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Image: Old Vic Backstage team working behind the scenes

Old Vic Backstage

Have you ever wanted to work backstage at The Old Vic?

Old Vic Backstage offers paid placements on an Old Vic production to six 18–25 year olds from backgrounds underrepresented in the arts.

Participants shadow an industry professional across 12 sessions and get hands-on experience across a range of disciplines such as:

  • Costume
  • Lighting
  • Production Management
  • Set
  • Sound
  • Stage Management

The project culminates with a networking event to help participants take the next steps in their careers.

I have learnt so much and definitely noticed a shift in confidence within myself, not just in relation to my role. Having support like this definitely does wonders.
Old Vic Backstage Participant 2022
Dates

Applications are currently closed. Sign up to our Take Part mailing list or email ovbackstage@oldvictheatre.com to be the first to hear when applications open.

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Eligibility
  • This programme has been set up to work with young people from the global majority, women, those from working class backgrounds, neuro-diverse people and disabled people
  • You must be aged 18–25
  • You must be interested in developing a career in your chosen discipline
  • This programme is for those at the start or early on in their careers. You must have had some prior experience, perhaps at school or a short course, but not undertaken formal training or a university degree in your chosen discipline
  • We are particularly keen to hear from people who have had limited or no access to arts opportunities in the past and are committed to identifying and resolving barriers which may ordinarily exclude young people from accessing theatre
Accessibility
  • We are committed to working with young people who have a disability or identify as neuro-diverse (e.g dyslexia, ADHD or autism) and will make necessary adjustments to help you get the most out of the project
  • If you have a different learning style we can also change the course content to suit you
  • If you require it, we can bring in additional staff support
  • The project will take place at an Old Vic venue with step free access
Previews Partner
Productions Partner
Reopening Partner
The Old Vic gratefully acknowledges support through the Culture Recovery Fund from Arts Council England
Principal Partner

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The Old Vic, The Cut,London SE1 8NB

Contact us

box.office@oldvictheatre.com 0344 871 7628

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