At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a free two-week course in technical production for theatre and film.
- Company: Lyric Hammersmith Theatre and LAMDA, leaders in arts education.
- Benefits: Gain hands-on experience, network with industry pros, and enjoy a free theatre trip.
- Other info: Open to underrepresented groups; travel required within West London.
- Why this job: Create high-quality content and perform live, making your mark in the arts!
- Qualifications: Aged 16-21 and passionate about theatre or film production.
The Lyric Hammersmith Theatre and the London Academy of Music & Dramatic Art (LAMDA) are looking for young people aged 16-21 who live in West London to take part in Future Technicians, a free two week technical production course! Our cohort will gain insight into film and theatre production, working with industry professionals to create high-quality content and live performances. We are particularly interested in hearing from young people from the global majority, young people who are D/deaf and disabled, young people from low-income households (measured by access to Free School Meals in the last 6 years) and young people in care / care leavers as we recognise these groups are currently underrepresented in the technical production industries.
Week 1 You will be focusing on production for live theatre, designing and programming all creative lighting, sound, staging, and costuming elements for a scene performed by professional actors, culminating in you operating a live performance of this scene for friends and family.
Week 2 You will be focusing on virtual production, filming scenes with professional actors on LAMDA’s state of the art LED Volume, making creative and operational decisions in every step of the filming process. This culminates in a screening of short films for friends and family.
Requirements
- Be aged 16-21
- Must be able to travel to both the Lyric Hammersmith Theatre (W6 0QL) and LAMDA (W14 9DA) for a session
- Live anywhere in West London
- Applications will be prioritised for those who currently live in one of the following boroughs: Brent, Ealing, Hammersmith and Fulham, Harrow, Hillingdon, Hounslow, Kensington and Chelsea, Richmond Upon Thames, Wandsworth and Westminster
- Be able to commit to attending and completing the entire programme:
- Monday 27th July 10am – 4pm
- Tuesday 28th July 10am – 4pm
- Thursday 30th July 10am – 4pm
- Friday 31st July 10am – 4pm
- Tuesday 4th August 10:30am – 4pm, Tour of BBC Studios White City, followed by free Group Theatre Trip to Hamilton, West End
Future Technicians employer: Get Into Theatre
The Lyric Hammersmith Theatre and LAMDA offer an exceptional opportunity for young people in West London to kickstart their careers in technical production through the Future Technicians programme. Participants will benefit from hands-on experience, mentorship from industry professionals, and a supportive work culture that champions diversity and inclusion, particularly for underrepresented groups. This free course not only equips attendees with valuable skills but also fosters personal growth and creativity in a vibrant artistic environment.
