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Theatre agreements

UK Theatre

UK Theatre

Agreement for musicians working in UK Theatre, excluding the ‘West End’ of London.

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Guidance for musicians working in theatre

Getting into a career in theatre

Working in Amateur Theatre

Local amateur theatre companies often produce musicals and it’s a good way to get started, build a CV of shows performed and get a feel for theatre work.

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Guide to Auditioning

If you’re facing an audition we’ve got some useful tips and an explanation of the process, as well as information about screened auditions.

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Member-only event recording

Working in Musical Theatre

Want to know what it’s like to work as a theatre musician and whether it’s an area that might be applicable to you?

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Theatre news and features

MU member services for theatre musicians

Upcoming events

Last chance to book

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05 May 2025

Guided Meditation

An extremely efficient and powerful meditation practice, based on Ascension meditation techniques that are tailored to help musicians both in their professional and personal lives.

Online Member only
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Last chance to book

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07 May 2025

Practical Strategies to Tackle Bullying and Harrassment

A two-hour webinar which covers what bullying and harassment looks like in the creative sector and its impact, the law, and how to identify common examples to ensure participants understand the full scope of these terms.

Online
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Last chance to book

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08 May 2025

Vocal Health Workshop, Belfast

This one-hour, in-person session focuses on evidence-based practical skills, and draws from performance experience, research findings, psychology, and proven vocal health clinical pathways.

Belfast
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