Head of Wardrobe - SYLVIA UK Tour
Sylvia UK Tour Ltd
Posted on: Dec. 02, 2025
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Description:
Job Summary
SYLVIA is looking for a Head of Wardrobe for our 7 week UK Tour in Autumn 2026, including 5 performances at London’s Royal Albert Hall.
Job Description
THE ROLE
The Head of Wardrobe will be responsible for the maintenance of all costumes on the show. They will have a track during performances and will be supported by a Deputy Head of Wardrobe and Wardrobe Assistant. The engagement will be from 14 September - 15 November 2026.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
To assist in setting up the Wardrobe department and preparing costumes during technical rehearsals.
To oversee the day-to-day running of wardrobe on the show.
To run the Wardrobe track during performances
To carry out wardrobe maintenance and running repairs as required.
To maintain the costumes and accessories to the standard required by the Set & Costume Designer and Costume Supervisor.
To be responsible for the understudy costumes and their subsequent presentation when they are required.
To clean and launder costumes in the manner and frequency required to maintain the appearance of the costumes, including arranging outside dry cleaning if necessary.
To follow up all notes made by the team regarding costumes, checking for accuracy and to maintain the master Show Bible.
To maintain necessary stock, consumable and equipment and manage a petty cash float and make purchases as required.
To manage the Wardrobe department during get-ins and load-outs at each venue.
To work collaboratively as a department with other technical departments, stage management, the acting company, resident creative team members and venues to ensure the efficient flow of information.
Being present for rehearsals, technical rehearsals and show calls as required.
To create and encourage a supportive, inclusive and positive culture for all staff on the production.
Complying with the Manager's Health and Safety and other policies at all times and ensuring departmental staff do the same.
To create and encourage a supportive, inclusive and positive culture for all staff on the production.
Job Requirements
WE ARE LOOKING FOR
An experienced Head of Wardrobe with experience on large scale and/or touring musicals.
Excellent sewing skills and a working knowledge of theatre and period costume.
Candidates who can be flexible and work well as part of a team.
Solution-focused candidates who work calmly under pressure.
Awareness of current Health & Safety legislation.
An excellent communicator with the ability to collaborate with creative individuals and teams.
A desire to work in and uphold an actively anti-racist and inclusive working environment.
How to Apply
To apply, please send a CV and personal statement, either in the form of a one-page cover letter or a short video or sound file (2 minutes max) by midday on Monday 15 December 2025 to [email protected].
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and we may close the advert early if the position is filled.
Contact name: Isobel Griffiths
Contact email: [email protected]
Application Deadline:
Dec. 15, 2025
Job Duration:
One-time engagement
Job/Audition Type:
Full Time
Job Category:
Creative/Artistic
Payment status:
Paid
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