Stage One supports new UK theatre producers and productions, and is committed to securing the future of commercial theatre through educational and investment schemes.

If you are an aspiring theatre producer, Stage One can help get you onto the first rung of your career ladder, and turn your entrepreneurial ideas and ambitions into reality. Stage One is a charity and our work would not be possible without the support of the Society of London Theatre and many generous individuals, businesses, trusts and foundations.

ABOUT US

112

New producers
supported
every year

Twice a year Stage One run a three day workshop for New Producers which is generously supported by the Society of London Theatre.

The course is designed to give new producers an insight into producing with talks from a range of industry professionals on topics such as; marketing, PR, contracting, budgeting, negotiating, rights, raising funds & looking after investors. It is a unique opportunity for new producers to learn the wide range of skills required to produce commercial theatre.

WORKSHOPS

385

Applications on
average a year
received

The Stage One Producer Placements offer unique hands-on training and development opportunities within established producing companies for outstanding entrepreneurial individuals.

We believe that being within a dynamic and successful company is the most important experience emerging producers need in order to hone their skills, and in the past have placed trainee producers in companies such as Sonia Friedman Productions, Headlong, Playful Productions and Ambassador Theatre Group.

PLACEMENTS

42

London Producer
Placements
since 2010

If you are a new producer Stage One can provide financial and practical assistance to help get your first productions up and running, and to support your overall development as a commercial theatre producer.

We understand that mounting your first production can be an intimidating experience, and aim to make the process accessible to passionate and dedicated new producers who otherwise would not have the resources to do so. We support producers from all areas of the UK including those embarking on regional tours.

BURSARY

£130K

Awarded
every year
in Bursaries

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INTERVIEW WITH LAURA ELMES

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Q: Where do I find investment/investors for my production?

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NEWS

112

New producers supported every year

385

Applications on average a year received

42

London Producer Placements since 2010

£130K

Awarded every year in Bursaries

New producers
supported
every year

Applications on
average a year
received

London Producer
Placements
since 2010

Awarded
every year
in Bursaries