Performer Wanted

Victoria Briggs and Filskit Theatre are recruiting a performer for a production of Little Robin Red Vest at Lighthouse, Poole.

Last year we created a brand-new adaptation of Jan Fearnley’s beloved story featuring original songs, puppetry, and integrated Makaton. Little Robin is an accessible and multisensory treat, perfect for little ones aged 2-6 and their families. You can find out more about the show, and watch a short trailer here. You can read a blog about last year’s tour here.

We are recasting one role (the show is performed by 2 actors), and would love to meet performers who share our passion for creating magical and accessible theatre experiences for families.

The role is paid at a rate of £650 per week. Rehearsals and performances are scheduled Mon 17 Nov - Sun 14 Dec 2025 at Lighthouse Poole.

Our ideal performer will have the following skills & attributes:

Essential

  • a passion for creating high quality work for family audiences

  • strong tenor singing voice

  • strong storytelling and multi-roling skills

  • desire to create inclusive and accessible theatre

  • lives or has a base close (commutable) to Poole

  • available on Mon 16 June for auditions at Lighthouse Poole

Desirable

  • strong puppetry skills

  • knowledge or experience of Makaton

  • male-identifying performer (one of the roles this performer plays is Santa/Father Christmas)

We welcome applications from performers of all ages and backgrounds. We are particularly keen to hear from global majority performers and those underrepresented in the theatre sector.

To Apply

Email victoria.briggs@hotmail.co.uk with ‘Little Robin Performer Application’ in the subject line, by Mon 2 June. Please write a brief email, including

  1. a short introduction to yourself, with reference to the skills & attributes list above

  2. confirmation of your postcode & address during rehearsals and performances (unfortunately we are not able to pay accommodation costs)

  3. a link to your spotlight or similar (headshot & credits)

  4. a link to a self-tape including a song of your choice (showcasing your tenor range), and a performance of the story excerpt here (please do not send your self-tape as an attachment).