DreamArts fuses arts and therapeutic practice to support wellbeing. Our acclaimed DREAMARTS REP COMPANY engages 14-25 year olds from refugee backgrounds to explore and unleash their talents by devising and touring original fictional productions that fuse theatre, film and rap.

We’re seeking an inspiring male theatre-maker with a specialism in film or music to co-deliver DreamArts Rep Company. The company positions young refugees as artists first, empowering them to tell stories beyond the labels of “asylum-seeker” or “refugee.” Our work celebrates creativity and individuality while fostering dialogue & belonging. Over 70% of audiences come from refugee backgrounds, and partner venues receive mentorship to build lasting engagement.

Our 2025 tour reached over 1,000 live audience members, 20,000+ online viewers & 150 workshop participants. Partner theatres include York Theatre Royal, Birmingham Rep, The Crucible, Exeter Northcott & Marylebone Theatre.

The successful candidate will have a track record in devised performance. You’ll co-deliver our programme with the Artistic Director, leading creative sessions through film or music & co-producing touring performances.

You’ll bring artistic excellence and collaboration, using music or film to enrich devised storytelling. The role involves supporting young people with lived experience of trauma, expanding the company’s reach through partnerships and community engagement. Training in DreamArts’ therapeutic approaches.

In in last year’s staff satisfaction survey 100% of team members felt inspired at DreamArts to do their best at their job, and 100% said that their voice and skills matter at DreamArts.

HOW TO APPLY

Please send:

A short statement (max 2 pages or 3-minute video) explaining why you’re interested in the role, what draws you to working with DreamArts Rep, and what you bring as a film or music practitioner.

A CV outlining relevant experience.

Examples of your work and past productions you have worked on.

Deadline: Friday 28 November at 12pm. Please send Applications to: Graham Whitlock, Director: graham@dreamarts.org.uk cc’ing Catherine Palmer, Assistant Director: catherine@dreamarts.org.uk.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview on Monday 1 December at DreamArts HQ and to a session with the company on Thursday 4 December at Marylebone Theatre

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