Advice, contacts and resources for young people who want to work their way into theatre.
Currently there is no standard industry practice for getting into theatre, and no universally recognised qualification to help would-be creative professionals at the beginning of their career.
Getintotheatre.org has case studies, job descriptions, theatre listings, job opportunities and an expert panel. This is dedicated to helping young people explore a career in theatre.
Advice from theatre experts
"It's great! It's very informative - has everything you would ever need to know about getting a job in the theatre."
Submit a question to the website and a panel of industry experts are available to provide an answer.
- What's the best way to audition for drama school?
- Is it too late to become an actor?
- Do you need ballet training to study musical theatre?
Get involved in theatre
The website has listings of events, opportunities and theatres:
- Current opportunities – for jobs, work experience or volunteering opportunities
- What’s On – events training and workshops
- Glossary – explaining what words of ‘theatre-speak’ actually means
Theatre industry knowledge
"As a panel member it's great to be able to offer advice and guidance to other aspiring theatre practitioners."
Getintotheatre is part of the National Skills Academy’s commitment to providing industry-relevant advice, guidance and training to young people interested in getting into the creative sector.
The information is provided by people who know what they’re talking about. Many are from the National Skills Academy’s Board, or among the 230 Members that make up the Skills Academy’s Industry Network.
Try out the Skills Academy College course finder to find a course that suits you.
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