Live Performance and Theatrical Services for Historic Royal Palaces

Historic Royal Palaces (HRP) is seeking experienced organizations to provide live interpretation and theatrical performance services across six historic sites: Tower of London, Hampton Court Palace, Kensington Palace State Apartments, the Banqueting House at Whitehall, Kew Palace, and Hillsborough Castle and Gardens. HRP is an independent charity committed to preserving and sharing the stories of these magnificent palaces while making them accessible to diverse audiences of all ages and backgrounds. Scope of Services: - Short (9-18 days) and long (30+ days) site-specific live interpretation and theatrical productions inspired by HRP's sites and stories in various styles - Short productions featuring fun, broad, and family-friendly themes that may incorporate music, dance, or other art forms Key Requirements: - Embrace participatory approaches and understand audiences may not be theatre-goers - Understand both the limitations and possibilities of historic spaces as performance venues - Demonstrate expertise in diverse performance styles suited to varied audiences and environments - Prioritize inclusive practice in production and delivery - Ability to scale operations and run multiple simultaneous productions Procurement Details: - Framework Agreement with maximum of four organizations appointed - PSQ submission deadline: 12 August 2026 at 12:00 noon - Tender documents available via Delta e-Sourcing platform after PSQ stage - Anticipated agreement start: April 2027 - Framework period: 3 years with option to extend for 2 additional years (1+1) - Agencies and consortiums are ineligible; subcontracting permitted with HRP approval - Registration required at https://www.delta-esourcing.com/register/