Get involved in arts, culture and heritage in Reading
There are lots of ways to get involved with arts, culture and heritage here in Reading. And we'll do our best to gether all the opportunities for that in one place!
Whether you want to join a choir, audition for a play, volunteer at an event or venue or find some other way to be part of Reading's arts and cultural scene, you'll find it here on this page.
Auditions
Ever wanted to take to the stage here in Reading? We'll gather up all the open audition info we can from local theatres and performing troupes in Reading and share them on this page. And maybe you'll get your shot in the spotlight!
Volunteering
Current volunteering opportunities, from one-off projects to those organisations that are always happy to sign-up new volunteers. Supported by our friends at Reading Voluntary Action.
Paid roles
Our list of current paid vacancies in the arts, culture and heritage sector in and around the Reading area.
Perform at Reading Pride 2024!
Applications to perform at this year's Love Unites Festival have been extended!
You can apply for any of our three performance stages:
- The main event, hosted by Reading’s very own Drag Queens, featuring a varied lineup of performances with something for everyone.
- Our incredible stage featuring fantastic local artists and bands who are friends and allies, or identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community.
- Our friends at Iota Events take to the stage to shine a spotlight on the queer scene of Reading and beyond.
The deadline for applications is 31st May 2024.
Artists Call Out!
Are you ready to showcase your creativity and celebrate love, diversity, and equality? The Rising Sun Arts Centre is thrilled to announce its next exhibition, just in time for Pride Month!
Whether you paint, sculpt, photograph, or create in any medium, your unique perspective is valued and welcomed here. We're looking for passionate artists to join us and be part of the exhibition.
Interested in participating?
Be part of East Reading Festival
East Reading Festival will return on 23 June 2024 and the team are looking for new committee members, stall holders, performers, community groups, volunteers, sponsors and anyone else who would like to get involved to help make it as successful as it possibly can be.
