Work With Us

As performer, theatre professional or student, there are many ways to join the National Theatre of Ireland.

Careers 

Casting 

The Casting Director is responsible for casting all in-house productions. The process varies from show to show depending on cast sizes.

If you would like to submit a CV and headshot for an upcoming production, please send them to casting@abbeytheatre.ie. You can also send any show invites to this address. The Casting Director is committed to seeing as many shows as possible.

Open Auditions are run periodically throughout the year. Please follow us on social media for updates and application details.

Internships 

As part of our professional development programme, we partner with the following organisations: Atlantic Technological University Sligo, University of Galway, Villanova University and the University of Notre Dame.

Transition Year Programme 

We are delighted to launch the next Abbey Theatre Transition Year Work Experience Programme. The week agreed for the 2024/2025 Transition Year programme will be Monday, 9th December 2024 – Friday, 13th December 2024. You must be available for Work Experience during this week.

This exciting week-long programme promises to be a fantastic week of activity for students with an interest in theatre. You will get an opportunity to experience all areas of this industry from the technical stage areas to the casting and artistic side and everything in between. You will also have the once in a lifetime opportunity to view our production of Emma from behind the scenes.

The window for applications to be accepted for review is Friday, 8th November 2024 (unfortunately we cannot accept applications before or after this date).

Application Process

All applicants are required to go provide the following information:

  • A completed application form
  • A basic Curriculum Vitae.
  • An endorsement letter (which can be from a teacher, community worker, drama coach, which demonstrates your overall interest in theatre).
  • Optional – 1-2 minute short video by you outlining why you want to come to the Abbey for Work Experience.
  • All above to be sent by email to TY.Programme@abbeytheatre.ie

 

All applications will be part of a selection process which includes submission and review of the above information as well as the below considerations:

  • Equal opportunities across Ireland
  • Commitment to Gender Equality and Diversity
  • Motivation
  • Creative Analysis
  • Flexibility

 

Please note:

Places are limited; therefore, we will unfortunately not be able to accommodate everyone.  However, we will contact all applicants directly by no later than Friday 22nd November 2024.