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An image showing 17 young people taking part in the Young Rep's 2022 work experience week. They are standing in front of 6 paintings and are holding a 'Young Rep' sign.

Work Experience

Applications are now open for students wanting to take part in the 2025 Work Experience programme at The Rep, which will run from Mon 16 – Fri 20 Jun.

Our week long work experience is aimed at supporting Year 9, 10 and 11’s who are considering a career in the Arts and want to have a better understanding of what working in a theatre might be like.

I am not normally talkative but somehow I found myself ACTING and [the facilitator] believed in me, I somehow found a way to do it louder than I expected. [I learnt] The behind the scenes of working in theatre and the process on how we get such amazing performances.”
Previous Work Experience participant

Past Productions

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Two young actors sit on the floor, one actor offers a box of tissues to the other actor who seems to be upset.
Two young actors sit at a table, they appear to be arguing as one person is pointing at the other.
Three young actors sit together at a table, there is a laptop in the centre of the table. They are mid conversation.
Two participants stand on a dark stage, clapping their hands.

Directing, Lighting Design, Sound Design, Stage Management, and Acting by Previous Work Experience Participants.

The Work Experience Week will include:
  • Opportunities to meet theatre professionals, practitioners and creatives within the industry
  • Gain insight into how a successful producing theatre works behind the scenes
  • Experience the broad range of careers theatre has to offer
  • A performance opportunity in The Door, which will include onstage and back stage roles
How to apply

COMPLETE THE APPLICATION FORM

The deadline to apply is at 6pm on 21 Mar 2025.

We understand that schools generally have set dates for work experience, therefore where necessary, we advise you to approach your school about amending your work experience dates before applying. We will not be able to accommodate any alternative date requests.

If you have any queries regarding work experience, please email learning@birmingham-rep.co.uk

A small group of young people in silhouette look out into the House auditorium at the Rep.
Open Theatre

In partnership with The Rep, Open Theatre’s Work Experience Week in May 2025 is for young people in Years 11-13 with learning disabilities and/or autism, who enjoy drama and have an interest in working within the Arts.

Running from Mon 12 – Fri 16 May, young people will experience an introduction to different job roles in a regional theatre setting, as well as experiencing Open Theatre’s non-verbal physical theatre practice. They will also be supported to work towards achieving an Arts Award qualification. This is a brilliant opportunity to explore what it is like to work within the Arts sector and gain more understanding of future career pathways.

If you are interested in taking part, please email workexperience@opentheatre.co.uk to request an application form. The deadline for applications is Fri 14 Feb.