The Theatrical Guild

Making career dreams come true

Are you passionate and committed to a career in theatre?

The Theatrical Guild recognises the importance of training courses in career development and how, in certain circumstances, it can be a real struggle to find the additional money needed to pay the fees.

The Theatrical Guild has recently agreed to set aside a limited amount each year for up to three bursaries
to support the career development of Theatre professionals.

In order to be considered for Educational Sponsorship:

You must have worked for at least 3 consecutive years, currently or recently in theatre, in a non performance based job e.g. Front of House or Backstage;

You must have a realistic career plan demonstrating how you will use the skills/qualification of the course;

The course must be technical i.e. Stage Management, Lighting, Theatre or Costume Design etc., and not performance based i.e. acting, directing or writing.

The Theatrical Guild will contribute up to 50% of the cost of the course to a maximum of £1,000

Please note that applicants who choose not to complete the course will be required to refund the grant in full

Proof of completion of the course from the college will be required

To apply for sponsorship please send an up to date curriculum vitae with a covering letter, giving the full details of the course you wish to apply for and the funding needed to :

Educational Sponsorship
The Theatrical Guild
11 Garrick Street
London, WC2E 9AR

Successful Stage 1 applicants will be invited for an interview to discuss their application further.

Here are some words from someone the Guild has helped:

“The Theatrical Guild supported me and enabled me to develop my career in theatre design. Having worked in theatre wardrobe for twenty years, with a keen interest in theatre design and no previous training, I was accepted onto, and with TTG support able to complete, the Post Graduate Diploma in Theatre Design course at The Bristol Old Vic Theatre School. This has allowed me to pursue a whole new career as a Theatre Designer in an industry I feel passionate about. Without your support, this could not have been possible for me. Thank you all for making this happen”