At West End Best Friend, we believe that the theatre industry should be accessible to everyone, not just those who already know the right people. Whether you're an aspiring performer, an emerging director, a writer, a producer, a backstage creative or simply someone looking to build a career in theatre, finding opportunities to develop your skills, gain experience and make connections can often feel like a job in itself.

That's why we're thrilled to announce our new partnership with Theatre Pathways, a brilliant initiative dedicated to making professional development opportunities more accessible to people across the country.

We know how much talent exists within our industry, and we also know that talent alone isn't always enough. Access to information, networks and opportunities can make a huge difference in someone's career, and we want to do our bit to help make those opportunities easier to find. By partnering with Theatre Pathways, we're hoping to use the West End Best Friend platform to reach more people, shine a light on opportunities that might otherwise go unnoticed, and help more brilliant creatives take their next steps in the industry.