Freelance

Company Manager – Peter Pan 2026

Norwich Theatre are seeking a Company Manager to provide duties for the rehearsals, pre-production, performances of the Pantomime production. It will act as the on-the-ground contact for day-to-day operational matters with specific emphasis on key areas such as performer well-being, operational and personnel performance and press and PR activity.

Contract Type: Freelance, Fixed Term Monday 16th November 2026 – Sunday 3rd January 2027

Hours: As per Pantomime Schedules and requirements of Job Description

Fee: £1250 weekly fee, plus £150.88 Holiday pay per week.
Subsistence in line with 2026 UK Theatre rates and Travel will also be payable if successful applicants address is further that 25 miles of the venue.

Closing Date for applications: 8th July 2026

Interviews to take place week commencing 13th July 2026

For full details of the role including the person specification and schedule, please follow the “Apply here” link below. 

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Stage Manager – Peter Pan 2026

Norwich Theatre are looking for an experienced Stage Manager to manage rehearsals, pre-production, performances and stage management strike of our Pantomime production. This role will take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the rehearsal room and performances and will provide information for show reports. This role will supervise, oversee and support extra events such as filming, photo shoots, educational workshops, assisted performances, and any other contextual or publicity events as required, alongside the Creative team.

Contract Type: Freelance, Fixed Term Monday 16th November 2026 – Sunday 3rd January 2027

Hours: As per Pantomime Schedules and requirements of Job Description

Fee: £1142.26 weekly fee, plus £137.87 Holiday pay per week.
Subsistence in line with 2026 UK Theatre rates and Travel will also be payable if successful applicants address is further that 25 miles of the venue.

Closing Date for applications: 8th July 2026

Interviews to take place week commencing 13th July 2026

For full details of the role including the person specification and schedule, please follow the “Apply here” link below. 

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Deputy Stage Manager – Peter Pan 2026

Norwich Theatre are looking for an experienced Deputy Stage Manager to support the management of rehearsals, pre-production, performances and stage management strike of our Pantomime production. This role will attend in all rehearsals and compile the show book, including taking blocking, rehearsal notes, setting lists and running lists. The DSM is responsible for calling the production from the show book that you have compiled as part of the rehearsal process.  

Contract Type: Freelance, Fixed Term Monday 16th November 2026 – Sunday 3rd January 2027

Hours: As per Pantomime Schedules and requirements of Job Description

Fee: £992.86 weekly fee, plus £119.84 Holiday pay per week.
Subsistence in line with 2026 UK Theatre rates and Travel will also be payable if successful applicants address is further that 25 miles of the venue.

Closing Date for applications: 8th July 2026

Interviews to take place week commencing 13th July 2026

For full details of the role including the person specification and schedule, please follow the “Apply here” link below. 

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Assistant Stage Manager – Peter Pan 2026

Norwich Theatre are looking for a proactive Assistant Stage Manager to provide support for the rehearsals, pre-production, performances and stage management strike of the Pantomime production.

Contract Type: Freelance, Fixed Term Monday 16th November 2026 – Sunday 3rd January 2027

Hours: As per Pantomime Schedules and requirements of Job Description

Fee: £861.43 weekly fee, plus £103.97 Holiday pay per week.
Subsistence in line with 2026 UK Theatre rates and Travel will also be payable if successful applicants address is further that 25 miles of the venue.

Closing Date for applications: 8th July 2026

Interviews to take place week commencing 13th July 2026

For full details of the role including the person specification and schedule, please follow the “Apply here” link below. 

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Assistant Stage Manager (Book Cover) – Peter Pan 2026

Norwich Theatre are looking for a proactive Assistant Stage Manager to provide support for the rehearsals, pre-production, performances and stage management strike of the Pantomime production. This role will also include Book Cover.

Contract Type: Freelance, Fixed Term Monday 16th November 2026 – Sunday 3rd January 2027

Hours: As per Pantomime Schedules and requirements of Job Description

Fee: £884.29 weekly fee, plus £106.73 Holiday pay per week.
Subsistence in line with 2026 UK Theatre rates and Travel will also be payable if successful applicants address is further that 25 miles of the venue.

Closing Date for applications: 8th July 2026

Interviews to take place week commencing 13th July 2026

For full details of the role including the person specification and schedule, please follow the “Apply here” link below. 

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Costume Maker

The main purpose of the role is to assist the Costume Supervisor in the creation of costume and wigs, working in a busy theatre workshop environment. In order to undertake this job successfully, you need to contribute as part of a team, and also work well alone using your own initiative. You should be able to work easily under pressure and meet deadlines. The jobholder must be able to communicate effectively with the wardrobe team. Flexibility regarding hours of work is essential.

Contract type: Fixed term 28th September to 3rd December 2026 (approximate), zero hours.

Pay: £17.50 per hour, plus rolled up holiday pay

Hours of Work: Hours to be arranged by the Costume Supervisor. Generally daytimes & weekdays, but occasional evening & weekend shifts may be required.

Closing Date for applications: 12th July 2026

Interviews to take place week commencing 20th July 2026

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Ensemble (Pantomime)

Applications to audition for our pantomime ensemble have now closed.