
Deputy Electrician (LX2)
New Adventures
Touring | £868.22 per week | Closing: 21 August 2026
Summary
Matthew Bourne’s New Adventures are seeking an experienced LX2 (Deputy Electrician) to join their touring production of The Car Man.
This is a hands-on role supporting the Head of Lighting delivering all lighting elements of the production.
More Details
Key Responsibilities:
- Assisting with fit-ups, focus sessions, performances and get-outs.
- Acting as cover for Head of Lighting on their day off, operating the lighting desk.
- Maintenance of all lighting equipment.
- Supervise and work alongside local venue crews.
- Support the wider technical team and deputise when required.
What we’re looking for:
- Experience in lighting for live theatre.
- Good fault-finding and troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to work effectively and efficiently within a touring environment.
- Commitment to high standards of health and safety.
Desirable:
- Previous experience in touring.
To Apply:
Please send a CV and a covering letter of no more than one page, outlining your relevant experience.
Applications should be sent to the admin@greatleapforward.co.uk
New Adventures is committed to diversity and equal opportunities in all that we do. We actively welcome applications from individuals from communities and backgrounds currently under-represented in the theatre industry.
Allowances: We follow the Equity / CTA rate for living away allowance which is currently £350 per week for each touring week that is further than 25 miles from your home address.
Travel will be paid at the equivalent of a single standard class advance purchase rail fare.
Schedule
| 28-Sep-26 | 04-Oct-26 | Norwich |
| 05-Oct-26 | 11-Oct-26 | LAY OFF |
| 12-Oct-26 | 18-Oct-26 | Birmingham |
| 19-Oct-26 | 25-Oct-26 | Bradford |
| 26-Oct-26 | 01-Nov-26 | Glasgow |
| 02-Nov-26 | 08-Nov-26 | Edinburgh |
| 09-Nov-26 | 15-Nov-26 | Canterbury |
| 16-Nov-26 | 22-Nov-26 | Eastbourne |














