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01 August 18 · Education / Opportunities
As they begin the search for the next group of exciting artists to become The Old Vic 12, The Old Vic are hosting a series of free workshops to connect with a wider range of theatre makers. In addition to the main programme, each friendly, informal session will provide an opportu
Read with a free account →01 August 18 · Education / Opportunities
A ten-week course which will give an insight into approaches to begin playwriting. This course will focus on techniques, exercises and approaches to writing, with opportunities for discussion and shared group critiques. When: Fri 21 September – Fri 30 November (not including Fri
Read with a free account →01 August 18 · Education / Opportunities
A ten-week course on how to develop your play led by playwright Suhayla El-Bushra. When: Tue 18 September – Tue 27 November (not including Tue 23 October), 6.30-8.30pm Where: Clore Learning Centre, National Theatre, London Cost: £500/£350 How to book: here Deadline: 31 August 201
Read with a free account →27 July 18 · Opportunities
Award nominated company Last Word Theatre are looking to curate Minerva – a short season of new writing at the White Bear in Kennington. They are looking for short plays which respond to the themes of the main show Eros by Kevin Mandry (Running 28th August – 15th September) which
Read with a free account →23 July 18 · Opportunities
The Arden School of Theatre are currently seeking short, 3 minute, scenes for actor Showreels. This will provide new writers with an opportunity to showcase their work, performed by the school’s 3rd year Actors and filmed by a Professional Production Company. The scenes should be
Read with a free account →20 July 18 · Uncategorized
After the successful run of “Shorts @ the Canal” back in May and with “The Twilight Hour” currently in production, Canal Shorts are inviting all writers to submit a play no longer than 20-minute, to be performed at the award-winning Canal CafeTheatre, a renowned comedy and theatr
Read this article →19 July 18 · Opportunities
THE ACTOR WRITER GYM IS BACK! Stay fresh, get playful and have a productive morning collaborating with like-minded creatives. For writers the gym is a chance to actually see a professional creative team breathe life into your script and then perform this to an audience. For actor
Read with a free account →19 July 18 · Opportunities
Bashir Theatre is seeking submissions for a new writing night which is partially funded by O2 Go Think Big. What they are looking for: monologues of up to 3 minutes or short scenes of up to 5 minutes by up and coming new writers. How to submit: send your work to bashirtheatre@gma
Read with a free account →10 July 18 · Opportunities
VAULT Festival is London’s biggest and boldest annual arts festival, hosting hundreds of events each year; reaching across theatre, comedy, film, live performance, and more. Applications for VAULT 2019 are now open! How to apply: find out more and apply here. Deadline: 24 August
Read with a free account →10 July 18 · Opportunities
The Liverpool Everyman and Playhouse Playwrights’ Programme is a free course for writers and theatre makers in the Liverpool City Region. Each year, up to ten writers are invited to join the programme and work closely with their New Works team to hone their playwriting skills and
Read with a free account →05 July 18 · Opportunities
London is a hub of creativity, but as an emerging writer it’s easy to feel like a lost voice crushed in a sea of many. It’s time to give the spotlight to the newest writers in London’s theatre scene. Lost in London is a new writing night created to give a platform for emerging, c
Read with a free account →03 July 18 · Guest Post / Original Content
The lack of working class voices in UK theatre at the moment finally seems to be coming to the forefront of discussion, with theatres such as the Royal Court attempting to address the issue. In this guest post, playwright Joanne Sherryden reflects on being a working class writer,
Read this article →02 July 18 · Opportunities
Theatrefullstop will team with 3 pub theatres to present the 3rd Pub Theatre Festival set to be staged in April 2019. The 2017 Festival witnessed 14 emerging theatre companies present their works at both the Lion and Unicorn Theatre and Etcetera Theatre over 2 weekends in April.
Read with a free account →27 June 18 · Opportunities
Submissions are open for Gateways Summer from Redgates Theatre in Hackney, East London. Gateways is an industry showcase open to anyone, from anywhere, regardless of age, gender or background. Send your submission of a Monologue, Poem, Duologue or Scene, lasting no longer than TH
Read with a free account →26 June 18 · Opportunities
To mark the 10th anniversary of Harold Pinter’s death, the BFI is hosting a special two month season celebrating his major contribution to film, TV and theatre this July and August. Check out the full listings here. Deadline: not applicable Source: direct contact
Read with a free account →26 June 18 · Opportunities
SKETCHY: LONDON 2018 is an exciting new collaboration, bringing together artists and actors from all over the world. Its aim is to encourage a fresh perspective on contemporary collections, broadening their accessibility through the fusion of art, theatre and music. This summer,
Read with a free account →25 June 18 · Education / Events
COMMON GROUND is an inclusive, supportive discussion exclusively aimed at artists who self-identify as working-class. This event will offer a platform for working-class artists based in Glasgow and the surrounding areas to discuss the barriers to career progression they face in U
Read this article →25 June 18 · Funding and Bursaries / Opportunities
Project 2036 is a three year programme that will offer a Black, Asian, Minority Ethnic and Refugee (BAMER) playwright, director and producer a £7,500 bursary each year, generously funded by the Leverhulme Trust. “Census data suggests that within 20 years (or by 2036) half of all
Read with a free account →21 June 18 · Opportunities
Eurodram is currently seeking English translations of contemporary European plays Eurodram is a European theatre translation network covering European, Mediterranean and Central Asian languages. The network is organised into roughly 30 language-based committees. Eurodram’s main o
Read with a free account →20 June 18 · Opportunities
Jump Start is the new theatre writing initiative run through the Worcestershire Arts Partnership. They are teaming up with The Beeline Festival, run by The University of Worcester, one of the leading children and young people’s literature festivals in the country. It hosts an exc
Read with a free account →20 June 18 · Opportunities
Do you want to be a writer? Would you like to have your work performed at the Royal Exchange Theatre? BBC Radio Manchester and the Royal Exchange Theatre are launching a talent search for writers to mark 100 years since the first women got the vote. They’re seeking a “Manchester
Read with a free account →20 June 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: Reboot Theatre Company seeking new plays Descript
Read with a free account →18 June 18 · Opportunities
The Floor is Yours is a series of town hall meetings with Kwame Kwei-Armah. Join Kwame for an open discussion as part of a new series of industry events at the Young Vic. This session is specifically aimed at those working in theatre who self-identify as working class. We want to
Read with a free account →18 June 18 · News
A free helpline set up to provide health and well-being support is now available for theatre industry professionals. The 24-hour service has been set up by the Society of London Theatre and UK Theatre, providing a phone and email service from June 14. Called the Theatre Helpline,
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