Growing the seeds of ideas, fostering collaboration, and connecting local artists and companies with leading industry partners
The Artist Development programme is a network, created by the team here at Theatre Royal Plymouth, to connect artists and makers across Plymouth and the wider South West region. Whether you’re looking to take your first steps into creating a project, or if you need specific support in bringing your ideas to the stage, or are looking to foster artistic collaboration, we are developing a launch pad to support and nurture you and your creative needs.
Beyond being a programme, it serves as a vibrant community hub, welcoming anyone interested in learning and collaborating. In this warm, inclusive space, you can share knowledge, experiment with new ideas, and connect with like-minded people – whether you are emerging or mid-career, this programme serves anyone over the age of 18.
Artist Development consists of three strands of work: EXPERIMENT, FUSE, and CO-LAB. These strands are intrinsically linked to The Lab, our 50-seater performance space. This black box, studio venue is a versatile, transformative space designed to fit the needs of new and emerging work, whether as a rehearsal space or performance venue.
Meet the team
At Theatre Royal Plymouth, our team are passionate about supporting artists and companies in the creation and nurturing of new work. Our Artist Development programme is lead by our Associate Artistic Director and our producing department. Together they are the main points of contact for artists wishing to get in touch with the venue. You can get to know them here:
Want to contact a member of this team?
FAME Artist Development Opportunities
Behind the Scenes
Join us backstage for our production directed and choreographed by Theatre Royal Plymouth’s Associate Artistic Director, Tom Jackson Greaves, as we prepare for the world premiere of FAME, a new revival that promises to be Reignited. Revived. Reimagined.
We have two exciting opportunities:
Behind the Scenes – Rehearsal
Witness Tom and his teams’ process in the rehearsal room of a large-scale musical.
Date: Fri 17 Jul
Time: 2pm-4pm
Location: Rehearsal Room 03, TR2. 12 Neptune Park, Plymouth. PL4 0SJ.
Behind the Scenes – Technical
Observe the process in The Lyric with Lighting Designer, Richard Howell, to learn about the technical mechanics of staging and lighting a musical.
Date: Mon 27 Jul
Time: 11am-1pm
Location: The Lyric, Theatre Royal Plymouth
Artists who attend will receive a discounted rate ticket to see FAME during its run.
Complete the form below to register your interest. Spaces are limited and will be given on a first come, first served basis.
Wellbeing, Resilience, and Trauma Informed Practice with Lee Hart | FAME x Artist Development Programme
Join TRP’s Associate Artist Lee Hart for a workshop exploring how theatre can be used as a tool to promote wellbeing and resilience.
How to pitch yourself as an artist with Laura Horton | FAME x Artist Development Programme
Join us for a workshop on how to pitch yourself as an artist facilitated by local playwright Laura Horton.
Artist Celebration Event | FAME x Artist Development Programme
Join us to celebrate our local artistic community and the brilliant work made as part of the FAME x Artist Development Programme this summer.
Upcoming Opportunities
FUSE Training: MOVE
Join local dance artist and facilitator Charlotte Eaton for a monthly MOVE.
FUSE Training: VOICE
Join voice and accent expert Gemma Wright for a monthly VOICE session.
Coming up in The Lab
Totally Unhinged Productions | EXPERIMENT Work In Progress
A darkly comic new piece about the hunt for self-worth and what price we’re willing to pay for it. A new play by Laura Horton.
The Armed Forces Comedy Club
Theatre Royal Plymouth’s Our Space programme present the next Armed Forces Comedy Club! Join us for a night of laughter as we invite these brilliant comedians to take to the stage.
Find out more about our stands and how you can get involved below
