IN THE ROOM
FESTIVAL
In this room, young performers work alongside industry professionals, rehearsing and performing as part of a professional company.
Professional access changes everything. Put young performers in the room with working industry professionals, and everything lifts - standards, focus, and what they believe is possible.
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What is
IN THE ROOM?
In The Room is a carefully curated collaboration between theatre schools and West End professionals.
Schools are invited to take part in a one-day, industry-led experience where students rehearse and perform alongside working professionals - gaining real insight into how the industry operates in practice.
It is collaborative, carefully structured, and intentionally limited to a select number of schools.
Across the day, students take part in structured workshops and rehearsals led by West End professionals, working within an industry-standard creative process.
The experience culminates in an evening performance where students share the stage with their professional in a carefully crafted live performance, shaped to suit each school.
Each collaboration is approached individually, allowing space for ensemble work, featured roles, or solos where appropriate.
Alongside the industry artists, students are supported throughout the day by the In The Room creative and production team, including choreographers, directors and producers.
WHO DO WE WANT IN THE ROOM?
In The Room is not for every school. It is designed for those who share our commitment to high standards, strong training and a professional approach to training.
It is designed for:
Schools who value high standards and meaningful industry access
Young performers ready to experience how the industry actually works
Industry professionals who believe in access, collaboration and empowering youth performers
WHAT DOES THE DAY INCLUDE?
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On the Day:
Each participating school takes part in a one-day, industry led experience within a professional theatre environment. Your pupils will:
Take part in a company call with an industry expert
Take part in a workshop led by West End professionals
Rehearse and perform alongside a hand-selected industry professional
Step into our Content Room - a curated space where students capture social and promotional content alongside a West End professional, giving schools material to elevate their social media and website.
Have access to our Live Lounge - a relaxed hangout space where professionals may drop in for a chat, Q&A, or occasional informal performance. It’s designed to be flexible and led by the artists on the day
A full technical rehearsal process
Perform in a fully produced live evening show
Throughout the day, pupils experience professional rehearsal etiquette, industry access, and working within a live theatre environment.