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Silver Foundation Award: A Step Toward Cultural Competence

Achieving the Silver Foundation Award in the Cultural Competence Certification Scheme highlights a strong commitment to cultural awareness, effective communication, and inclusivity. This recognition marks a significant step in fostering respect for diversity, overcoming biases, and promoting equity in both personal and professional environments.

WORK WITH US

Business Development Manager

  • £31252 - £34320 per year Equity / ITC terms and conditions
  • Closing date – 16th May 2025
  • Porth

We are seeking an ambitious and collaborative Business Development Manager to join the leadership team at Spectacle Theatre.

For job recruitment pack and how to apply

Rheolwr Datblygu Busnes

  • £31252 – £34320 y flwyddyn Telerau ac amodau Equity / ITC
  • Dyddiad cau – 16 Mai 2025
  • Porth

Rydyn ni’n chwilio am Reolwr Datblygu Busnes uchelgeisiol sydd ag angerdd am gydweithio i ymuno â thîm arwain Theatr Spectacle.

I weld pecyn recriwtio swydd a sut i wneud cais

Artistic Team Leader

  • £31252 - £34320 per year Equity / ITC terms and conditions
  • Closing date – 16th May 2025
  • Porth

We are seeking an ambitious and collaborative Artistic Team Leader to join the leadership team at Spectacle Theatre.

For further job recruitment pack and how to apply

Arweinydd Tîm Artistig

  • £31252 – £34320 y flwyddyn Telerau ac amodau Equity / ITC
  • Dyddiad cau – 16 Mai 2025
  • Porth

Rydyn ni’n chwilio am Arweinydd Tîm Artistig uchelgeisiol sydd ag angerdd am gydweithio i ymuno â thîm arwain Theatr Spectacle.

I weld pecyn recriwtio swydd pellach a sut i wneud cais

Actors and Creative Facilitators

    To deliver creative workshops and perform in Theatre In Education programmes.

    For details of how to apply

    Actorion a Hwyluswyr Creadigol

      Darparu gweithdai creadigol a pherfformio mewn rhaglenni Theatr Mewn Addysg.

      I gael manylion sut i wneud cais, ewch i

      Spectacle Theatre

      Takes theatre to where people are

      Believes theatre is for everyone

      Live and work
      in the Valleys

      Accepts all invitations
      to co-create

      ARE LED BY LIVED
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      WHAT WE DO

      Latest News & Updates

      Monday Night Group's Exciting Visit to The Royal Mint

      Thanks to the CTM/RCT Unpaid Carers Short Breaks Fund, unpaid carers and those they care for from Spectacle Theatre's Monday Night Group enjoyed an enriching and educational trip to The Royal Mint in Llantrisant on the last Monday of February.

      The Royal Mint Experience gave the group a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at how coins are made. During the 45-minute Guided Factory Experience, participants saw the journey of a coin from a blank to a finished product. They also explored the Interactive Exhibition, which showcases the history and craftsmanship behind British coinage. Highlights included viewing the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic medals and learning about the bravery and service medals awarded in the UK.

      Safeguarding Week

      To raise awareness during Safeguarding week, Spectacle Theatre joined forces with Barnardo’s Better Futures to bring professionals together in Cwm Taf Morgannwg that work with children and young people an opportunity to enhance their understanding of Child Sexual Exploitation.

      This was done by a rehearsed reading by Spectacle Theatre of the play ‘Out of Control’, followed by a participatory workshop exploring the issues around grooming and Child Sexual Exploitation.

      Culture Festival

      During October half term, Spectacle Theatre held free family friendly activities including puppet making, lantern making and drumming workshops. This culminated in a Culture Fest Finale, held at the Factory, Porth. Spectacle Theatre would like to thank all those who came along and our partners including Llwyncelyn School, RCT Learning Curve, Maerdy Primary School, Money Manage Wales and RCT Learning Steps.

      The event was also attended by Briony Sears and the Oasis Group, who provided musical entertainment. Many thanks to our volunteers who contributed to the success of the event.

      Please click below to hear more of volunteering opportunities.

      Cultural Competency Award

      Spectacle Theatre were pleased to receive the Cultural Competency Silver Certification Award by Diverse Cymru. Spectacle would like to thank all those who helped us to achieve this.

      Sky Arts Awards

      Spectacle Theatre were pleased to attend the first Sky Arts Awards on Tuesday 17th September 2024 at the Roundhouse, London with the ceremony celebrating all arts disciplines.

      The Sky Arts awards recognise British achievements in the Arts with this years awards being presented by Joe Lycett.

      Period Poverty

      Spectacle Theatre is pleased to announce that it's received RCT CBC Period Poverty Grant, products are free for all beneficiaries.

      Pobl Event

      Spectacle Theatre supported Pobl with their event on Wednesday 10th July, at Yma, Pontypridd. The event was a huge success with participants demonstrating their talents through singing, playing instruments and reading poetry. This was a great production and we look forward to the next one...

      In The Dark Woods By Paul Swift

      In the Dark Woods is a participatory play for young people aged 7+. It is the story of 2 sisters. Ella, who’s 6, and Izzy who’s 13.

      The story begins one day after school when Ella is alone in her bedroom…

      Rhondda Arts Festival Treorchy

      Spectacle Theatre would like to thank all those who came along to watch Car Play Theatre at this year’s Rhondda Arts Festival, Treorchy. We received fantastic feedback with over 100 people joining us over Friday and Saturday. Many thanks to Sarah Sutton Festival Director, the event organisers, writers, performers, staff, volunteers, and sponsors who made the event such a success.

      Monday Night Group

      Are you interested in being creative, having fun and meeting new people?

      The Monday Group is a weekly session open to those aged 14+. We meet at The Factory, Porth.

      5pm – 7pm

      Learning Steps

      Spectacle are working with Learning Steps, using creative ways to explore what matters to members of the group.

      For further information on RCT Learning Steps and Spectacle Theatre, please click read more below.

      Eisteddfod Genedlaethol 2024

      Spectacle Theatre recently performed car play theatre at the National Eisteddfod 2024 in Pontypridd, click to read more.

      Throughout the Summer of 2024

      Throughout the Summer of 2024, Spectacle Theatre hosted drumming workshops, puppet performances and puppet making sessions. The events were well attended with a wide range of audiences coming along. Further sessions to follow, so keep a lookout.

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