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Freelancers Make Theatre Work @freelancersmake.bsky.social · 6h

"We are losing artists from poorer backgrounds. So who is telling their stories? Why are we allowing class to stifle artistic expression? Art is not a luxury. Let people in." - Shaparak Khorsandi, Comedian. FreelancersMakeTheatreWork #Freelancers #Culture #Arts #ArtsAndCulture

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Freelancers Make Theatre Work @freelancersmake.bsky.social · 10h

Arts funding must reach the people making the work. Culture Counts warns that recent increases in Scotland are not being felt by freelancers. Fair pay and accessible project funding must be priorities. buff.ly/1KZdlCM #FreelancersMakeTheatreWork

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Freelancers Make Theatre Work @freelancersmake.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

We advocate hard for our industry but we're not the only ones. Take a look at some of these amazing organisations doing fantastic work for inclusivity, diversity, fair pay and so much more... freelancersmaketheatrework.com/advocating-b... #FreelancersMakeTheatreWork

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Freelancers Make Theatre Work @freelancersmake.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

This #BlackHistoryMonth, we’re honouring the communities that have shaped British theatre by highlighting the Black Plays Archive. Explore first professional UK productions from 1930 to today, alongside casts, production teams, play extracts and interviews: buff.ly/udhfhW6

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Freelancers Make Theatre Work @freelancersmake.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Freelancing 101 is now live. Practical guidance and tools for UK freelancers across theatre and live performance, covering money, contracts, finding work, rights, wellbeing and more. Start with the question you need help with today: buff.ly/QaxSw9I

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Freelancers Make Theatre Work @freelancersmake.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Want to know about the latest industry news affecting you? Head to the ‘In the News’ section on the #FreelancersMakeTheatreWork website! We share daily updates with stories & insights that matter to arts freelancers. 🔗 freelancersmaketheatrework.com/in-the-news/ #Theatre #UKTheatre #UKArts

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Freelancers Make Theatre Work @freelancersmake.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Our LGBTQIA+ hub brings together advice, support, campaigning information and resources for freelancers and allies. buff.ly/qIIWzDR

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Freelancers Make Theatre Work @freelancersmake.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

'The Stage Debut Awards winners call for more support for freelancers' buff.ly/YB5AzU9 #FreelancersMakeTheatreWork #TheStageDebutAwards #LazyViolet

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Freelancers Make Theatre Work @freelancersmake.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Want to directly support the work #FreelancersMakeTheatreWork do as we continue to lobby, advocate and fight for freelance voices in the UK arts sector? freelancersmaketheatrework.com/supportfmtw/ #SaveTheArts

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Freelancers Make Theatre Work @freelancersmake.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Missed one of our amazing newsletters? Fear not! Here they all are... freelancersmaketheatrework.com/newsletter/ Why not sign up too? 😉 #FreelancersMakeTheatreWork

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Freelancers Make Theatre Work @freelancersmake.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Coming up next week: a free online Stress & Burnout Workshop with BAPAM. Recognise the signs and risks, explore practical strategies and learn when and where to get help. 29 September, 1pm to 2.15pm. buff.ly/Mw4zM0b

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Freelancers Make Theatre Work @freelancersmake.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

#FreelancersMakeTheatreWork runs on volunteer power, but we still have essential costs-web hosting, Zoom, and part-time freelance coordinators. Every contribution helps us support the freelance theatre community. 💛 Find out how to help: freelancersmaketheatrework.com/supportfmtw/

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Freelancers Make Theatre Work @freelancersmake.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

The number of people from backgrounds underrepresented in the creative industries that don't apply for jobs because of financial constraints is increasing. #FreelancersMakeTheatreWork #WeAreCreative #Freelancers #Freelancer #Culture #Arts #ArtsAndCulture

“Financial barriers exclude those from historically minoritised communities from accessing roles and progressing in the creative industries.” - Creative Access

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Freelancers Make Theatre Work @freelancersmake.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Last year, IPC’s Impact of Injury report started a vital conversation. Let’s keep it going.The IOI26 survey is 100% anonymous, and will help: • Prevent avoidable injuries • Reflect real safety needs • Set better standardsWhether on stage, screen or behind the scenes - take it today: buff.ly/qL7OpGz

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Freelancers Make Theatre Work @freelancersmake.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Interested in costume design? Join David Wolfe (Wolfie) online for a Film London conversation about his career, craft, creative process and the realities of working in the industry. Wed 30 Sept, 12pm to 1pm Zoom Register: buff.ly/60kj4oS

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Freelancers Make Theatre Work @freelancersmake.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

NEW FREE ONLINE WORKSHOP Making Tax Digital for Theatre Freelancers. An overview of Making Tax Digital for Live Performing Arts Freelancers Accounting4Actors’ Jon Harris provides an easy guide to the new Making Tax Digital system Book here: buff.ly/gUUZOtV #FreelancersMakeTheatreWork

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Freelancers Make Theatre Work @freelancersmake.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

“The hidden costs that disabled theatremakers are being forced to swallow and the barriers to even just being part of a wider team are stopping us from producing and participating in work.” - Actor, Mark Beer. www.thestage.co.uk/opinion/hidd... #FreelancersMakeTheatreWork #ArtsAccess

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Freelancers Make Theatre Work @freelancersmake.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Freelancing 101 is now live. Practical guidance and quick tools for freelancers across theatre and live performance, covering money, contracts, rights, insurance, wellbeing and more. buff.ly/QaxSw9I #Freelancing101

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Freelancers Make Theatre Work @freelancersmake.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

FMTW are partnering with Theatre Green Book to offer some FREE training for Arts Freelancers. If you were to be offered a training/information session on sustainable working in theatre and the Theatre Green Book, what would you find useful to be included? Let us know... buff.ly/M1HkQ7V

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Freelancers Make Theatre Work @freelancersmake.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

'Theatres make living somewhere brighter, warmer and more meaningful.' -Lyn Gardner on why and how local theatres build stronger communities: www.thestage.co.uk/opinion/loca... #FreelancersMakeTheatreWork

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Freelancers Make Theatre Work @freelancersmake.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

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Freelancers Make Theatre Work @freelancersmake.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Want to take action? Our Climate Campaigns page connects you with brilliant movements like Culture Declares Emergency and Letters to the Earth. Change doesn’t happen alone. 🔗 freelancersmaketheatrework.com/climatecrisis/campaigns #ClimateCampaigns #ArtsDeclare #FreelancersForFuture

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Everyone in our industry; buildings, organisations, freelancers, need to do more, MUCH MORE to combat racism.

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Freelancers Make Theatre Work @freelancersmake.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

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Freelancers Make Theatre Work @freelancersmake.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

'Labour can’t afford not to invest in the arts because the returns – not just to the economy but to the wider health and well-being of the nation and gross national happiness – are so abundantly clear.' - Lyn Gardner in @TheStage #FreelancersMakeTheatreWork

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Freelancers Make Theatre Work @freelancersmake.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Supporting freelancers is part of running a healthy organisation. Pay on time. Be clear about unpaid work. Include freelance voices in decisions. Here's ten practical actions for organisations that want to improve how they work with freelancers: buff.ly/Nn6ABqP #FreelancersMakeTheatreWork

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Freelancers Make Theatre Work @freelancersmake.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

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Freelancers Make Theatre Work @freelancersmake.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

#FreelancersMakeTheatreWork is here to listen, support & advocate for ALL freelancers in the arts. We're an inclusive, independent community representing the 200,000 self-employed workers in live performance - who make up 70% of the UK theatre workforce. buff.ly/eH147Pb

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Freelancers Make Theatre Work @freelancersmake.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Free online workshop for performing arts freelancers. Join FMTW and BAPAM to explore signs of stress and burnout, practical strategies and when to get help. 29 September, 1pm to 2.15pm. Book: buff.ly/Mw4zM0b

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Freelancers Make Theatre Work @freelancersmake.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Freelance lighting designer and FMTW founding member, Paule Constable, spoke to West End Best Friend about the importance of the work we continue to do... buff.ly/cP0JpRA #FreelancersMakeTheatreWork

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Freelancers Make Theatre Work @freelancersmake.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Who should you be talking to? We have a great list of Unions, Groups, Associations and Networks listed on our website here: freelancersmaketheatrework.com/associations... #FreelancersMakeTheatreWork

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Freelancers Make Theatre Work @freelancersmake.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

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Freelancers Make Theatre Work @freelancersmake.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

You are not alone in navigating post-Brexit work. Our Working in Europe guide has tips for EU gigs, visas, and more. Explore: freelancersmaketheatrework.com/working-in-europe #FreelancersMakeTheatreWork

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Freelancers Make Theatre Work @freelancersmake.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

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Freelancers Make Theatre Work @freelancersmake.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

"If an organisation with as clear success as Theatres Trust is sidelined, no sector support organisation can feel secure." - Amanda Parker in The Stage talks about the shake-up of IPSOs in the arts. 👉 www.thestage.co.uk/opinion/sect... FreelancersMakeTheatreWork

“The decision to demote Theatres Trust from the consultation table throws shade on our much-vaunted, newly-forged special relationship with the government, the cultural sector’s alleged importance as a key pillar to the Industrial Strategy, and the government’s ambitions for theatre to be plugged into local infrastructure to help drive growth.”

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Freelancers Make Theatre Work @freelancersmake.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Industry bodies continue to call on the government to step in and protect local arts funding, warning “treasured theatres” up and down the country are suffering as a result of cuts. #FreelancersMakeTheatreWork #WeAreCreative #Freelancers #Freelancer #Culture #Arts

Image Description: Text card - “We all appreciate the big financial pressures that many councils are under, but cutting away at our cultural life will only deepen our troubles and prolong our economic recovery. If local authorities cannot afford to maintain their vital services, national government needs to step in and support them.” - The quote is credited to Jack Gamble, director of Campaign for the Arts

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Freelancers Make Theatre Work @freelancersmake.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Conflict affects freelancers differently across the world. This section shares lived experience, context, and regional resources - because solidarity means listening and learning. 🔗 freelancersmaketheatrework.com/globalconflict/regions #GlobalSolidarity #ArtsAndConflict #FreelancersWorldwide

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Freelancers Make Theatre Work @freelancersmake.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Coming soon: Freelancing 101. A practical starting point covering money and admin, finding work, contracts, rights, insurance, wellbeing, networks and further help. No assumption that you already know how the system works. #FreelancersMakeTheatreWork

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Freelancers Make Theatre Work @freelancersmake.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Keep up with the news and developments affecting freelancers across theatre and live performance. Sign up for the FMTW newsletter or catch up with previous editions in our archive: buff.ly/7CA4vTw #FreelancersMakeTheatreWork

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Freelancers Make Theatre Work @freelancersmake.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

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Freelancers Make Theatre Work @freelancersmake.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

The Arts and the Climate Crisis Climate change affects us all and the arts can play a powerful role in creating a sustainable future. Explore our Climate Crisis Resources pages where you will find: Explore the resources on our website now here: freelancersmaketheatrework.com/climatecrisis/

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Freelancers Make Theatre Work @freelancersmake.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

We’re here to help you navigate the challenges of freelancing in the arts. From workshops & resources to financial & mental health support, we’ve got you covered. Explore the tools & advice available to you - click on ‘Support’ & take the next step. 👉 freelancersmaketheatrework.com/support/

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Freelancers Make Theatre Work @freelancersmake.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

The Theatre Green Book is a free, practical guide designed to help anyone working in live performance reduce their environmental impact, from freelancers and students to large organisations across all live art. Free introduction webinar: theatregreenbook.com/events1/intr... #TheatreGreenBook

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Freelancers Make Theatre Work @freelancersmake.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

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Freelancers Make Theatre Work @freelancersmake.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Looking for thought-provoking reads on climate justice, sustainability, and culture? Our Reading List is a growing collection of books, essays, articles & podcasts recommended by freelancers, for freelancers. 🔗 freelancersmaketheatrework.com/climatecrisis/readinglist #ClimateReading #ClimateJustice

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Freelancers Make Theatre Work @freelancersmake.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

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Freelancers Make Theatre Work @freelancersmake.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

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Freelancers Make Theatre Work @freelancersmake.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Creating spaces for under-represented theatreworkers needs to extend off-stage, says Sylvia Darkwa-Ohemeng in The Stage... www.thestage.co.uk/opinion/back... #FreelancersMakeTheatreWork

‘If the backstage teams do not reflect the stories being told on stage, how can there be a safe space for the creatives to flourish?’

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Freelancers Make Theatre Work @freelancersmake.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Curious about other advocacy groups and their work? Explore our growing list of remarkable organisations making a difference! 💪🎭 👉 freelancersmaketheatrework.com/advocating-b... #FreelancersMakeTheatreWork #Advocacy #TheArts #ArtsAdvocacy

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Freelancers Make Theatre Work @freelancersmake.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

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