Wardrobe Manager - PUNCH Tour

• Full time
• £30k-£40k
• Apply now

Fri, 30 Oct 2026 "> published - Fri, 30 Oct 2026

Job Summary

Nottingham Playhouse is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic wardrobe professional to head up the Wardrobe Department for the 2027 UK & Ireland tour of PUNCH.

Job Description

The show has a wardrobe team of two: this role will manage a combined Wardrobe Assistant / Dresser role who will provide support to the department and work show calls.

Job Requirements

A detail-oriented, strong communicator, with great organizational and people skills and the ability to work both as part of a team as well as individually. High level of self-awareness, kindness, empathy, integrity and confidentiality.

Proven track record of working in a senior role costume or wardrobe department for a similar sized producing theatre or production.

Experience of leading a wardrobe department on a tour.

Extensive knowledge of current theatre practices.

Strong alteration and maintenance skills, and accomplished hand and machine sewing skills.

Ability to delegate and take control when needed.

Diplomacy, discretion, professionalism and a positive approach.

A motivated and enthusiastic self-starter who enjoys working with performing companies.

A proven decision maker.

Accuracy and excellent attention to detail.

Experience of informing budgets for touring productions and delivering on budget.

Job Responsibilities

To work on performance calls and manage the department rota across get ins, fit-ups, show calls and pack-downs.

To be responsible for the show's costumes, keeping them well-maintained and properly laundered for each performance.

To liaise with performers and stage management on all costume and wardrobe-related matters to ensure that problems are dealt with quickly and effectively.

To be prepared for any understudy rehearsals or performances and ensure that costumes for understudies are available on demand.

To ensure that laundry is done in a timely and efficient manner throughout the tour.

To manage Wardrobe department hours, keeping them within intended limits and minimising additional overtime as much as possible.

To supervise and support the work of the Wardrobe Assistant/Dresser and any casual wardrobe staff called in at the venues.

To manage department spending within agreed limits.

To order supplies as required for the production.

Useful Links

• https://nottinghamplayhouse.co.uk/

Job Overview

• Job Title: Wardrobe Manager - PUNCH Tour
• Salary: £30k-£40k
• Hours: Full time
• Role: Technical & Production
• Contract: Contract
• Closing date: Thu, 19 Nov 2026
• Location: UK-wide

How to Apply

How to apply
Please complete our online application form, explaining how your skills and experience meet the job description and person specification. A CV alone will not be accepted.

Your application will be anonymised during shortlisting to help eliminate conscious and unconscious bias.

Closing date: Thursday 19 November 2026 at 10.00am
Interview dates: Week commencing 23 November 2026

The vacancy may close early if a suitable candidate is identified, so early applications are encouraged.

We look forward to hearing from you!

• Contact name: [email protected]
• Contact email: recruitment@nottinghamplayhouse.co.uk

• Apply now

About Nottingham Playhouse

We create theatre that’s bold, thrilling and proudly made in Nottingham. Awarded Theatre of the Year 2025 in The Stage awards, Nottingham Playhouse is one of the country’s leading producing theatres and creates a range of productions throughout the year, from timeless classics to innovative family shows and adventurous new commissions.

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