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18 April 18 · Opportunities
The Lunchbox is a regular three hourly session open to theatre artists of all disciplines (writers, performers, composers, theatre makers….) with an interest in developing their practice or a specific project, with the support, experience and skill set of other artists. If you ha
Read with a free account →18 April 18 · Opportunities / Writing Workshops
Author and screenwriter Jody Medland will be speaking to a limited number of aspiring writers in a 2-hour seminar on How to write a great story. The course will help you to: * Understand the roles of publishers and agents * Map out your story in the most exciting way * Learn tips
Read with a free account →18 April 18 · Education / Events
Ever heard the one about the comedy writer, the BBC and the instant million pound successful TV show? Probably not. Getting into the comedy writing is a serious business. So for one hour only BBC Writersroom Wales brings you a panel of esteemed industry professionals to provide p
Read this article →18 April 18 · Opportunities / Pick of the Week
Each week we look through our pile of writing opportunities to pick out one we think is particularly worth your time. It could be an innovative brief, great prize money, a high-profile company, or just plain fun. This week’s pick: Hence seeking scripts on ‘Redemption’ for new wri
Read with a free account →18 April 18 · Opportunities
Freedom Studios will host an 8 week ‘Introduction to Playwriting Course’ this Spring and they would love to hear from creative writers in the area who would like to have a first go at playwriting. Interested applicants must be 18 or over with little or no experience of writing fo
Read with a free account →18 April 18 · Opportunities
Sterts is looking for 30-minute one act plays for up to four adult actors suitable for performance in a low ceilinged studio space. There is no restriction on theme. Plays must be original, unpublished and must NOT have been publicly performed before. There is a first prize-£100
Read with a free account →17 April 18 · Opportunities
Attic Theatre is looking to commission a mini musical to tour South London in 2019 and they are looking for submissions from makers. Are you a lyricist, composer or playwright who might be interested? How to apply: Email jonny@attictheatrecompany.com with links to samples of your
Read with a free account →17 April 18 · Opportunities
London Playwrights’ Lab is looking for ten writers with full length play ideas for their first 2018 programme. The Lab runs over four intensive days between May 5th to May 19th at Theatre Deli, Broadgate – minutes from Liverpool Street Station. All you need to do is email LDNplay
Read with a free account →17 April 18 · Opportunities
The Questors Theatre in Ealing is running a series of events called Dark Mondays. The idea is to give staged readings of new work on a night of the week when there is not normally a performance at the theatre. How to apply: If you want to submit a script for consideration, check
Read with a free account →17 April 18 · Opportunities
SCRIPT HUT is a script writing course meeting fortnightly. Want to write a script? Not sure where to begin or how to proceed? Then join Beach Hut Theatre Company’s ‘Script Hut’ class where they will help you develop your script writing skills. ‘Script Hut’ is an ongoing script wr
Read with a free account →17 April 18 · Opportunities
SLAM and the Arcola are seeking one minute pieces about London for performance at the Arcola on 6 May 2018. SLAMinutes asks can we live in London: can we afford it, can we survive, can we make it? What chance does London stand us: all of us? How is that impacted by our social sta
Read with a free account →17 April 18 · Opportunities
In the past year, Manhattan Repertory Theatre has produced over 40 plays in Midtown Manhattan as part of this new Program from playwrights across the country and around the World. They are currently accepting new projects. Slots available: June through September for Short Plays a
Read with a free account →15 April 18 · Uncategorized
The 5th Annual Book Pipeline Competition seeks material for film or television adaptation. Open to writers worldwide, the contest accepts any genre, fiction or non-fiction. Published and unpublished works are both acceptable. Every entrant will receive general feedback on their s
Read this article →14 April 18 · Opportunities
Chorts are 2 minute comedies that show potential to be developed into a series of superb episodes or sketches. It’s free to enter, and shortlisted entries will be reviewed by an industry judging panel including top producers. The winners will embark on a unique journey where Team
Read with a free account →14 April 18 · Opportunities
Airplays is a brand new collaboration between BBC Radio Leeds and West Yorkshire Playhouse in association with Leeds College of Music that puts radio drama centre stage. Do you have a story to tell about migration? WYPH are looking for writers of all backgrounds and all levels of
Read with a free account →14 April 18 · Opportunities
Persistent and Nasty is a script reading and debate series for the female identified voice in stage and screen. It was born from the frustration and anger of four actresses/writers with the business. Male, male-identified, and gender fluid audience members are also very welcome.
Read with a free account →13 April 18 · Opportunities / Weekly Round-up
Want to support LPB? Become a member! Our weekly Friday round-up of opportunities listed on the blog that haven’t yet reached their closing date (listed in order of closing date). Opportunities are grouped into four sections: 1) Pick of the Week & featured posts; 2) Opportunities
Read with a free account →13 April 18 · Opportunities
The BBC New Comedy Award is a talent search organised by BBC Studios Comedy to find the next generation of comedy (including stand-up, sketch, musical and character comedy) stars. Eligibility: Entry is open to UK residents aged 18 or over as at 9 April 2018. What to submit: To en
Read with a free account →13 April 18 · Opportunities
Opportunity for writers of short plays, sketches or monologues. Each selected piece will be performed for two consecutive nights of Friday 19th October and Saturday 20th October 2018 as part of a new writing night at Shardlow Village Hall in Derbyshire. The evening is part of a c
Read with a free account →13 April 18 · Events
‘So you want to publish a play’ LIVE 27 April 2018 from 12.15-12.45pm Dom O’Hanlon, Commissioning Editor for Plays at Methuen Drama, talks through how to get your play, play companion and more published. Dom will explain how the process works for this unique area of publishing an
Read this article →12 April 18 · Jobs / Opportunities
The Dot Collective is a professional theatre company and registered charity that creates and provides professional theatre to those living with dementia, the elderly and those in care. They are developing new plays in collaboration with dementia groups in South London for 2018. T
Read with a free account →12 April 18 · Opportunities
Stitchin’ Fiction is a free, non-profit platform for creatives to come together in a workshopping environment. Writers with words stuck in their laptops and notebooks are given a pool of performers, who want to work and stretch their collaborative muscles and skills. They are loo
Read with a free account →11 April 18 · Writing Workshops
Papatango Workshop – Story and Theme on Screen Friday 27 April 2018 from 11am-1pm Led by Papatango Resident Playwright Dare Aiyegbayo (EastEnders; Waterloo Road) this workshop tackles screenwriting. It will explore a number of commonly recognised story types and how they play out
Read this article →10 April 18 · Writing Workshops
Starting to Write a Play 28 May – 2 June 2018 Arvon – Totleigh Barton Tanika Gupta will be leading this Arvon residential course on playwriting. Description: ‘How do you kick-start your theatrical imagination and synthesise inspiration with technical craft? Through group discussi
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