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Performing Arts in United Kingdom
A register of firms and the professionals working at them in the Performing Arts sector based in United Kingdom. Browse the public index, then filter or export on Kipplo.
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Stagecoach Performing Arts
Stagecoach Performing Arts was founded in 1988 and continues to grow as the UK’s largest network of extra-curricular performing arts schools for children, with over students enrolled in our weekly classes. One of the first extra-curricular children’s performing arts schools in the UK, we aim to inspire our students, making a difference in their lives by teaching Creative Courage For Life®. With 350 franchises and 3,500 teachers worldwide, Stagecoach operates over schools and classes and has a presence in countries including Canada, Germany, Malta, Spain, Gibraltar and Australia. Notable alumni are Emma Watson, Jamie Bell, Eleanor Tomlinson, Tuppence Middleton, Tom Fletcher, Dani Harmer, Josh Cuthbert, Danny Mac and Charlotte Jaconelli. For more information visit the website
51 to 200 staff
The Royal Central School Of Speech And Drama
The Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, a specialist conservatoire within the University of London, nurtures artists and performers that will lead the way in radically changing communities and global networks. We offer undergraduate, postgraduate, research degrees, and short courses in acting, actor training, applied theatre, theatre crafts and making, design, drama therapy, movement, musical theatre, performance, producing, puppetry, research, scenography, stage management, teacher training, technical arts, voice, and writing. Our special strength, unique in the sector, lies in a combination of first-rate practical training and production, with a highly ranked programme of research - research aimed at the cutting edge of new performance practice. Royal Central undoubtedly has the largest and most diverse faculty of specialist, expert staff and the broadest portfolio of drama, theatre and performance-related programmes in Europe.
201 to 500 staff
Welsh National Opera Cenedlaethol Cymru
Welsh National Opera transforms lives through the power of opera. We are passionate about opera and want to share this passion with as many people as possible. We do this with award winning performances of fully staged opera and concerts which combine a sense of adventure with the highest possible quality. We keep our performances accessible through affordable ticket prices. Beyond the theatre we connect with people through our community and education work and digital projects- Mae Opera Cenedlaethol Cymru yn trawsnewid bywydau drwy rym opera. Rydym yn angerddol am opera ac eisiau rhannu'r angerdd hwn gyda chynifer o bobl â phosibl. Rydym yn gwneud hyn gyda pherfformiadau arobryn o opera wedi'i llwyfannu'n llawn a chyngherddau sy'n cyfuno ymdeimlad o antur â'r ansawdd uchaf posibl. Rydym yn cadw ein perfformiadau'n hygyrch drwy brisiau tocynnau fforddiadwy. Y tu hwnt i'r theatr rydym yn cysylltu â phobl drwy ein gwaith cymunedol ac addysg a phrosiectau digidol.
201 to 500 staff
Young Vic
Shaking theatre up since 1970 Home to Taking Part and Creators Program Registered charity
51 to 200 staff
Bush Theatre
The Bush is a world-famous home for new plays and an internationally renowned champion of playwrights. We discover, nurture and produce the best new playwrights from the widest range of backgrounds, and present their work to the highest possible standards. We look for exciting new voices that tell contemporary stories with wit, style and passion and we champion work that is both provocative and entertaining. The Bush has produced hundreds of groundbreaking premieres since its inception in 1972, many of them Bush commissions, and hosted guest productions by leading companies and artists from across the world. The Bush is widely acclaimed as the seedbed for the best new playwrights, many of whom have gone on to become established names. We also champion the introduction of new talent to the industry, whilst continuing to attract major acting and directing talents. The Bush has won over 100 awards, and developed an enviable reputation for touring its acclaimed productions nationally and internationally.
11 to 50 staff
Company Of Others
Company of Others is a dance theatre company based in the North East of England, led by Artistic Director and Choreographer Nadia Iftkhar. We collaborate with people who have experience of being ‘othered’ by the society we live in, to co-create dance theatre experiences which highlight and share stories of the human experience through their lens. Artistry, Equity & Integrity are our values.
11 to 50 staff
Danceeast
DanceEast is based at the Jerwood DanceHouse in Ipswich, its vision is to realise the power of dance to transform lives and transcend cultural borders. Operating at the vanguard of dance practice, DanceEast delivers a range of activities, including extraordinary dance performances, life-affirming participatory opportunities and creating a world-class environment for artists at all stages of their careers. DanceEast’s professional artistic programme seamlessly integrates with its learning and participation activities - addressing the artistic, educational, social, and recreational needs of artists and audiences, recognising the role dance plays in the local and national ecology. DanceEast is a registered charity, funded by Arts Council England, Suffolk County Council, Ipswich Borough Council, and donations from individuals, businesses, trusts and foundations. Photo credit of header image: Camilla Greenwell, James Cousins Company, In Search of Sanctuary
11 to 50 staff
Diddi Dance
At diddi dance we enhance children's endless energy and enthusiasm through funky, full of fun dance sessions that build confidence, co-ordination and creativity. diddi dance classes are designed to engage and inspire children's own creativity by using action songs, dancing games, fun exercises and props to our own original, funky songs. We are here to nurture their natural love of movement in a structured yet relaxed class. diddi dance classes change themes every half term exploring different dance styles catering to all tastes. Classes follow a structured plan yet are taught in a relaxed environment where children can learn at their own pace as their confidence builds. Our parties offer fantastic, fun and affordable entertainment, which will ensure your party is the talk of the tots. Our sessions are totally interactive, there's no sitting watching a show; it gets all the children up dancing, grooving and boogying to our funky tunes. Our Nursery & School programme has been designed to complement and enhance the EYFS and has been successfully used in Nurseries and Surestart Centres since it’s development ten years ago. It is suitable for children ranging from Nursery to Reception age and has recently been a part of many after school programmes. Children up to the age of 5 years still want the chance to develop their skills, become more bodily aware and gain confidence moving on their own – so why not have diddi dance become part of your setting today. The diddi dance Franchise Package offers a rewarding work/life balance that fits around your life & family. Whether you’re a parent/ex-dancer/ex-business employee, the franchise can suit anyone. The success of the lesson plans & available revenue streams offer great reward and the financial returns are high for low set up costs. Join our mission to get children moving and be in business for yourself not by yourself!
11 to 50 staff
Edinburgh Festival Fringe Society
The Edinburgh Festival Fringe is the greatest platform for creative freedom in the world – no individual or committee decides what should and should not appear. Anything is possible. The Edinburgh Festival Fringe Society was founded by artists to nurture and uphold the Fringe's values of inclusivity, experimentation and imagination. We exist to support, encourage and inspire artists from all backgrounds, provide information and assistance to audiences, and promote the Fringe and what it stands for all over the world. Every year, the international arts community comes together for the Fringe to perform, share ideas and make connections. It is the world’s foremost performing arts market where careers are made, and new and innovative work discovered. Fringe audiences are encouraged to take risks and try something new. The Fringe is a place to discover hidden gems, new genres, unusual spaces and the next big thing. The Fringe was one of the 20th century’s greatest innovations, a precursor to social media in providing a platform for anyone who wanted their voice to be heard. The Fringe continues to grow and evolve, embracing new technologies, audiences and ideas.
11 to 50 staff
English Folk Dance And Song Society
Follow EFDSS for - updates on educational opportunities and initiatives - professional development news for folk artists and educators - jobs at Cecil Sharp House The English Folk Dance and Song Society (EFDSS) is a vibrant arts organisation working locally, nationally and internationally. Founded in 1932 as the national development agency for the folk arts, EFDSS promotes learning and participation, performance, artists’ development and advocacy. EFDSS manages the acclaimed National Youth Folk Ensemble; works with schools, colleges, community groups and cultural organisations across England; and runs classes, courses, projects and events for most ages and levels of experience. EFDSS is custodian of the Vaughan Williams Memorial Library (VWML), England’s national folk music and dance archive, an essential resource for anybody interested in the folk arts. EFDSS owns and manages Cecil Sharp House, a world-class dedicated folk arts centre in London. efdss.org | cecilsharphouse.org | vwml.org
11 to 50 staff
Hijinx Theatre
Creating outstanding performances with learning disabled and/or autistic artists on stage and on screen, for Wales and for the world.
11 to 50 staff
Kings Theatre
The Kings Theatre is an 1907 Edwardian Matcham theatre that provides a diverse entertainment programme supported by dynamic learning and community engagement activity within our existing restored and enhanced Grade II* theatre and adjacent buildings. Twitter: https://twitter.com/KingsTheatre Facebook: Instagram:
51 to 200 staff
Live Theatre
Live Theatre has an international reputation as a new writing theatre. As well as producing and presenting new plays, it seeks out and nurtures creative talent. A high proportion of Live Theatre’s work regularly tours to other venues across the UK and internationally, including to Broadway, London’s West End, Melbourne, Galway and Brighton Festivals, and the Festival of Art and Ideas, Connecticut. Our Ladies of Perpetual Succour, written by Lee Hall, and co-produced with National Theatre of Scotland won an Olivier Award for Best New Comedy and has just completed a West End run. Live Theatre’s work with young people was recognised with an Outstanding Contribution Award at the North East Youth Work Awards and awarded Investors in Children status for its child-led approach. It has the largest free drama education and participation programme in the region. Located on Newcastle's Quayside, Live Theatre is based in a carefully restored complex of five Grade II listed buildings, which combine state-of-the-art facilities in a unique historical setting. Live Theatre draws on a broad portfolio of income streams and is recognised as a national leader in developing new strategies for increasing income and assets. These include The Schoolhouse, a hub for creative businesses, Live Garden, a beautiful outdoor performance space, Live Tales, a centre for children and young people’s creative writing, and Live Works, a commercial office building which has won architectural awards from RIBA and the Civic Trust. Live Theatre receives a percentage of the income from award-winning gastro pub The Broad Chare and from Head of Steam, Quayside. Live Theatre is funded by Arts Council England as a National Portfolio Organisation, and receives financial support from Newcastle City Council through the Newcastle Culture Investment Fund managed by the Community Foundation, and from other trusts and foundations, corporate partners and Friends. For more information see
11 to 50 staff
Matthew Bourne's New Adventures
New Adventures is an iconic and ground-breaking British dance-theatre company, famous for telling stories with a unique theatrical twist. We create world-class productions and engaging projects, reaching thousands worldwide. For over 30 years Matthew Bourne and New Adventures have delighted, inspired and nurtured people of all ages: audiences, artists and the next generation.
51 to 200 staff
Mercury Theatre
The Mercury Theatre Colchester is the most active producing theatre in the East of England, and is a vital centre of excellence in the East’s growing creative economy. We exist to put theatre at the heart of the cultural life of the community we serve and to make work in Colchester that reaches audiences and generates critical attention regionally and nationally. Rooted in our local community the theatre touches over people in Colchester and the surrounding area each year through the vibrant and broad programme we stage across two auditoria, and through community education partnerships. Under the Made in Colchester brand, the Mercury creates theatre which reaches audiences and generates critical attention regionally and nationally. The Mercury is a champion of regional arts, both as an active co-producer with other venues and companies and also touring our own productions to audiences across the UK.
51 to 200 staff
National Theatre
The National Theatre makes theatre that entertains and inspires using its creativity, expertise and unique reach. We tell big stories in bold ways, offering the widest access to high quality theatre to millions of audience members across the UK and around the world – on our own stages, on tour, in schools, on cinema screens and streaming at home. We bring the world to the National Theatre and take the National Theatre to the world through reimagined classic stories meeting fresh, contemporary voices. As part of our mission to celebrate and platform bold voices in British theatre, the National Theatre proudly hosts a dynamic group of Resident Companies, offering a platform for collaboration, growth, and innovation. Through touring our work to local theatres, schools and through our nationwide education and community programmes, we are active in every local authority in the UK. We invest in talent and innovation on stage and off, taking seriously our role as the nation’s theatre. We work with hundreds of schools and communities across the UK to fire imagination and inspire creativity. The National Theatre Skills Centre supports thousands of young people every year to develop skills and pathways for careers in theatre
1001 to 5000 staff
Orange Tree Theatre
The Orange Tree (OT) is an award-winning, independent theatre. Recognised as a powerhouse that creates high-quality productions of new and rediscovered plays, we entertain people across the UK every year. The OT’s home in Richmond, South West London, is an intimate theatre with the audience seated all around the stage: watching a performance here is truly a unique experience. We believe in the power of dramatic stories to entertain, thrill and challenge us; plays that enrich our lives by enhancing our understanding of ourselves and each other. As a registered charity (266128) sitting at the heart of its community, we work with people in Richmond and beyond through participatory theatre projects for people of all ages and abilities. The Orange Tree Theatre’s mission is to enable audiences to experience the next generation of theatre talent, experiment with ground-breaking new drama and explore the plays from the past that inspire the theatre-makers of the present. To find out how you can help us to do that you can visit orangetreetheatre.co.uk/discover
11 to 50 staff
Theatre By The Lake
Theatre By The Lake is a company based out of Lakeside Lake Road, Keswick, Cumbria, United Kingdom.
51 to 200 staff
Wac Arts
A charity that has been driven by the needs of young people and the community. Wac Arts lifts generation after generation of young people, empowering them with the life skills that only the arts can offer. We have a commitment to those who face barriers to opportunity, using the infinite power of the arts to unleash the extraordinary potential of young people. “Wac Arts means an expanded life. A better life. A chance to open up with likeminded people and grow as a person. That’s what I felt in the eleven years I’ve been here” John Gaine, Senior Wac Arts student and Wac Arts Ambassasor Wac Arts offers fully inclusive programmes that celebrate diversity, with classes significantly subsidised to make them accessible to all young people aged 4-30. Providing weekend, evening and holiday programmes as well as a unique full time professional training course and a vibrant disability and inclusion programme, Wac Arts is rock solid in support of empowering young people to change their worlds through the arts. Wac Arts is based in the Old Town Hall, Belsize Park, in the borough of Camden, North London. Wac Arts is a creative hub where young people build confidence, artists connect, and other arts and cultural organisations thrive. Sharing our home with a variety of Building Partners allows for boundless collaboration, creativity and opportunity for our young people and the community. Our home reflects the diversity of our world and celebrates our heritage of performance and participation. Our community is bound by people who will stop at nothing to inspire young people through lifelong learning and the arts.
51 to 200 staff
Akademi
Akademi is the UK's leading producer of South Asian dance, capturing imaginations through inspiring storytelling and unique spectacle. Creating vital talent pathways for the next generation of dance artists, Akademi also takes dance to the heart of the community, offering life-affirming experiences for those who are disadvantaged, disengaged or isolated.
1 to 10 staff
Brighton Dome & Brighton Festival
Our mission is to inspire and enable artists to be their most creative and to champion the power of the arts to enrich and change lives. We believe in the transformative power of the arts and that they can provide a catalyst for social change for good. As custodians of the Grade I and Grade II listed Brighton Dome, which is part of the iconic Royal Pavilion Estate, we present a rich and varied programme spanning music, theatre, dance, comedy, literature, spoken word, visual arts, film, digital, community and participatory events. Our magnificent building, Brighton Dome, has been standing for over 200 years - a beacon for the community. Starting as a riding stable for Prince Regent and transforming into many guises thereafter from a place of protest and solidarity for Suffragettes to temporary hospital in WWI, a refuge for wartime dance in World War II and even a roller-skating venue. Brighton Dome is an extraordinary space in which to bring the arts alive. We produce Brighton Festival, the largest curated annual arts festival in England. Renowned for its pioneering spirit and experimental reputation since 1967, Brighton Festival has become one of the city’s most enduring symbols of inventiveness. Since 2009 we have welcomed a major cultural figure to guest curate and enhance the prestige of the artistic programme. Anish Kapoor, Brian Eno, Vanessa Redgrave, Michael Rosen, Hofesh Shechter, Ali Smith, Laurie Anderson, Kate Tempest, David Shrigley and Lemn Sissay have contributed significantly to our innovative programming as Guest Director. A hub for artists across the region, we commission and support both emerging and established artists and companies, enabling them to develop, take risks and deliver work of the highest quality. The third part of our arts portfolio is a strong music education service that teaches over 4k children and young people music across East and West Sussex. brightfestival.org brightondome.org
51 to 200 staff
Chichester Festival Theatre
Chichester Festival Theatre is one of the UK’s flagship theatres, renowned for the exceptionally high standard of its productions as well as its work with the community and young people. Situated in a cathedral city in West Sussex between the South Downs and the sea, the Festival Theatre’s bold thrust stage design makes it one of England’s most striking playhouses; a studio theatre, the Minerva Theatre, sits nearby. The annual summer Festival season runs from April to November, during which productions originated at Chichester reach an audience of over Year-round programming continues through the winter with the Theatre presenting high-class touring productions, as well as a traditional Christmas show mounted by the renowned Chichester Festival Youth Theatre. Rooted firmly in its community, the Theatre runs a Learning, Education and Participation (LEAP) programme that is a beacon of excellence and inspiration to its local audience, as well as being home to one of the country’s largest youth theatres with over 800 members. Recent productions which have since transferred to London include the musical Caroline, Or Change, Ian Mckellen in King Lear and Quiz, a new play by James Graham. Since 2014 we have won 37 awards across performance, design, architecture & heritage categories including the Olivier Awards, UK Theatre Awards & International Architecture Awards – as well as accessibility, tourism, community and 70 other nominations or commendations. Chairman - Mark Foster Artistic Director - Justin Audibert Executive Director - Kathy Bourne
51 to 200 staff
Chickenshed Theatre
Chickenshed is an inclusive theatre company that uses performing arts to celebrate diversity and inspire social change. We believe in the absolute insistence on inclusivity so that everyone, regardless of their age, background or ability, has the opportunity to flourish. Through our performance, outreach projects, education courses and membership programmes, we connect with over young people every year.
51 to 200 staff
Curve Theatre
Curve is a spectacular state-of-the-art theatre based in the heart of Leicester’s vibrant Cultural Quarter. Opened in 2008 by Her Majesty The Queen, our award-winning building, designed by acclaimed architect Rafael Viñoly, offers a completely unique visitor experience. Unlike any other theatre in the UK, we have no traditional backstage area. Audiences can enjoy the full theatre making process, peek behind the scenes and maybe even spot an actor or two dashing from the stage to their dressing room or enjoying a coffee in our Café. Our curved façade is made from 1,192 tonnes of steel and of glass. Managed by Leicester Theatre Trust, Curve is a registered charity providing engaging world- class theatrical experiences for our local communities. We enable people of all ages and backgrounds to access, participate in and learn from the arts, nurturing new and emerging talent.
51 to 200 staff
