Wigs & Wardrobe Swing - KINKY BOOTSexpired
ROYO
United Kingdom, UK-wide
Posted on: Feb. 26, 2025
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Description:
Job Summary
ROYO is looking for an experienced Wigs & Wardrobe Swing to join the 2025 UK Tour Of the Broadway and West End phenomenon, Kinky Boots the Musical.
Job Description
The Wigs & Wardrobe Swing will support both the WHAM and Wardrobe team for a first-class production with duties including but not limited to:
Supporting the Production as instructed and dictated by the artistic requirements and direction of the Production
Preparation and maintenance of all costumes and equipment required, including checks prior to each performance
Learn and perform dressing cues; from simple to extensive plots
Performing costume maintenance and laundry duties including ironing
Preparation and maintenance of all wigs, hairpieces, and equipment required, including checks prior to each performance
Attending all rehearsals, show calls, maintenance calls, get-ins, fit-ups and get-outs as required, including emergency calls in the event of equipment failure or other incident, particularly if there is a risk of the cancellation of a performance
Having an awareness of understudy and swing performances ahead of each show and making necessary adjustments, if any
Job Requirements
Experience in the Wardrobe department of a large-scale commercial touring theatre
Excellent hand and machine sewing skills
Experience working in a professional theatre wig department on touring productions. Motivating and directing as necessary
Experience in wig-knotting and barbering skills.
Self-motivated problem-solving attitude and calm work under pressure
Excellent communication skills and cross-departmental collaboration in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent punctuality and time management.
Familiarity with and adherence to current Health & Safety guidelines relevant to the production is essential, which may include working at height, using appropriate safety equipment and clothing and attending training as deemed necessary.
How to Apply
Please direct your application with a CV and a short cover letter to [email protected] using the reference KB-WIGSWARDASST.
Contact name: Sam Hayward
Contact email: [email protected]
Application Deadline:
Feb. 28, 2025
Job Duration:
Open ended
Job/Audition Type:
Full Time
Job Category:
Creative/Artistic
Payment status:
Paid
Job Location:
United Kingdom,
UK-wide
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