Workshops
THE ANDREW TREAGUS WEST END WORKSHOP


The West End workshop is our longest running programme, designed as an introduction into the commercial theatre industry.
In 2023, Stage One renamed their West End Workshop in memory of Andrew Treagus. Renowned General Manager & Producer for over 40 years, Andrew was instrumental in creating this unique insight into producing in the West End for future theatre leaders.
Click here to read more about Andrew Treagus and his outstanding contribution to the industry.
In 2025, we will be holding two Andrew Treagus West End Workshops across the following dates:
- 5th - 7th June 2025
- 13th - 15th November 2025
This workshop is held over three days in London’s West End. Led by our Chief Executive, Joseph Smith and other experienced industry professional, the workshop includes sessions which cover:
- Fundraising & investor management
- Budgeting a commercial production
- Contracting a West End theatre
- Marketing & PR
- Co-producing, touring & transfers
The workshop also includes time for networking with other delegates, and seeing a West End show.
How to apply

Applications are now open for our first West End Workshop of 2025, taking place 5th - 7th June 2025. If you would like to attend the West End Workshop, please submit an application via our members' portal. This application will ask questions about your current skills and experience, as well as your aspirations to produce in the West End.
Deadline to apply for the June Workshop is Monday 14th April, 12 noon.
We’re interested in what you say rather than how you say it.
Please answer in a format that best suits you and enables you to respond fully to the questions. This could be via this form or video (BSL/spoken English/SSE), audio recording, bullet points, etc.
If you'd like to submit an application in an alternative format or have any technical difficulties, please contact us on [email protected] or 020 7557 6737.
Access: If you require any aspect of the application process in an alternative format, please contact us on [email protected] / 020 7557 6737. Similarly, if you have any technical difficulties, please contact us.
“When I was moving into producing, the single most practical, inspiring, sobering, empowering and essential thing I did was to attend the Stage One workshop. For me it was, literally, career-changing.”


Tracey Childs
Executive Producer and Joint Chief Executive
Mercury Theatre Colchester
The cost includes food & drink across all three days.
Please note that subsidy is available for eligible candidates.
For more information please email [email protected].

The cost for the
workshop is
£425
