Chedworth Drama - A Christmas Carol - auditions 11th September.
Production runs 30th November to 5th December
Chedworth Village Hall
Apply for a 2026/27 AA2A residency at Gloucestershire College and gain access to specialist creative facilities, workshops and equipment across disciplines including printmaking, photography, film, textiles, illustration and digital technologies.
Applications close September 1st 2026
The Music Works is opening up places in its Creative Community for 18–30 year olds across Gloucestershire who are serious about music and the creative industries.
Sessions run Tuesdays, 6–8pm at The Music Works Gloucester Hub, and membership is £15. Spaces are limited, so get your application in by 25 August.
Gloucester
Opportunity for an experienced, independent, freelance Convenor to work in Gloucestershire.
Deadline for written, video or audio applications 12noon, Friday 4th September 2026.
Gloucestershire (monthly in-person meetings otherwise flexible)
Volunteer at Gloucester Guildhall’s Art & Language Café, a welcoming women-centred space for people who identify as women and are developing their English through conversation, creative activities, and social connection.
Applications close: Sun 30 Aug, 11:59pm
Application review: 30 Aug– 4 September
Gloucester
We are looking for members of the local community to support Gloucester's Official TedX event.
Application Deadline: 21st August
Gloucester
Stroud Town Council is looking for a graphic designer and illustrator – or a collaborative duo – to create a new community information board for Paganhill. This project is part of a wider Paganhill community landscaping and placemaking initiative, which works with local residents to improve public spaces, celebrate local identity and create a stronger sense of pride in the area.
Deadline 12pm (midday) on Wednesday 12 August 2026
Pagan Hill
As the Project and Wellbeing Officer, you will be an essential part of both the national and community and place teams.
Deadline:9am, Thursday 4 August 2026
Gloucester
Shape an inspiring craft participation programme. We're looking for a Participation Manager who can lead that programme into its next chapter, developing exciting new opportunities, building great relationships with tutors, and ensuring every participant has an outstanding experience.
Deadline for applications: 16th August 2026
BSO's Young Associates programme is a paid eight-month music leader training programme for 18-30 year olds based in the South West who are underrepresented in the arts. No music leading experience required – we’re looking for potential!
Shortlisted applicants will be invited to an interview/audition on Wednesday 9 or Thursday 10 September in Poole.
The Cheltenham Playhouse is seeking a Venue Technician to work within its Technical Department. We are a small team which provides technical support, advice and services to both the professional and amateur theatre and arts scene of Cheltenham.
The closing date for applications is 14th July (6pm).
The Cheltenham Playhouse
Seeking support with social media, digital content, marketing and administrative tasks for my varied work projects. Flexible regular hours, working out at 6 hours per week at £22 an hour.
Deadline Friday 10th July 2026
Stroud based
Travelling Light have two upcoming productions for 0-3’s and 4-11’s and their families. They are looking for partners (organisations/venues/settings) interested in collaborating in 2027/28, with an opportunity to see work in autumn 2026. They would love to hear from anyone who is keen to support children, young people and families who wouldn’t otherwise be able to access theatre and creative opportunities.
We are now seeking an experienced and compassionate People and Wellbeing Manager to join us on an interim basis and help lead us through an exciting period of organisational development.
Closing Date 13th July 2026, 9am
Gloucestershire
Development of an interpretation plan to RIBA stage 2 or 3 for ecclesiastical heritage project.
Deadline for proposals: 17 July 2026
Blockley
We are looking for an experienced and commercially focused professional to lead the development of our cultural and visitor economy offer. This is an opportunity to play a leading role in shaping the future of culture in the Cotswolds, helping to ensure it remains vibrant, sustainable and economically strong. Could this be you?
Deadline for Applications: 28 Jun 2026
Trinity Road, Stroud
Gloucester Photography Network’s first ever open call for photographers based in Gloucestershire and Wiltshire. Work responding to the theme ‘Under This Sky’.
Deadline for submissions 9am 1st July. Free to apply but photographers are responsible for printing and presentation of their own work.
For an exhibition at the Tetbury Goods Shed from 28th October to 6th December.
The Music Works are looking for an experienced and motivated Grants Manager to join the fundraising team and take ownership of our grants and trusts income.
Contract: Permanent // Deadline: Monday 29th June, 5pm
The Music Works – Gloucester Hub / Hybrid
16 hour per week Administrator role with Creative Health charity to support a small, friendly team.
Terms: 18 month freelance contract, £260 per week for 16 hours
Deadline to apply: 26 June (interviews w/c 6 July 2026)
For students and young people thinking about a creative career…come along to chat with friendly creative professionals who work across fashion, textiles, graphic design and make up!
Friday 29th May, 6.30 - 8 pm
Many Hands Reading Room, Nailsworth
Raise the Bar’s 2026 writing retreats are now open for applications until the end of May, with priority for poets in South West England. An opportunity to refresh, meet other creatives, create new work, enjoy world-class tutoring and learn key career skills to take your practice to the next level.
⚠️ Application deadline: 9pm on Sunday 31st May ⚠️
Are you passionate about culture, heritage and leisure, and the role they play in helping communities thrive? The Cheltenham Trust is seeking new Trustees to help shape our future as we launch an ambitious new five year strategy focused on wellbeing, reducing inequality and strengthening belonging.
Closing date: Friday 29 May 2026
Interviews: will be held in June 2026 by a recruitment panel
Cheltenham
The Music Works is seeking an ambitious and enthusiastic Marketing Officer!
Deadline:Wednesday 3rd June 2026, at midnight
Gloucester
OFF GRID is a new series of free monthly workshops for young people who love art, creativity and trying new things. Each session introduces a different artistic practice – from animation and photography to drawing, performance, sewing and wood carving – led by a different resident artist from The Wilson.
Various Dates 🕕 6–8pm 🎟 Free to attend
The Wilson, Cheltenham
Cotswold Canals Connected are inviting two artists to create original mural or murals that are visually striking and accessible to a wide audience and have a strong design and community relevance for this part of the canal corridor.
Application Deadline: Sunday, 7th June 2026, 12pm
Selection & Notification: Monday 29th June, 2026
Painting Period: 10th, 11th, 12th July 2026
Stroud
Write and submit your funding bid with support, strategy & cheerleading with Christina Poulton
Funding Bids: Make It Happen Week | 11 - 15 May 2026 // £95
Online
Got a bold idea for something young people ( 18-30) would love? Gloucester Guildhall's Youth Advisory Board, in partnership with CHISPA, has launched a new commissioning pot to bring fresh, creative activities into our youth programme.
Deadline: Mon 4 May 2026 12pm
Gloucester Guildhall
Voices Gloucester Board wishes to appoint an Admin & Events Assistant to support the team with essential administrative tasks and provide logistical, administrative, and onsite support to our Director, ensuring that events run smoothly.
Closing date: 9am Friday 15th May 2026
Overview Gloucester Guildhall invites proposals from artists, designers and creative collectives to create joyful, high‑impact interactive installations and activities for Lost In Music, our annual five‑day family festival in August. The programme forms part of the city‑wide Summer of Sound and coincides with Gloucester’s popular Retro Festival. The installation should be open‑access, with additional ticketed engagement activities, transforming the Guildhall into a playful, immersive environment for families and intergenerational audiences.
Deadline: 14.05.26 @ 9am
Gloucester Guildhall
Creative Career evenings for students and young people to meet and chat with 5 local creatives about their careers. All questions welcome! At Many Hands Reading Room in Nailsworth in May.
