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Digs – Call Out
Do you have a spare room? Fancy earning some extra cash?
Derby Theatre is currently recruiting for room providers for its Digs List, offering short-term accommodation to actors and creatives who collaborate with the theatre throughout the year.
About the Opportunity
Derby Theatre frequently engages actors, artists and creatives from across the UK, some on long-term projects (e.g., produced shows for 5–10 weeks) and others on shorter ones (touring productions for 1–7 nights). These professionals often travel frequently, making affordable, homely lodging a priority.
Flexible housing arrangements are welcome—rooms in family homes, shared houses, self-contained flats/apartments, or even collaborative digs between multiple actors (if multiple rooms are available). Given their unpredictable schedules, creatives frequently arrive late and spend nights/early mornings resting.
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Requirements & Considerations
Digestion:
- Location: available from housing within or near Derby (preferably close to the theatre?)
- Accessibility: proximity to transportation or tourism-friendly routes
- Pets: Do you have any? Do you allow them on the premises?
- Lifestyle: smoking/non-smoking status; parking availability; whether visitors are permitted
- Amenities: shared access to laundry and kitchen facilities are ideal (hotel-level service is not expected!)
Pricing & Logistics Guests typically pay via the theatrical industry standard range of £85–£140 per week, though rates can be adjusted as needed. Booking durations vary from overnight stables to full-length plays, so you can select only what aligns with your availability.
How to Host If accepted onto the list, you’ll provide:
- Descriptive property details (e.g., layout, size, location)
- Rent price range
- Facility highlights (e.g., Wi-Fi, common space access)
- Nearby theatre/practice amenities (helpful but not urgent)
- Photographs of the room/bathroom/parking/neighbourhood
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As thank you, Derby Theatre grants free press/guest tickets to all Digest providers for every in-house show, fostering goodwill and professional networking.
Expectations for Hosts Creatives rely on these spaces for their routine lives in Derby, and despite occasional antisocial hours, kindness and cooperation are respected.
Why Join?
- Earn extra income on a flexible schedule
- Support Theatre professionals and build community ties with artists
- Attend productions for free to meet visiting performers
For full terms and application, contact Daniel Ellis, Company Stage Manager: 📧 d.ellis@derby.ac.uk
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