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Talent Development

At the Donmar we are passionate about supporting the next generation of talent and creating equitable access to the industry. Our Talent Development programmes seek to address the barriers which prevent people who have been historically underrepresented in the theatre industry access opportunities to train alongside leading talent.

We run bespoke programmes to support the development of the next generation of the theatre workforce in creative and administrative roles, and work in partnership with drama schools to offer placements on our mainstage and Donmar LOCAL projects.

All opportunities are advertised on the vacancies section of our website.

Work Experience and Placements

Pathways: Work Experience is our annual work experience programme for 16-19 year olds. You can find out more about this programme on this page.

Stage Management Placements

The Donmar offers a stage management placement on every production working from the first day of rehearsals through to press night.

CATALYST

Each year, we offer paid Creative Assistant placements in set and costume design, sound design and lighting design. Creative Assistants are mentored by industry leading creatives and supported with access to mentoring opportunities following their placement.

Resident Assistant Director Scheme

The Resident Assistant Director (RAD) scheme has been successfully running for fifteen years, with previous RADs including Josie Rourke, Rupert Goold, Sacha Wares and Lynette Linton.

Talent Development at the Donmar is supported by:

Noël Coward Foundation
Austin & Hope Pilkington Foundation