Theatre Work

The MU negotiates and agrees minimum terms and conditions with all major UK theatres for theatre musicians.

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Collective agreements

UK Theatre

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

'West End' Theatres of London

The Society of London Theatre (SOLT) and MU agreement for musicians working in West End theatres in London

Shakespeare's Globe Trust

Royal National Theatre

The Royal Shakespeare Company

Regent's Park Open Air Theatre

Menier Chocolate Factory

Guidance

Working in the West End

Regional and Touring Theatre

Working in Amateur Theatre

Depping

Latest news and features

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Scottish Classical Music Green Guide Launched by the Scottish Classical Sustainability Group

Set up during the pandemic, the Scottish Classical Sustainability Group (SCSG) is putting the welfare of our planet in the spotlight with the launch of its first ever Scottish Classical Music Green Guide, and the MU is proud to have contributed.

Published: 30 July 2021

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MU Moves to Support Girls I Rate as Part of UK Music 10-Point Plan

As part of the 10-Point Plan published by UK Music’s Diversity Taskforce last October, the MU will be supporting equality movement organisation Girls I Rate in their work towards a music industry where women can thrive.

Published: 30 July 2021

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Piping Centre to Give Free Talk on Post-Brexit Working for Musicians

The National Piping Centre in Scotland will be running a free online-workshop, explaining the new Brexit requirements, on Wednesday 11 August at 2:00 pm.

Published: 30 July 2021

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Second day of MU Delegate Conference

Topics covered on the second day of the MU Delegate Conference included the climate emergency and how the MU can contribute to sustainability, HE Funding Cuts, Fix Streaming, our Safe Space initiative, and more.

Published: 21 July 2021

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First Day of MU Delegate Conference

Today saw the first day of the MU Delegate Conference 2021, which for the first time ever is being held largely online due to the pandemic.

Published: 20 July 2021

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Upcoming events

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06 Aug 2021

Guided Meditation

Guided meditation sessions tailored specifically for musicians, based on Ascension meditation techniques.

Online Member only

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06 Aug 2021

Stage Presence: Grounding (How You Use the Floor to Support What You Do)

Improve the way you move and play using the Feldenkrais Method.

Online

Upcoming

13 Aug 2021

Guided Meditation

Guided meditation sessions tailored specifically for musicians, based on Ascension meditation techniques.

Online Member only

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Theatre Work

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Theatre Work during Covid-19

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Collective agreements

UK Theatre

'West End' Theatres of London

Shakespeare's Globe Trust

Royal National Theatre

The Royal Shakespeare Company

Regent's Park Open Air Theatre

Menier Chocolate Factory

Guidance

Working in the West End

Regional and Touring Theatre

Working in Amateur Theatre

Depping

Latest news and features

Scottish Classical Music Green Guide Launched by the Scottish Classical Sustainability Group

MU Moves to Support Girls I Rate as Part of UK Music 10-Point Plan

Piping Centre to Give Free Talk on Post-Brexit Working for Musicians

Second day of MU Delegate Conference

First Day of MU Delegate Conference

Upcoming events

Last chance to book

Guided Meditation

Last chance to book

Stage Presence: Grounding (How You Use the Floor to Support What You Do)

Upcoming

Guided Meditation

Join the MU's work for equality