking For

• Enthusiasm, reliability, and a can-do attitude.

• A genuine interest in stage management, producing, and/or company management.

• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions.

• Strong organisational and communication skills.

• Willingness to get involved in all aspects of the production.

• (Bonus but not essential) A valid driver’s license and confidence driving a small van.

What You’ll Gain

• Practical, hands-on experience or accredited training in stage management, FOH coordination, and company management.

• Mentorship and training from the production and stage management team to support your career development.

• Insight into the logistics of touring theatre, including get-ins, get-outs, and company coordination.

• A clear understanding of the practical skills required for future professional work in theatre.

Fee & Hours (see dates below)

• Fee: £1,676.10 (based on Apprentice London Living Wage for the full contract).

• You’ll work approximately 25 hours per week across rehearsals, performances, and tour days.

• Any additional driving hours (if applicable) will be paid separately at £13.85 p/hr.

 

How to Apply

To apply, please send your CV and a short cover letter (no more than one page) explaining why you're interested in this apprenticeship to info@elsf.uk

Please include in the subject line: Stage Management & Theatre Production Apprenticeship

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We actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. If you have any access needs or require adjustments for your application, please let us know. 

Engagement Dates

REHEARSALS:
Thu 15, Fri 16th May
Mon 19 May-05 June: Rehearsals (Sunday's off, you will not be required for all rehearsals)
Venues: Centre17 & outdoors at Higham Hill Hub (Higham Hill Park, E17, Walthamstow)

Tour (required):
6th-8th June Higham Hill Hub, E17
12th-13th June 20th-21st June Hoxton Community Gardens, N1 (on Hoxton Market)

14th-15th June July Highams Park, IG8
19th-22nd June Lloyd Park, E17
26th-27th June Central Park, E6
28th June Alexandra Park, N22

29th June Riverside East Stratford, E20
4th July Springfield Park, E5

5th-6th July Wanstead Park, E11
10th-11th July Gunnersbry Park, W3
12th-13th July Crystal Palace Park, SE19
17th-20th July Clissold Park, N16

23rd-24th July Lauderdale House, N6
25th July Valentines Park, IG1
26th-27th July Royal Observatory Greenwich, SE10
31st July Charterhouse Square EC1M

1st Aug Langthorne Park, E11

2nd Aug Leyton Jubilee Park, E10

3rd Aug Big Penny Social, E17
19-Aug TBC All Points East, Victoria Park, E3