ThickSkin presents
GENERATOR
A Theatre Company For Young Professionals
Fearless. Collaborative. Powered by young voices.
Generator is ThickSkin’s ambitious company for young professional theatre makers, designed to launch the next generation of fearless talent.
The Generator Company will create a brand-new piece of theatre — devised from the ground up, in collaboration with our Artistic Director. Developed and performed at our studio in the heart of Wigan, this show will spotlight raw talent, local stories, and ThickSkin’s trademark visual and physical style.
Expect energy. Expect talent. Expect the unexpected.
Join us at The Engine Room for a thrilling celebration of youth, creativity, and storytelling.
‘An inspiring evening out’ Audience Member
‘A truly fantastic authentic passionate production’ Audience Member
‘Slick, engaged, talent thriving on stage’ Audience Member
1 – 3 March 2027
The Engine Room, Wigan
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Interested in performing?
Read on for open audition details and find out how you can be part of the next Generator Company.
Sign up to our open auditions for this paid opportunity to perform in ThickSkin’s Generator Company.
Places are allocated on first come first served basis until full.
ThickSkin is looking for ten talented young performers aged 18-25 to join our Generator Company next Spring. Over two intensive weeks in Wigan, you’ll create and perform a brand-new theatre piece, while fully immersing yourself in our innovative creative process.
Key info:
Dates:
Rehearsals: 18–25 Feb 2027 (10am–6pm)
Tech rehearsals: 26-27 Feb 2027 (10am–6pm)
Performances: 1-3 Mar 2027 (evenings & matinee)
Auditions:
In person: Tue 24-Sat 28 Nov 2026
(you must be aged 18-25 at the time of audition)
Cut off date for signing up is 17 November and auditions are allocated on a first come, first served basis
Perks:
Paid job, professional headshots, and industry advice.
Location:
The Engine Room, Wigan.
Ready to take the stage?
Apply now by filling out the webform below, downloading the form here, or emailing talent@thickskintheatre.co.uk. You can also call us at 01942 410 410 to register.
T&C’s: By applying, you confirm availability for the full schedule and that you are aged 18-25.
MORE INFO AND FAQ’SGenerator 2027 Application Form
Video from generator 2025
“ThickSkin love to experiment, reinvent and mash-up traditional storytelling with innovative styles” –ManchesterTheatres.com
‘I truly believe this was one of the best experiences of my life, it was a privilege to be a part of this company, and this is coming from the heart, there was so much knowledge I learnt in the short span of 2 weeks, and I can’t wait to see what I do with it in the future.’ – Generator Graduate
‘Determined to challenge traditional theatre-making, ThickSkin is empowering the next generation of theatre-makers, performers, and creative professionals. This ethos is embodied in Generator, their performance company designed for young creatives. Through mentorship, professional collaboration, and hands-on experience, Generator equips emerging artists with the tools, confidence, and ambition to carve out careers in the arts; ensuring that talent is not only discovered in Wigan but championed, developed, and retained.’ – The Fire Within: The Forge
Supported by the National Lottery through Arts Council England, Wigan Council, Granada Foundation and the Three Monkies Trust.
