Dame Maggie Smith, who has died at the age of 89, brought an incredible range of expression to her roles, winning high praise from Directors and fellow Actors alike. In a profession notorious for its uncertainties, her career was notable for its longevity. She made her acting debut in 1952 and was still working six…
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What’s-On-Stage Award Winner James Norton is set to take part in the latest instalment of TTG’s “An Audience With” series on Sunday 17 November 2pm at Leicester Square Theatre, to raise funds for the charity and their support of Backstage and Front of House theatre staff across the UK. Tickets on sale from 10am on…
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TTG’s Board would like to give a warm welcome to two new Trustees, who will both be a great asset to the charity, given their extensive professional experience in theatre, business and finance – and we thank them for their interest and kind support. RACHEL KAVANAUGH Rachel is an award winning and highly experienced Freelance…
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“After 4 years as Chair, and 1 year as Co-Chair with Claire Carrie, I am stepping down from this particular role, to make way for the next generation of Trustees, but I have been invited to take on the role of TTG President for the coming year, which I am delighted to accept. When I…
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Following a recent visit to Cornwall’s beautiful Minnack Theatre – created by the truly inspiring Rowena Cade – TTG’s General Manager, Amanda, spoke to some of the technicians and front of house staff who keep this special venue going throughout the playing season – come rain or shine ! So, TTG would just like to…
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2nd June 2024 at Leicester Square Theatre, London What a fantastic afternoon we all had listening to the life, career history and politics of the celebrated actor, Brian Cox. Interviewed by his son, Alan Cox and TTG’s President, Liz Robertson – is was a lively debate about many theatre related subjects. This is the first…
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TTG are delighted to be chosen as the charity partner at this years ABTT Theatre Show taking place at Alexandra Palace on 5th & 6th June. You’ll find TTG at Stand No D62 – so, do come a say hello ! The ABTT Theatre Show draws exhibitors and visitors from all over the world whether…
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TTG’s President – Liz Robertson – had a “Big Birthday” on 4th May 2024 and to celebrate, she set herself the daredevil challenge of doing a Tandem Skydive in Zanzibar ! As her photograph shows – she absolutely loved her exhilarating flight and the thrilling experience. Liz kindly did this challenge as a fundraising event,…
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What a fabulous, fun-filled day, organised by Acting for Others, to raise essential funds for the 14 theatrical charities within their group. Based at The Actors Church in Covent Garden, the theatre community came out on Saturday 18th May to support this wonderful event & spirits were high. So, “congratulations” to all who helped make…
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On Thursday 11th April Acting for Others held a star-studded award ceremony celebrating the wonderful theatre community who tirelessly raise funds to support the work of the Member Charities. A fun-filled afternoon, full of joy, laughter, sparkles and good times ! The Theatrical Guild would like to say a huge “thank you” to everyone who…
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The Theatrical Guild would like to congratulate all the worthy winners at the is special industry event – but particularly those who work in Backstage Theatre Professions, as follows ; ADAM FISHER : Award for Best Sound Design for “Sunset Boulevard” : Savoy Theatre JACK KNOWLES : Award for Best Lighting Design for “Sunset Boulevard”…
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Sunday 2nd June : 3pm at Leicester Square Theatre, London TTG has recently launch star-studded ‘An Audience With’ series as part of the charity’s 2024 fundraising initiatives – with Brian Cox, James Norton, Golda Rosheuvel & Marianne Elliot OBE amongst the stars confirmed to headline a series of intimate theatre industry conversations in 2024 Tickets…
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I first came across The Theatrical Guild at the 2023 West End Flea Market, where I struck up a conversation with their General Manager, Amanda Parker – who was selling theatre posters at the time, to raise money for Acting for Others. I mentioned that I was previously a show promoter with a passion for…
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Over the past 30 years I have been thoroughly immersed in juggling my acting career and motherhood – and in recent years, I was also given the opportunity to teach Acting to BA students at the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama – all of which I have found very rewarding. Luckily, my new…
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Born 4 September 1945 – Died 23 October 2023 As a huge employer of Backstage and Front of House Theatre staff, TTG pays our respects to a Giant of the British Theatre Industry. And our heartfelt condolences goes to Jenny Seagrove, his family, friends and colleagues, at this very sad time. Quote : Amanda Parker…
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I trained at Mountview on the Postgraduate Acting Course, and my first professional job was weekly rep at Sidmouth, working with Charles Vance, where I was lucky enough to work across several departments, including Stage Management, Lighting and Sound. I have subsequently kept Stage Management an integral part of my career, as many of my…
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Andrew trained at the London Academy of Music & Dramatic Art (LAMDA,) graduating in 2007 having specialised in Lighting Design and Production Electrics. After graduating Andrew entered the freelance world, working predominantly as a Lighting Programmer. He has worked in London’s West End, on Broadway, extensively across North America, Europe, the Middle East, Australasia and…
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Join our Endorphin Challenge by getting physically active or our Mindfulness Challenge by getting creative. The event can be anything that gets you moving or makes you smile. And this ABTT wellbeing initiative will raise funds for the three charities supporting Technical Theatre staff – The Theatrical Guild, Bacup Tech and Stage Hand. So, we…
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On the 6th May 2023 the Coronation of The King and The Queen Consort will be marked with events across the UK and their Majesties want to encourage people to spend this special weekend celebrating with friends, families and their communities. So, on behalf of all at The Theatrical Guild, we wish our wonderful theatre…
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“Congratulations” to our Trustee Anna Dack, who successfully completed the Rotterdam Marathon, raising over £1,000 for TTG. “Running my first marathon on behalf of the TTG was an experience I won’t ever forget. Despite my initial nerves heading into the race, a grey and gusty morning in Rotterdam was made so much brighter by streets lined by rowdy…
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On Saturday 25th March, TTG got together for a long overdue social event – to “meet and greet” new members of the team and reignite special friendships, after a long period of separation. We were joined by our Ambassadors Golda Rosheuvel and Marianne Elliott, President Liz Robertson, Vice Presidents Jo McCallum and Jane How, along…
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21st April 1926 – 8th September 2022 I know you will join TTG in expressing our deepest condolences to the Royal Family after the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on 8th September 2022. The Queen had been on the throne since 1952, making her the longest-serving British monarch in history and for most…
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Louise Grayford took up an incredible personal challenge to run this 1/2 Marathon in support of The Theatrical Guild. She trained hard and successfully completed the course in under 3hrs, which was amazing and, in the process, smashed her funding target- raising over £1000. “Well Done Louise” – you’re a superstar !!! Every penny raised…
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“Congratulations” to our talented TTG Ambassadors, on their success at The 75th Tony Awards. Marianne Elliott received her 3rd Tony – the first woman to do so – for Directing COMPANY. And Simon Russell Beale for Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play, for THE LEHMAN TRILOGY. TTG is very…
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Dick & Angel Strawbridge, the stars of Channel 4’s hit television series, Escape to the Chateau, took to the road in Spring 2022 with their hugely successful “Dare To Do It” tour. The 28- performance tour gave audiences a fascinating insight into what inspired the husband-and-wife team, to bring their fairy tale castle, the Chateau-de-la-Motte…
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The Acting for Others event on Saturday 21st May at St Paul’s Church in Covent Garden was a resounding success, raising over £45,000 in support of their Member Charities. Congratulations to all concerned. Special thanks goes to Golda Rosheuvel – TTG’s wonderful Ambassador – who was a Stall Judge, with Michael Ball and Christopher Biggins….
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TTG are delighted to announce the appointment of three new Trustees to support our development work in 2022 and beyond. They are ANNA DACK – Industry Communications Manager for META (formerly Facebook) : DAVID GREWCOCK – Theatre Director & Producer : EMMA LAUGIER – Theatre Marketing Director & Business Manager.
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Sir Ian McKellen has been recognised at the WhatsOnStage Awards for his fundraising efforts on behalf of UK theatres, arts organisations and charities. The 82-year-old actor was presented with the Services to Theatre Award in celebration of his long career, which has seen him star in countless productions, including a return to the stage last…
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We are delighted to welcome Amanda as our new General Manager from November 2021. Amanda will be responsible for not only the smooth running of the Guild but also working with our beneficiaries. She has a background in performance, theatre management and the charity sector, with a clear understanding of the unique challenges faced by…
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We are delighted to share the good news that we have managed to reach our ambitious target of raising £100,000. Over 400 donations were made using the fundraising platform The Good Exchange and we ultimately achieved a closing total of £101,300. This is an incredible achievement which would not have been possible without your generosity, encouragement…
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We are incredibly excited to announce that Golda Rosheuvel has joined the Theatrical Guild as an Ambassador. Golda is a Guyanese-British actress and singer, who has worked extensively in Theatre, film and television. Her most notable credits include The American Clock, A Christmas Carol (The Old Vic), Porgy and Bess (Regents Park Theatre), Mercutio in Romeo…
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We are delighted to announce that Marianne Elliott has joined the Theatrical Guild as our new Ambassador. Marianne is Artistic Director of the theatre company Elliott & Harper Productions, which she founded in 2016 alongside producers Chris Harper and Nick Sidi. For Elliott & Harper Marianne’s stage directing credits include the recent Broadway transfer of…
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We are delighted to announce that Liz Robertson has been appointed as the new President of the Theatrical Guild, taking over from Phyllida Law who becomes our Honoury President. We are extremely grateful for everything that Phyllida has done for the Guild in her time as President and she will still have a significant role…
Read moreThe Theatrical Guild’s fundraising campaign in association with the Good Exchange and Sir Iain McKellen has raised over £94,300 to date and is just £5,700 short of its target. Although the theatre industry is beginning to slowly re-open, there are still many theatre workers who remain out of work and, with no prospect of employment…
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In 2020, the Theatrical Guild gave financial and counselling support totalling over £500,000 to more than 1,000 theatre workers across the UK. Funds were distributed to those working in all backstage and front of house disciplines including Directors, Stage Managers, Designers, Box Office Assistants and Front of House staff, all of whom found themselves in…
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Many of the people working in backstage and front of house positions in theatres across the UK are low-paid, self-employed or on zero hours contracts, and many, through no fault of their own, have fallen between the gaps for available Government support. With theatre productions “on hold” until the autumn, possibly next year, and all…
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We are delighted to announce that we have been awarded a grant by the Arts Council to help our vital work in supporting backstage and front of house theatre workers across the UK in this time of crisis. The funds will be directed towards helping people cover their essential living expenses whilst the theatres are…
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The newly organised TTG archive is now available to peruse at the Bristol University Theatre Collection, the best theatre archive in the country, where it will be looked after and available on line for all to see. www.bristol.ac.uk/theatre-collection/ For years the archive has sat in cardboard boxes in a cupboard and piled on shelves, and…
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We are delighted to announce that Prasanna Puwanarajah has joined the Guild as our new Ambassador, and along with Gemma Arterton, Keira Knightley and Simon Russell Beale, will help to spread the word of our work as far and wide as possible. Prasanna studied medicine at New Oxford College and worked extensively in the NHS…
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