About Us

The Society of British Theatre Designers is a professional association run by designers for designers.

The Society of British Theatre Designers supports Designers at every stage of their career, from students to professional designers running their own studio. We have a membership of over 600 worldwide, and have just announced our new National Exhibition, design | stage, taking place in Coventry in 2027.

SBTD enable, facilitate and champion designers at every stage of their career; helping in negotiations and representation, building the design and artistic community, provide mentoring opportunities, skills sharing and so much more.

We forge links with companies, venues, workshops and establishments that support, promote and enable theatrical productions and live events to happen.