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Deputy Head of Wigs, Hair & Makeup, ROYO

  •  London
  •  Â£40k-50k
  •  Full time
  •  Closes November 7, 2026
  •  recruitment@royo.co.uk
  • #Theatre

Description

Job Summary

ROYO are looking for experienced Production staff for the 2027 West End Run of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.

Job Description

Based on the much-loved story by Roald Dahl, the musical adaptation with music by Marc Shaiman, lyrics by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman and book by David Grieg will undertake a limited run at the London Coliseum in 2027.

CREATIVE TEAM:
Book by David Grieg
Music by Marc Shaiman
Lyrics by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman
Direction by Nikolai Foster
Choreography by Ebony Molina
Musical Supervision by Stephen Brooker

PRODUCTION DATES:
Rehearsal Dates: w/c 26th April 2027 - w/c 17th May 2027
Get-In & Technical Rehearsals at London Coliseum: w/c 24th May 2027
Performance Dates at London Coliseum: 4th June 2027 - 18th September 2027

Job Requirements

The Wigs Deputy will support the wig department including but not limited to the following duties:

- Supporting the Production as instructed and dictated by the artistic requirements and direction of the Production.

- Preparation and maintenance of all wigs, hairpieces, and equipment required, including checks prior to each performance

- Attending rehearsals, show calls, maintenance calls 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
Deputising for the head of department, as required.

Job Responsibilities

- Experience in managing a professional theatre wig department on large-scale commercial productions.

- 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 CHARLIE-DEPUTYWHAM. The closing date for this role is 7th November at 5PM.

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