PYT Mainstage is a yearly project where young cast members work with a professional creative team culminating in performances on our Perth Theatre main stage. This year we are producing ‘Alice’, by Laura Wade, a dark and funny modernized reimagining of the classic Lewis Carroll story.
We're looking for an assistant director to support the Director with the creative vision and staging, rehearsal process, and delivery of a high-quality mainstage theatre production involving young people aged 14–19.
Central to local cultural life for over 120 years, Perth Theatre and Concert Hall create life affirming, shared experiences in the performing arts that ignite the imagination and make living more meaningful. Our world-class venues, award-winning programming and inclusive learning and engagement projects play an essential role in stimulating positive wellbeing within the communities we serve, benefiting the local economy and raising the profile of the area.
Salary: This is a freelance position for which the full fee will be £6,427. This will be paid in instalments.
Deadline: Sunday 12th July 2026 at 23:59
Interviews: w/c 20th July 2026
To apply, please submit your CV and a covering letter detailing relevant experience and interest in the role to: engagement@perththeatreandconcerthall.com with the subject PYT Mainstage Assistant Director Application.
Just in case you're in the wrong place, we are Perth Theatre and Concert Hall based in Perth, Scotland.
