Trustee

tutti frutti is an exciting and dynamic touring theatre company specialising in work for children aged 3+ years and their families. We tour newly commissioned plays regionally, nationally and internationally. We have developed our touring profile abroad and are currently planning our fourth tour of the US. We work with artists that are specialists in making work for children and creating visually exciting, engaging and meaningful theatre. These artists also work with us on our Tutti Frutti Club – a free creative arts programme for children based in the Harehills and Bumantofts areas of Leeds.

‘Leeds-based tutti frutti has a reputation as one of the most inspired ensembles specialising in work for very young children’ – The Guardian

Mission:      to delight children with magical and meaningful theatre

We are a National Portfolio Organisation of Arts Council England and funded by Leeds City Council. We are a charity and a company limited by guarantee and we have reserves of twelve months operating costs. Our values sit under the headings: working together, children and family, to be the best we can be, and change is possible.  

We are seeking new Trustees to complement the experience of our existing Board and to work closely with the core team to realise our artistic programme and determine the development of the company over the forthcoming years. We are looking for passionate, individuals who are willing to share their energy and skills to help us navigate a challenging climate and come on an exciting, creative journey.

We welcome diversity in all its forms, and we positively encourage deaf, disabled and neurodivergent people, those from the Global Majority, people who identify as LGBTQIA+ and/or as working class or face barriers due to socio-economic status. 

We seek new Board members with specific expertise (but not exclusively) in finance and in marketing and communications (including data collection and analysis and social media).

What will you get out of it?

• A rewarding experience - helping a creative company prosper and be successful.
• Being ‘at the centre of the action’, helping to support strategic decisions about the things that matter and enable the company to thrive.
• Putting your skills and experience to good use by supporting the company’s mission and vision.
• The personal learning and satisfaction that comes from applying your skills and experience in a new context.
• Attendance at Tutti Frutti performances and events.
• Training to be a Trustee