Wigs/Wardrobe Swing
ROYO Closing date: Wed, 30 Sep 2026
- Full time
- £30k-£40k
Mon, 21 Sep 2026 "> published -
Job Summary
Job Description
The Wigs/Wardrobe Swing will support the Wardrobe and WHAM teams for a first-class production with duties including but not limited to:
-Work closely with dressers, wig staff, performers and Stage Management to support the Production's Wardrobe and Wigs operations as instructed and dictated by the artistic requirements of the Production.
-Preparation and maintenance of all costumes, wigs and equipment required, including resetting and pre-show checks.
-Maintain detailed knowledge of and execute backstage tracks for both dressing and wigs, including quick changes.
-Performing laundry duties including washing, ironing and minor repairs where needed.
-Attending all rehearsals, show calls, maintenance calls, get-ins, fit-ups and get-outs as required, including emergency calls where needed.
-Having an awareness of understudy and swing performances ahead of each show and making necessary adjustments, if any.
Job Requirements
-Experience in the Wardrobe and/or WHAM department of a large-scale commercial theatre production is preferred.
-Strong practical skills in both wardrobe and wigs/hair, including wig styling experience and basic sewing and repair skills, with the ability to move confidently between the two disciplines.
-Self-motivated problem-solving attitude and calm work under pressure
-Excellent communication skills and cross-departmental collaboration in a fast-paced environment.
-Excellent punctuality and time management.
-Familiarity with and adherence to current Health & Safety guidelines relevant to the production is essential, which may include working at height, using appropriate safety equipment and clothing and attending training as deemed necessary.
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Job Overview
- Job Title: Wigs/Wardrobe Swing
- Salary: £30k-£40k
- Hours: Full time
- Artform: Theatre
- Role: Technical & Production
- Contract: Contract
- Closing date: Wed, 30 Sep 2026
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Location:
London
How to Apply
Please direct your application with a CV and a short cover letter to [email protected] using the reference LB-WSW by Wednesday 30th September 23:59
- Contact email: [email protected]
About ROYO
ROYO produces theatre and live entertainment for audiences throughout the UK and around the world.
Our founding ambition was to create and produce new commercial musicals and we now act as one of the largest commissioners of new musicals in the U.K.
We have since expanded to produce and present high-quality re-inventions of well-known classics, star driven entertainment and brand-led family theatre.