Trustee

We are looking for people who are passionate about theatre, community and are excited to be part of Unfolding Theatre’s development.

We want our board to reflect the diversity of the communities and artists we work with. We welcome expressions from everyone, but especially from people from ethnically diverse backgrounds, disabled people, young people and people who are LGBTQ+.

We are interested in hearing from people who can help Unfolding Theatre’s work thrive by making more connections across different sectors. This includes:

• People with experience in either fundraising, festivals and touring, business development, charity governance or HR.

• People who are part of the communities with whom we co-create theatre. This particularly includes residents of Byker, Cowgate, Sunderland and the North East deaf community.

• People with experience in… something else entirely! If you’ve got experience or ideas that you think could help Unfolding Theatre grow, let us know.

Undertaking the role of a Trustee carries legal duties and responsibilities. Trustees have responsibility for the governance and overall strategic management of the organisation. They oversee the organisation’s affairs and finances and provide leadership and supervision to staff undertaking the day-to-day operations of the organisation.
The position of Trustee is an unpaid, voluntary role, but Trustees may claim reasonable expenses, including, but not limited to, costs associated with attending meetings such as travel and childcare.

Trustees are expected to attend five, two-hour Board meetings and one Planning Away Day per year at the Unfolding Theatre office in Byker, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE6 1LL (wheelchair accessible, step free) or via Zoom.