Theatre Director

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Job Summary

The Regal is a mixed use theatre in Tenbury Wells seating 260 with a flexible studio space. With 2027 as our 90th anniversary, we are looking for a Theatre Director to lead the Regal, develop an exciting programme and build our growing audiences, supported by a small staff and a team of volunteers

Job Description

The Regal is a theatre and cinema at the heart of Tenbury Wells in Worcestershire. For almost 90 years the Regal has provided access to the arts to the community in and around Tenbury Wells. The Regal is a critical part of the life of the town operating from a listed Art-Deco building with a 260 seat theatre and 50 seat studio providing a hub for live events, theatre, cinema and community activity. We offer an extensive and diverse programme of over 200 events delivering something for everyone across our community, drawing annual audiences of over 20,000 people. We also support the Regal Community Theatre, the Regal School of Creative Arts, the Regal Community Choir and produce a popular panto each year.

The Regal will celebrate its 90th anniversary in 2027 and we are looking for a Theatre Director who will lead us in delivering a special year of programming and will then, in the coming years, continue to build our audiences and financial stability . You will lead a small staff, who support accounting, marketing and coordinate our volunteers. The operations of the theatre are supported by a team of 80 volunteers. You will report to the Board of Trustees, support the work of the Board’s committees and work closely with its Chair.

Job Requirements

  • Proven leadership and management skills
  • Experience in strategic planning
  • Strong financial management skills, including budgeting, financial analysis, and fundraising
  • Experience in securing and managing funding
  • Understanding of the theatre and performing arts sector
  • Knowledge of current trends and challenges in the arts industry
  • Ability to build and maintain relationships
  • Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills
  • Ability to think strategically and solve problems creatively
  • Strong decision-making skills under pressure
  • Ability to work creatively and to make the most of scarce resources.
  • Experience in building teams and working collaboratively

Job Overview

  • Job Title: Theatre Director
  • Salary: £40k-£50k
  • Hours:
    Full time
  • Artform: Performing arts
  • Role: Admin, Secretarial & PA
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Closing date: Fri, 27 Feb 2026

  • Location:
    West Midlands

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Job: Theatre Director

Job: Theatre Director

Organisation: Regal Tenbury Wells

Postcode: WR15 8AE

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