Open Theatre Board Member

Open Theatre


Job Summary

Open Theatre is looking for a new Board Member to help shape the next chapter of our work. We work alongside children and young people with learning disabilities through our unique non-verbal theatre practice, creating opportunities for creativity, confidence and personal agency.

Job Description

This is a voluntary three-year position, with reasonable travel expenses provided.

Board Members attend four Board meetings and two annual Away Days each year, as well as engaging with Open Theatre’s work and occasionally representing the organisation at events. Meetings usually take place in Birmingham City Centre, with digital access available for those with access needs.

We’re particularly looking for someone based in, or with easy access to, the West Midlands.

Job Requirements

We’d particularly welcome experience in:
– Fundraising and philanthropy
– Arts funding and financial management
– Learning disabilities
– Policy and advocacy
– Health and wellbeing
– Charity governance

You don’t need to have experience in all of these areas – we’re interested in what you could bring to Open Theatre and our mission.

Job Overview

  • Job Title: Open Theatre Board Member
  • Salary: Unpaid
  • Hours:
    Part time
  • Artform: Charity
  • Role: Fundraising
  • Contract: Hybrid
  • Closing date: Mon, 19 Oct 2026

  • Location:

    West Midlands

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