At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a community pantomime project and mentor participants in performance skills.
- Company: Join The Wallich for an exciting Christmas theatre collaboration.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience, build your network, and make a positive impact.
- Other info: Flexible role with opportunities for creativity and personal growth.
- Why this job: Be part of a fun, inclusive production that brings joy to the community.
- Qualifications: Experience in theatre and working with diverse community groups.
The predicted salary is between 15.3 - 18.7 £ per hour.
We are seeking two professional actors with experience performing in pantomime and facilitating community workshops to join an exciting community pantomime project in collaboration with The Wallich to be held at Porters.
This production will bring together community participants from homelessness charity The Wallich with a range of skill levels alongside two professional actors to create a fun, inclusive and high-quality performance as part of Cardiff's Christmas theatre programme.
- Role Description: Actor Facilitators (2 Positions)
- Perform key roles within the pantomime production
- Support the Director during rehearsals and workshops
- Facilitate skills development sessions for community cast members from The Wallich
• Mentor participants in performance techniques, including
- Acting and characterisation
- Voice and projection
- Movement and stagecraft
- Line learning techniques
- Confidence-building and ensemble performance
- Encourage participation and help create a positive, engaging rehearsal environment
- Role Requirements
- Proven experience in theatre performance
- Experience working with community groups or non-professional performers
- Enthusiastic and able to motivate participants
- Non-judgemental and able to work collaboratively, inclusively and compassionately with a range of personalities and skill levels
- Reliable, consistent and able to remain flexible around the changing needs of the participant group
• Contract Period
5 October-4 December
• Performance Dates
- Wednesday 2 and Thursday 3 December
- Key Dates
- Interviews/auditions
- Thursday 24 September
- Decision and offer made
- Friday 25 September
- Contract begins w/c Monday 5 October
- Performance Dates
- First week of December (TBC)
We welcome applications from individuals from diverse backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible production.
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Actor Facilitators for The Wallich Christmas Pantomime at Porters in Cardiff employer: Arts Company
The Wallich offers a unique opportunity for professional actors to engage in meaningful work that combines performance with community support. By joining our Christmas pantomime project at Porters, you will not only showcase your talent but also play a vital role in mentoring and uplifting participants from diverse backgrounds, fostering an inclusive and supportive environment. Our commitment to collaboration and personal growth ensures that every team member thrives while making a positive impact in the community.
