Dresser – The Hunger Games: On Stage

Runaway Entertainment is an exciting and dynamic production company dedicated to crafting captivating theatrical experiences. Our passionate team is dedicated to providing unforgettable entertainment experiences and being at the forefront of theatre innovation.

Our Commitment:

We particularly encourage applications from individuals from backgrounds underrepresented in theatre. We're committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive team and welcome fresh perspectives and voices.

The Production

The first-ever theatre adaptation of Suzanne Collins' internationally acclaimed book and Lionsgate’s motion-picture, The Hunger Games: On Stage opened at Troubadour Canary Wharf Theatre in Autumn 2025, adapted by multi award-winning playwright Conor McPherson and directed by Matthew Dunster.

Job Description

We are seeking a Dresser with experience on large scale productions. As a Dresser, you will be responsible for setting costumes ready for the performance, assisting cast members with costume changes backstage and maintaining and repairing costumes. The Designer's original specification and look of the production must be maintained.

Job Requirements

● Basic sewing skills.

● The ability to iron and wash clothes and clean shoes.

● The ability to work under minimum supervision and be adaptable in accordance with performance requirements.

● The ability to work as part of a large team.

● The ability to build respectful rapport with actors and work with other theatre staff.

● Good communication skills.

Job Responsibilities

As a Dresser, you will be expected to:

● Assist the actors in performances with their costumes, including quick changes.

● Set costume parts and accessories in the dressing rooms and theatre.

● Attend technical, dress and costume understudy rehearsals to observe and learn dressing tracks and to be available to the actor(s) as allocated on or off stage as appropriate.

● Dress all genders of actors as allocated by the Head of Wardrobe.

● Deal with emergency repairs.

● Identify where maintenance work needs to be carried out and return it to Wardrobe with a note of maintenance requirements.

● Help actors change at the end of performance and hang up their costumes, returning costumes and laundry to Wardrobe as appropriate.

● Ensure that work materials, costumes and dressing rooms are kept in a tidy, secure manner.

● Report losses and unsafe practices.

● Comply with health and safety and other policies.

How to Apply

The deadline for applying is midday on 11/11/2026 Please apply via the form link below.

https://forms.gle/GTgmZSK4MCK7thWp8

If you have any problems submitting your application, please email recruitment@runawayentertainment.com

We wish you all the best with your application.