Freelancers Make Theatre Work
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We listen, support and advocate for ALL freelancers in the arts. An inclusive, independent community for the 200,000+ self-employed and freelance workers from all areas of arts. https://linktr.ee/FMTW
#FreelancersMakeTheatreWork
#FreelancersMakeTheatreWork
FMTW are partnering with Theatre Green Book to offer some FREE training for Arts Freelancers.
If you were to be offered a training/information session on sustainable working in theatre and the Theatre Green Book, what would you find useful to be included?
Let us know... buff.ly/M1HkQ7V
If you were to be offered a training/information session on sustainable working in theatre and the Theatre Green Book, what would you find useful to be included?
Let us know... buff.ly/M1HkQ7V
September 18, 2026 at 5:01 PM
FMTW are partnering with Theatre Green Book to offer some FREE training for Arts Freelancers.
If you were to be offered a training/information session on sustainable working in theatre and the Theatre Green Book, what would you find useful to be included?
Let us know... buff.ly/M1HkQ7V
If you were to be offered a training/information session on sustainable working in theatre and the Theatre Green Book, what would you find useful to be included?
Let us know... buff.ly/M1HkQ7V
#FreelancersMakeTheatreWork is here to listen, support & advocate for ALL freelancers in the arts. We're an inclusive, independent community representing the 200,000 self-employed workers in live performance - who make up 70% of the UK theatre workforce.
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September 18, 2026 at 11:15 AM
#FreelancersMakeTheatreWork is here to listen, support & advocate for ALL freelancers in the arts. We're an inclusive, independent community representing the 200,000 self-employed workers in live performance - who make up 70% of the UK theatre workforce.
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Free online workshop for performing arts freelancers.
Join FMTW and BAPAM to explore signs of stress and burnout, practical strategies and when to get help.
29 September, 1pm to 2.15pm.
Book: buff.ly/Mw4zM0b
Join FMTW and BAPAM to explore signs of stress and burnout, practical strategies and when to get help.
29 September, 1pm to 2.15pm.
Book: buff.ly/Mw4zM0b
September 17, 2026 at 5:45 PM
Free online workshop for performing arts freelancers.
Join FMTW and BAPAM to explore signs of stress and burnout, practical strategies and when to get help.
29 September, 1pm to 2.15pm.
Book: buff.ly/Mw4zM0b
Join FMTW and BAPAM to explore signs of stress and burnout, practical strategies and when to get help.
29 September, 1pm to 2.15pm.
Book: buff.ly/Mw4zM0b
Freelance lighting designer and FMTW founding member, Paule Constable, spoke to West End Best Friend about the importance of the work we continue to do... buff.ly/cP0JpRA
#FreelancersMakeTheatreWork
#FreelancersMakeTheatreWork
September 17, 2026 at 11:15 AM
Freelance lighting designer and FMTW founding member, Paule Constable, spoke to West End Best Friend about the importance of the work we continue to do... buff.ly/cP0JpRA
#FreelancersMakeTheatreWork
#FreelancersMakeTheatreWork
Who should you be talking to?
We have a great list of Unions, Groups, Associations and Networks listed on our website here: freelancersmaketheatrework.com/associations...
#FreelancersMakeTheatreWork
We have a great list of Unions, Groups, Associations and Networks listed on our website here: freelancersmaketheatrework.com/associations...
#FreelancersMakeTheatreWork
Associations & Networks - Freelancers make theatre work
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September 17, 2026 at 8:15 AM
Who should you be talking to?
We have a great list of Unions, Groups, Associations and Networks listed on our website here: freelancersmaketheatrework.com/associations...
#FreelancersMakeTheatreWork
We have a great list of Unions, Groups, Associations and Networks listed on our website here: freelancersmaketheatrework.com/associations...
#FreelancersMakeTheatreWork
NEW FREE ONLINE WORKSHOP
Making Tax Digital for Theatre Freelancers.
An overview of Making Tax Digital for Live Performing Arts Freelancers
Accounting4Actors’ Jon Harris provides an easy guide to the new Making Tax Digital system
Book here: buff.ly/gUUZOtV
#FreelancersMakeTheatreWork
Making Tax Digital for Theatre Freelancers.
An overview of Making Tax Digital for Live Performing Arts Freelancers
Accounting4Actors’ Jon Harris provides an easy guide to the new Making Tax Digital system
Book here: buff.ly/gUUZOtV
#FreelancersMakeTheatreWork
September 17, 2026 at 7:00 AM
NEW FREE ONLINE WORKSHOP
Making Tax Digital for Theatre Freelancers.
An overview of Making Tax Digital for Live Performing Arts Freelancers
Accounting4Actors’ Jon Harris provides an easy guide to the new Making Tax Digital system
Book here: buff.ly/gUUZOtV
#FreelancersMakeTheatreWork
Making Tax Digital for Theatre Freelancers.
An overview of Making Tax Digital for Live Performing Arts Freelancers
Accounting4Actors’ Jon Harris provides an easy guide to the new Making Tax Digital system
Book here: buff.ly/gUUZOtV
#FreelancersMakeTheatreWork
You are not alone in navigating post-Brexit work. Our Working in Europe guide has tips for EU gigs, visas, and more.
Explore: freelancersmaketheatrework.com/working-in-europe
#FreelancersMakeTheatreWork
Explore: freelancersmaketheatrework.com/working-in-europe
#FreelancersMakeTheatreWork
September 16, 2026 at 12:30 PM
You are not alone in navigating post-Brexit work. Our Working in Europe guide has tips for EU gigs, visas, and more.
Explore: freelancersmaketheatrework.com/working-in-europe
#FreelancersMakeTheatreWork
Explore: freelancersmaketheatrework.com/working-in-europe
#FreelancersMakeTheatreWork
FMTW are partnering with Theatre Green Book to offer some FREE training for Arts Freelancers.
If you were to be offered a training/information session on sustainable working in theatre and the Theatre Green Book, what would you find useful to be included?
Let us know... buff.ly/M1HkQ7V
If you were to be offered a training/information session on sustainable working in theatre and the Theatre Green Book, what would you find useful to be included?
Let us know... buff.ly/M1HkQ7V
September 16, 2026 at 8:15 AM
FMTW are partnering with Theatre Green Book to offer some FREE training for Arts Freelancers.
If you were to be offered a training/information session on sustainable working in theatre and the Theatre Green Book, what would you find useful to be included?
Let us know... buff.ly/M1HkQ7V
If you were to be offered a training/information session on sustainable working in theatre and the Theatre Green Book, what would you find useful to be included?
Let us know... buff.ly/M1HkQ7V
"If an organisation with as clear success as Theatres Trust is sidelined, no sector support organisation can feel secure." - Amanda Parker in The Stage talks about the shake-up of IPSOs in the arts.
👉 www.thestage.co.uk/opinion/sect...
FreelancersMakeTheatreWork
👉 www.thestage.co.uk/opinion/sect...
FreelancersMakeTheatreWork
September 15, 2026 at 5:15 PM
"If an organisation with as clear success as Theatres Trust is sidelined, no sector support organisation can feel secure." - Amanda Parker in The Stage talks about the shake-up of IPSOs in the arts.
👉 www.thestage.co.uk/opinion/sect...
FreelancersMakeTheatreWork
👉 www.thestage.co.uk/opinion/sect...
FreelancersMakeTheatreWork
Industry bodies continue to call on the government to step in and protect local arts funding, warning “treasured theatres” up and down the country are suffering as a result of cuts.
#FreelancersMakeTheatreWork #WeAreCreative #Freelancers #Freelancer #Culture #Arts
#FreelancersMakeTheatreWork #WeAreCreative #Freelancers #Freelancer #Culture #Arts
September 15, 2026 at 11:15 AM
Industry bodies continue to call on the government to step in and protect local arts funding, warning “treasured theatres” up and down the country are suffering as a result of cuts.
#FreelancersMakeTheatreWork #WeAreCreative #Freelancers #Freelancer #Culture #Arts
#FreelancersMakeTheatreWork #WeAreCreative #Freelancers #Freelancer #Culture #Arts
Conflict affects freelancers differently across the world.
This section shares lived experience, context, and regional resources - because solidarity means listening and learning.
🔗 freelancersmaketheatrework.com/globalconflict/regions
#GlobalSolidarity #ArtsAndConflict #FreelancersWorldwide
This section shares lived experience, context, and regional resources - because solidarity means listening and learning.
🔗 freelancersmaketheatrework.com/globalconflict/regions
#GlobalSolidarity #ArtsAndConflict #FreelancersWorldwide
September 15, 2026 at 8:15 AM
Conflict affects freelancers differently across the world.
This section shares lived experience, context, and regional resources - because solidarity means listening and learning.
🔗 freelancersmaketheatrework.com/globalconflict/regions
#GlobalSolidarity #ArtsAndConflict #FreelancersWorldwide
This section shares lived experience, context, and regional resources - because solidarity means listening and learning.
🔗 freelancersmaketheatrework.com/globalconflict/regions
#GlobalSolidarity #ArtsAndConflict #FreelancersWorldwide
Coming soon: Freelancing 101.
A practical starting point covering money and admin, finding work, contracts, rights, insurance, wellbeing, networks and further help.
No assumption that you already know how the system works.
#FreelancersMakeTheatreWork
A practical starting point covering money and admin, finding work, contracts, rights, insurance, wellbeing, networks and further help.
No assumption that you already know how the system works.
#FreelancersMakeTheatreWork
September 14, 2026 at 3:45 PM
Coming soon: Freelancing 101.
A practical starting point covering money and admin, finding work, contracts, rights, insurance, wellbeing, networks and further help.
No assumption that you already know how the system works.
#FreelancersMakeTheatreWork
A practical starting point covering money and admin, finding work, contracts, rights, insurance, wellbeing, networks and further help.
No assumption that you already know how the system works.
#FreelancersMakeTheatreWork
Why are arts subjects still declining in schools? And is there hope of a reversal?
Via Arts Professional 👉 www.artsprofessional.co.uk/magazine/fea...
#FreelancersMakeTheatreWork
Via Arts Professional 👉 www.artsprofessional.co.uk/magazine/fea...
#FreelancersMakeTheatreWork
Why are arts subjects still declining in schools? And is there hope of a reversal? - Arts Professional
The latest exam results confirm that creative subjects are continuing to struggle in secondary schools, while new data from the primary sector paints a similar picture. For all the government's talk…
www.artsprofessional.co.uk
September 14, 2026 at 11:02 AM
Why are arts subjects still declining in schools? And is there hope of a reversal?
Via Arts Professional 👉 www.artsprofessional.co.uk/magazine/fea...
#FreelancersMakeTheatreWork
Via Arts Professional 👉 www.artsprofessional.co.uk/magazine/fea...
#FreelancersMakeTheatreWork
Keep up with the news and developments affecting freelancers across theatre and live performance.
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September 14, 2026 at 9:01 AM
Keep up with the news and developments affecting freelancers across theatre and live performance.
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#FreelancersMakeTheatreWork
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#FreelancersMakeTheatreWork
Free online workshop for performing arts freelancers.
Join FMTW and BAPAM to explore signs of stress and burnout, practical strategies and when to get help.
29 September, 1pm to 2.15pm.
Book: buff.ly/Mw4zM0b
Join FMTW and BAPAM to explore signs of stress and burnout, practical strategies and when to get help.
29 September, 1pm to 2.15pm.
Book: buff.ly/Mw4zM0b
September 12, 2026 at 11:45 AM
Free online workshop for performing arts freelancers.
Join FMTW and BAPAM to explore signs of stress and burnout, practical strategies and when to get help.
29 September, 1pm to 2.15pm.
Book: buff.ly/Mw4zM0b
Join FMTW and BAPAM to explore signs of stress and burnout, practical strategies and when to get help.
29 September, 1pm to 2.15pm.
Book: buff.ly/Mw4zM0b
The Arts and the Climate Crisis
Climate change affects us all and the arts can play a powerful role in creating a sustainable future. Explore our Climate Crisis Resources pages where you will find:
Explore the resources on our website now here: freelancersmaketheatrework.com/climatecrisis/
Climate change affects us all and the arts can play a powerful role in creating a sustainable future. Explore our Climate Crisis Resources pages where you will find:
Explore the resources on our website now here: freelancersmaketheatrework.com/climatecrisis/
September 11, 2026 at 12:03 PM
The Arts and the Climate Crisis
Climate change affects us all and the arts can play a powerful role in creating a sustainable future. Explore our Climate Crisis Resources pages where you will find:
Explore the resources on our website now here: freelancersmaketheatrework.com/climatecrisis/
Climate change affects us all and the arts can play a powerful role in creating a sustainable future. Explore our Climate Crisis Resources pages where you will find:
Explore the resources on our website now here: freelancersmaketheatrework.com/climatecrisis/
We’re here to help you navigate the challenges of freelancing in the arts. From workshops & resources to financial & mental health support, we’ve got you covered.
Explore the tools & advice available to you - click on ‘Support’ & take the next step.
👉 freelancersmaketheatrework.com/support/
Explore the tools & advice available to you - click on ‘Support’ & take the next step.
👉 freelancersmaketheatrework.com/support/
September 11, 2026 at 8:27 AM
We’re here to help you navigate the challenges of freelancing in the arts. From workshops & resources to financial & mental health support, we’ve got you covered.
Explore the tools & advice available to you - click on ‘Support’ & take the next step.
👉 freelancersmaketheatrework.com/support/
Explore the tools & advice available to you - click on ‘Support’ & take the next step.
👉 freelancersmaketheatrework.com/support/
The Theatre Green Book is a free, practical guide designed to help anyone working in live performance reduce their environmental impact, from freelancers and students to large organisations across all live art.
Free introduction webinar: theatregreenbook.com/events1/intr...
#TheatreGreenBook
Free introduction webinar: theatregreenbook.com/events1/intr...
#TheatreGreenBook
September 10, 2026 at 11:02 AM
The Theatre Green Book is a free, practical guide designed to help anyone working in live performance reduce their environmental impact, from freelancers and students to large organisations across all live art.
Free introduction webinar: theatregreenbook.com/events1/intr...
#TheatreGreenBook
Free introduction webinar: theatregreenbook.com/events1/intr...
#TheatreGreenBook
Last year, IPC’s Impact of Injury report started a vital conversation. Let’s keep it going.The IOI26 survey is 100% anonymous, and will help:
• Prevent avoidable injuries
• Reflect real safety needs
• Set better standardsWhether on stage, screen or behind the scenes - take it today: buff.ly/qL7OpGz
• Prevent avoidable injuries
• Reflect real safety needs
• Set better standardsWhether on stage, screen or behind the scenes - take it today: buff.ly/qL7OpGz
September 10, 2026 at 8:45 AM
Last year, IPC’s Impact of Injury report started a vital conversation. Let’s keep it going.The IOI26 survey is 100% anonymous, and will help:
• Prevent avoidable injuries
• Reflect real safety needs
• Set better standardsWhether on stage, screen or behind the scenes - take it today: buff.ly/qL7OpGz
• Prevent avoidable injuries
• Reflect real safety needs
• Set better standardsWhether on stage, screen or behind the scenes - take it today: buff.ly/qL7OpGz
Looking for thought-provoking reads on climate justice, sustainability, and culture? Our Reading List is a growing collection of books, essays, articles & podcasts recommended by freelancers, for freelancers.
🔗 freelancersmaketheatrework.com/climatecrisis/readinglist
#ClimateReading #ClimateJustice
🔗 freelancersmaketheatrework.com/climatecrisis/readinglist
#ClimateReading #ClimateJustice
September 9, 2026 at 11:45 AM
Looking for thought-provoking reads on climate justice, sustainability, and culture? Our Reading List is a growing collection of books, essays, articles & podcasts recommended by freelancers, for freelancers.
🔗 freelancersmaketheatrework.com/climatecrisis/readinglist
#ClimateReading #ClimateJustice
🔗 freelancersmaketheatrework.com/climatecrisis/readinglist
#ClimateReading #ClimateJustice
Free online workshop for performing arts freelancers.
Join FMTW and BAPAM to explore signs of stress and burnout, practical strategies and when to get help.
29 September, 1pm to 2.15pm.
Book: buff.ly/Mw4zM0b
Join FMTW and BAPAM to explore signs of stress and burnout, practical strategies and when to get help.
29 September, 1pm to 2.15pm.
Book: buff.ly/Mw4zM0b
September 9, 2026 at 8:00 AM
Free online workshop for performing arts freelancers.
Join FMTW and BAPAM to explore signs of stress and burnout, practical strategies and when to get help.
29 September, 1pm to 2.15pm.
Book: buff.ly/Mw4zM0b
Join FMTW and BAPAM to explore signs of stress and burnout, practical strategies and when to get help.
29 September, 1pm to 2.15pm.
Book: buff.ly/Mw4zM0b
Keep up with the news and developments affecting freelancers across theatre and live performance.
Sign up for the FMTW newsletter or catch up with previous editions in our archive:
buff.ly/7CA4vTw
#FreelancersMakeTheatreWork
Sign up for the FMTW newsletter or catch up with previous editions in our archive:
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#FreelancersMakeTheatreWork
September 8, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Keep up with the news and developments affecting freelancers across theatre and live performance.
Sign up for the FMTW newsletter or catch up with previous editions in our archive:
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#FreelancersMakeTheatreWork
Sign up for the FMTW newsletter or catch up with previous editions in our archive:
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#FreelancersMakeTheatreWork
Creating spaces for under-represented theatreworkers needs to extend off-stage, says Sylvia Darkwa-Ohemeng in The Stage... www.thestage.co.uk/opinion/back...
#FreelancersMakeTheatreWork
#FreelancersMakeTheatreWork
September 8, 2026 at 11:28 AM
Creating spaces for under-represented theatreworkers needs to extend off-stage, says Sylvia Darkwa-Ohemeng in The Stage... www.thestage.co.uk/opinion/back...
#FreelancersMakeTheatreWork
#FreelancersMakeTheatreWork
Curious about other advocacy groups and their work? Explore our growing list of remarkable organisations making a difference! 💪🎭
👉 freelancersmaketheatrework.com/advocating-b...
#FreelancersMakeTheatreWork #Advocacy #TheArts #ArtsAdvocacy
👉 freelancersmaketheatrework.com/advocating-b...
#FreelancersMakeTheatreWork #Advocacy #TheArts #ArtsAdvocacy
September 8, 2026 at 8:30 AM
Curious about other advocacy groups and their work? Explore our growing list of remarkable organisations making a difference! 💪🎭
👉 freelancersmaketheatrework.com/advocating-b...
#FreelancersMakeTheatreWork #Advocacy #TheArts #ArtsAdvocacy
👉 freelancersmaketheatrework.com/advocating-b...
#FreelancersMakeTheatreWork #Advocacy #TheArts #ArtsAdvocacy
"If an organisation with as clear success as Theatres Trust is sidelined, no sector support organisation can feel secure." - Amanda Parker in The Stage talks about the shake-up of IPSOs in the arts.
👉 www.thestage.co.uk/opinion/sect...
FreelancersMakeTheatreWork
👉 www.thestage.co.uk/opinion/sect...
FreelancersMakeTheatreWork
September 7, 2026 at 4:02 PM
"If an organisation with as clear success as Theatres Trust is sidelined, no sector support organisation can feel secure." - Amanda Parker in The Stage talks about the shake-up of IPSOs in the arts.
👉 www.thestage.co.uk/opinion/sect...
FreelancersMakeTheatreWork
👉 www.thestage.co.uk/opinion/sect...
FreelancersMakeTheatreWork