TS 13055

TS 13055 is a vocational standard for the theatre player occupation, focused on people who perform on stage in state theatres or private theatres. As a standard for a performing arts role, it helps define what the occupation is, how it is positioned professionally, and how its responsibilities are understood within theatre organisations.

The professional nature of theatre performance

Theatre acting is more than memorising lines. It combines voice control, physical expression, stage discipline, role analysis, and coordinated work with the production team. In general technical terms, the actor translates the director’s artistic vision into a live stage performance, conveying character, emotion, rhythm, and relationships directly to the audience. Because theatre is performed live, timing, concentration, repeatability, and ensemble coordination are central qualities.

What this standard covers

The scope of the standard addresses classification, qualification, and evaluation criteria for theatre players working in state or private theatres. This matters because theatre acting can involve different responsibilities within rehearsal, repertory, and performance structures. By defining the occupation, the standard creates a common professional reference point for job descriptions, qualification language, and institutional practice.

• It applies to theatre players in state theatres and private theatres.
• Its focus is the definition of the occupation and the criteria used to evaluate it.
• The role is understood in the context of live performance and ensemble work.
• It provides a shared professional framework for classifying the occupation.