Opportunities Round Up
Central to our work at Good Chance is creating opportunities for displaced creatives to become an integral part of the UK theatre ecosystem, as well as amplifying opportunities that are open to all, and making connections for people in the industry.
Here is our live e-round up of opportunities for artists from around the world and across the whole creative spectrum!
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Development Co-ordinator - Oxford Playhouse
LINK www.oxfordplayhouse.com/jobs/development-co-ordinator
Application Deadline: Monday 11 May at midday
Location: Oxford
Oxford Playhouse is looking for a Development Co-ordinator to join their team to play a key role in managing our relationships with stakeholders and generating new donor channels to support the work of The Playhouse on and off the stage. As the Development Co-ordinator, you will support the Development Office and team by being responsible for the administration process, research, reporting, supporting donor communications, and liaising with internal departments to develop fundraising assets for print and digital communications.
Creative Learning Office (Adult Programme & Community) - The Royal Lyceum Edinburgh
LINK lyceum.org.uk/jobs/creative-learning-officer-adult-programme-community
Application Deadline: Wednesday 13 May at 11.30pm
Location: Edinburgh
The Creative Learning Officer (Adult Programme / Community) will be responsible for developing and delivering the Lyceum’s Adult and 60+ Creative Learning programme, ensuring it is inclusive, engaging and aligned with the organisation’s artistic vision and values. The postholder will support the development and delivery of community engagement activity, helping to build meaningful relationships with local communities and participants.
The role will also support the delivery of wider Creative Learning activity, including Lyceum Youth Theatre weekly sessions, holiday programmes, and engagement activity connected to mainstage productions. Through this work, the Creative Learning Officer will contribute positively to the development of an inspiring and high quality Creative Learning programme, and to the life of The Lyceum more widely.
Marketing & Communications Manager - Music Action
LINK www.musicaction.org/careers/
Application Deadline: Wednesday 13 May at 11.30pm
Location: Brighton, London, or Manchester-based
Multi-award winning organisation Music Action International design and deliver creative music programmes with refugees & safety-seekers to improve health & wellbeing and bring diverse communities together. They are looking for a passionate and empathetic communications professional to lead on their comms and marketing to develop, build and manage Music Action International’s public profile. They are looking for someone who understands how to co-create with people with lived experience to engage people with the work they do in the UK, Sierra Leone and Syria. People of refugee & global majority heritage encouraged to apply!
Young Producer Residency (18-25) - Marsm UK
LINK marsm.co.uk/projects/young-producers-residency/music-residency-description
Application Deadline: Sunday 17 May at 11.59pm
Location: UK-wide
Marsm UK is a leading promotor of music and culture from the Arabic-speaking world. Supported by Youth Music’s Industry Connect Fund, they are entering our third year of mentoring talented young people to bring their projects to life. This 9-month paid residency is designed for 18-25 year olds from a Global Majority Background looking to gain entry and insight into the music industry. This is a part-time residency with flexible working, and they accept candidates from all around the UK.
Company Stage Manager - ‘Lanny’ at Bristol Old Vic
LINKbristololdvic.org.uk/jobs/company-stage-manager-lanny
Application Deadline: Monday 18 May at 10am
Location: Bristol
Bristol Old Vic are looking for an experienced Company Stage Manager for Lanny, a new play directed by our Artistic Director Nancy Medina. You need previous experience as a Company Stage Manager to apply for this full time, fixed term role running from Wednesday 9th September to Tuesday 10th November 2026 (including prep and returns).
Assistant Director - ‘Bloodsport: After Helen of Troy’ at Stratford East
LINK www.stratfordeast.com/about-us/vacancies/#AD
Application Deadline: Monday 25 May at 10am
Location: London
Stratford East are looking for an Assistant Director for their production of Bloodsport: After Helen of Troy by Ava Pickett, directed by Lisa Spirling. Experience working on at least three professional productions (can be of any scale as a director, associate director, assistant director or similar) is essential. Rehearsals start 3rd August, with previews from 3rd September to 10th October close.
Heritage Project Manager - Liverpool Arab Arts Festival
LINK www.arabartsfestival.com/vacancy-heritage-project-manager/
Application Deadline: Tuesday 26 May at 11.59pm
Location: Liverpool, hybrid working between the LAAF office, home and outreach in local communities and event venues
Founded in 1998, Liverpool Arab Arts Festival (LAAF) is the UK’s longest-running annual festival dedicated to Arab arts and cultures. Marking the 25th festival edition, the Heritage Project Manager will work with Arab communities to explore Liverpool Arab Arts Festival’s (LAAF) history. The core responsibilities of this role include the overall management and administration of the project, coordination of freelance staff, and overseeing all monitoring and evaluation activities to ensure the project remains on track to meet agreed-upon outcomes. Crucially, the project manager will engage young volunteers, ensuring they are supported in developing the skills and confidence to take a meaningful role in collating oral histories and shaping an exciting programme of public exhibitions and events during the launch in July 2027.
Creative Exchange Workshop: The Multi-Hyphen - Longsight Art Space and Arab British Centre
LINK docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeIwjQlOUEKsAmj1ig86LHVlcsHN7ml4BORRF_4PessLGWsUw/viewform
Application Deadline: Tuesday 2 June at 11pm
Location: Manchester
"Are you a person with a connection to the Arab world* juggling working on your creative projects as well as your 9-5? Or maybe you have a creative idea but were never encouraged to study or pursue the arts professionally? If so, you could be one of Longsight Art Space’s multi-hyphens! Apply to jointhem on Saturday 20th June, 1pm - 5pm, at Longsight Art Space, for a day of meeting others and exploring how to build your creative career.
This event is part of the As We Are Network pilot, a new collaboration between The Arab British Centre and Longsight Art Space, developed following three years of experience from The Arab British Centre's UK-wide visual arts programme. Funded by The Freelands Foundation.
* Geographically defined by the 22 member states of the Arab League: Algeria, Bahrain, Comoros, Djibouti, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Mauritania, Morocco, Oman, Palestine, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Somalia, Sudan, Syria, Tunisia, United Arab Emirates, and Yemen."
Theatre Production Management Course - Elvtr
LINK uk.elvtr.com/course/theatre-production-management
Application Deadline: June
Location: Online
Daniel Palmer, Director of Production at English National Opera & the London Coliseum, is hosting a live online course on Theatre Production Management via Elvtr from 28 July to 3 September. Whether you’re a Deputy / Junior Production Manager, a PM looking to sharpen your skills or a Theatre Professional looking to understand more about the production lifecycle, this course is aimed to share real-world strategies, hard-earned lessons, and backstage insight you won’t find in a textbook.
Build detailed plans, stress-test creative ideas, manage budgets and timelines, and handle safety and logistics like it’s second nature. With practical, industry-driven training, you’ll be ready to lead productions, not just support them.
Casting Call - ‘Othello’ at Northern Stage
LINKnorthernstage.co.uk/othello-casting-call/
Application Deadline: ASAP
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne
Northern Stage are looking for actors from or based in the Northeast to audition for their upcoming production of OTHELLO, directed by Anthony Almeida. Casting is by Karishma Balani. They’re committed to local talent, so this opportunity is for those living in postcodes beginning NE, SR, DH, DL or TS. Dates and casting breakdown can be found via the link.
ROLLING DEADLINE / ONGOING
Join the UK-leading Refugees and Allies Choir - Citizens of the World Choir
LINK citizensoftheworldchoir.org/join-the-choir
NO deadline, rolling applications
Location: South-East London
In 2025, Citizens of the World Choir performed on the Pyramid Stage at Glastonbury Festival, helped open the Greenwich & Docklands International Festival and opened for Basement Jaxx at South Facing Festival. They’re looking for anyone with a strong singing background who identity as having lived experience of displacement or an ally of people who have been displaced. Formal training isn't essential, but tune-holding is necessary.
Volunteer as an OSH Leader on Residentials with People from Refugee Backgrounds - Our Second Home
LINK view the Volunteer pack
NO deadline, rolling applications
Location: London
Our Second Home (OSH) is a youth movement that empowers young refugees and migrants to flourish in the place they now call home. Every year, thousands of young people arrive in the UK full of potential. Through creativity, friendship, and shared experiences, OSH helps them build confidence and leadership. Their residential camps are the first step on that journey — a space to learn, laugh, and grow together.
Free theatre classes for Migrants, Refugees and Asylum Seekers - Legal Aliens Theatre
LINK www.legalalienstheatre.com/free-theatre-classes-for-migrants
NO deadline, rolling applications
Location: London
LegalAliens Theatre run unique, FREE theatre classes every Monday at 6.45pm in Tottenham Hale. The sessions are dedicated to migrants, refugees, asylum seekers and anyone with English as a second language, however they are always happy to welcome members of the local community who cannot access traditional acting classes. The sessions, all led by migrant artists from their team are an incredible opportunity to build friendships, express creatively and learn new skills.
Training, Work Experience and Mentoring - Breadwinners
LINK www.breadwinners.org.uk/jobs-and-volunteering (scroll to Risers and Breadwinners Programmes)
NO deadline, rolling applications
Location: Brighton / London
Breadwinners are an incredible organisation helping young asylum seekers (age 16-25) and refugees to get into work in the UK, with a big emphasis on mentorship and community.
FREE Short Courses for Artists on Applying Successfully - Artenda
LINK artenda.net/en/online-courses
Artenda have a series of short courses to help people write strong artist statements, produce impactful portfolios and make successful applications for art residencies and project grants. They're free (from what we can see!) and worth checking out if you're looking to pitch yourself for opportunities.
Poetry, Visual Art and Writing, Open Call for Submissions - Gaza’s Creative Allies
NO deadline, rolling applications
Gaza Verse is a publication that brings together works from creators around the world, to spread the work of those who stand in solidarity with Palestine and its people, as well as Palestinian creators from within Palestine and those displaced across the world. The next release will focus on the theme of art beyond borders and they're looking for pieces (poetry, visual art, articles or anything in between) to include.
If you have something you'd like to share, please send your submission, along with your name, social media handles and a brief description of your piece, to submissions.gca@gmail.com. Proceeds from the journal will go to poets within Gaza.
