Made in Bristol
A new Made in Bristol for 2026!
Made in Bristol is a free training programme for 18-25 year old theatre makers based in Bristol.
For MIB 260, we are looking for all theatre makers; actors, performers, designers, facilitators, stage managers, technicians, lighting designers, choreographers, musicians and composers!
The cohort will become resident at Bristol Old Vic, for two days a week, from January to August and full time in September & October 2026.
To celebrate the 260th anniversary of our Theatre, MIB 260 will deliver a free Theatre in Education tour to Bristol Secondary Schools. These pieces will be performed by members of MIB 260, and directed by Artistic Director, Nancy Medina and Lisa Gregan, Literary and Directors’ Associate.
MIB 260 will be supported and mentored in a range of disciplines including performance, design (set, costume, sound, lighting), technical skills, stage management and facilitation.
Who is MIB 260 for?
- People aged 18-25 from Bristol and the surrounding areas, with an interest in creative facilitation, co-creation, participatory arts and theatre for young people and family audiences
- Actors, performers, designers, technicians, facilitators, stage managers, lighting designers, choreographers, musicians and composers!
What will it involve?
- Working with professional directors, writers and other industry professionals
- Delivering a schools tour in Bristol
- Training in workshop development & leading
- Creating work for various communities, school and youth theatres
- Curating and performing in a Family Day at BOV with our Heritage department
What will you get out of it?
- Opportunity to take part in a FREE training programme at Bristol Old Vic
- Receive mentorship from professional directors and writers
- Skills to facilitate creative spaces with a wide variety of communities
- A pathway into the industry, which will offer a range of paid roles to its graduates
- Receive £100 per week for the intensive rehearsals and tour (7 weeks approx.)
How can I find out more?
We will be hosting in person and online information sessions about Made in Bristol 260 in September. This will be an opportunity for you to find out more about the programme and ask any questions you might have.
- Sat 6 September 12-1pm- in person at Bristol Old Vic
- Wed 10 September 5-6pm- online via Zoom.
To sign up to an info session, please email engagement@bristololdvic.org.uk with your preferred date or if you have any further questions.
How can I apply?
Applications will open on Monday 1 September and close on Monday 6 October at 5pm.
All applicants will need to apply via application form or video. It will involve answering a few questions about why you are interested in taking part in the programme and what interests and skills you can bring.
All applicants will be invited to a recruitment workshop at Bristol Old Vic on Saturday 25 October 10am-5pm. You will need to attend the workshop to be considered for MIB 260.
Shortlisted applicants will be invited to an in-person interview at Bristol Old Vic.
MIB 260 will run from January to the end of October 2026. You must be able to attend the entire programme to take part.
