One Day - Resident/Associate Director

One Day - Resident/Associate Director

Melting Pot Closing date: Fri, 24 Jul 2026

Artform: Theatre
Role: Creative
Contract: Contract
London
  • Full time
  • £25k-£30k

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 "> published -

Job Summary

Melting Pot are looking for an Associate/Resident Director for the West End production of One Day, opening at the Garrick Theatre later this year.

Job Description

Production Details:
A breathtaking new musical based on the global best-selling novel.
Emma walks into Dexter's life on the night of their graduation. One unsuspecting day that changes them both forever. But where will they be on this day next year? And the year after that? And every
year that follows?

As Em and Dex's lives intertwine through joy and heartbreak, missed opportunities and second chances, they navigate love, ambition, and the unpredictable twists of life.

The story which has touched millions is brought to life like never before in the life-affirming One Day -The Musical, capturing the intensity of youthful romance, the moments that define us forever, and the enduring hope that love will find its way.

Schedule:
Rehearsals Commence - Monday 5th October 2026
Technical Rehearsals Commence - Monday 9th November 2026
First Preview - Tuesday 17th November 2026
Press Night - Thursday 10th December 2026
Contract End Date - 31st October 2027, with option to extend

During previews, the performance schedule will be Monday - Saturday.
From w/c 1st December 2026, the performance schedule will be Tuesday-Sunday. This will include Thursday and Saturday matinees, with Sunday performances at 3pm. There are select two show Sundays (with performances at 2pm and 7pm) scheduled. Please note there are variations to the regular schedule over the Christmas and New Year period.

A full performance schedule will be supplied at point of contract.

Job Responsibilities

The purpose of the Associate/Resident Director is to provide all services customarily rendered by an Associate and Resident Director of a first class West End production, including but not limited to
assisting the director during the initial rehearsal period through to opening night, leading understudy rehearsals ensuring all are ready for performance, and maintaining the Production and covers once
the production is open through show watches, note sessions and ongoing rehearsals.

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Job Overview

  • Job Title: One Day - Resident/Associate Director
  • Salary: £25k-£30k
  • Hours: Full time
  • Artform: Theatre
  • Role: Creative
  • Contract: Contract
  • Closing date: Fri, 24 Jul 2026
  • Location:
    London
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Job: One Day - Resident/Associate Director

Job: One Day - Resident/Associate Director

Organisation: Melting Pot

Postcode: WC2N 4AU

How to Apply

Please submit your CV to [email protected]. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis