Head of Wigs, Hair & Make Up

ROYO & CURVE are looking for experienced Production staff for the 2026 UK & Ireland Tour of Legally Blonde The Musical.

Job Requirements:

Maintaining the Production as instructed and dictated by the artistic requirements and direction of the Production

Taking responsibility for the preparation and maintenance of all wigs, hairpieces, and equipment required, including checks prior to each performance

Attending all rehearsals, show calls, maintenance calls, get-ins, fit-ups and get-outs as required, including emergency calls in the event of equipment failure or other incident, particularly if there is a risk of the cancellation of a performance

Having an awareness of understudy and swing performances ahead of each show and making necessary adjustments, if any

Reading and responding to show reports

Compiling and keeping updated cue sheets and other relevant show paperwork including the show running bible, both soft and hard copy, to such a level as to ensure an accurate reference to allow the Production to be remounted at a later date including the Wardrobe show running bible.

• Experience in managing a professional theatre wig department on touring productions.
• Experience in wig-knotting and barbering skills.
• Self-motivated problem-solving attitude and calm work under pressure
• Excellent communication skills and cross-departmental collaboration in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent punctuality and time management

Please direct your application with a CV and a short cover letter to recruitment.lb@royo.co.uk using the reference LB-WHAM.