Youth Theatre Workshop Leader

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Characters Stage School is an independent Performing Arts school for children and young people ages 4-18 offering weekly classes in Bath, Bristol, and Trowbridge working towards two shows per year in fully equipped professional Theatre spaces.

Role Description

Workshop leaders required in all our locations.

Characters Stage School is expanding!

We’re seeking talented and enthusiastic Directors / Teachers to join our creative team and lead weekly musical theatre and drama classes for children and young people. This November, we celebrate 15 years of operating as an independent Stage School, engaging industry professionals to help find and develop the actors and stars of the future, in a fun and nurturing environment.

Roles available in Bath, Bristol and Trowbridge to lead:

Stage 1 — Little Characters (ages 4–6)

Creative, play-based musical theatre and drama sessions.

Performance-based classes developing confidence, teamwork and stage skills.

Stage 3 — Stage Company (ages 12–18)

Advanced classes with a focus on acting, musical theatre and new writing. We also invite interest from writers and directors developing new plays or creative projects suitable for this group — please include a short outline with your application.

Locations : Bath, Bristol and Trowbridge

Commitment

Weekly term-time sessions, working towards a full-scale production twice a year. Also, opportunities to direct seasonal productions and showcases and lead our popular holiday clubs, staging a play in a week!

Optional shadowing: Opportunities to observe or assist classes during winter 2025

Requirements

Enhanced DBS, previous relevant experience*, strong communication skills, and a genuine passion for developing young talent (* Those without experience but with relevant background may apply to assist.)

To apply

Please send your CV and a short covering email outlining your experience, availability and (for Stage 3 writers/directors) any project ideas to

Deadline for submissions

Friday November 14th. We will be shortlisting w/c Monday November 17th with interviews taking place that week and w/c Monday November 24th 2025.

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