Elemental - Artist Development Programme
Elemental is our artist development programme, supporting early-career artists in developing their craft, expanding their industry insight and strengthening their practice.
We're delighted to be announcing our 2026 cohort, who will be working on Victoria: A Queen Unbound, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, and our autumn show.
Over the course of a year, Elemental artists gain hands-on experience working on a Watermill production, connect with leading industry professionals and benefit from networking and ongoing professional development opportunities.
Our 2026 Elemental Artists
Our first cohort of artists has had first-hand experience working alongside the creative team on Watermill productions throughout the year, including The King’s Speech, Pinocchio, Piaf and Jesus Christ Superstar. Beyond the Watermill, the programme has exposed Elemental artists to unique opportunities and cultivated meaningful connections within the wider sector, including shadowing the lighting designer for Starlight Express, meeting Elle While Pentabus’ Artistic Director and observing technical rehearsals for My Neighbour Totoro.
Elemental is a paid programme, with support for travel and access costs to help remove barriers for participating artists.
We welcome artists from all theatre disciplines, including Lighting and Sound, Movement Directors, Set or Costume Designers and Musical Directors.
This programme has been supported by:
Our 2024/25 Elemental Artists
