05 August 22 · Digital Resources / News
We’re really excited to share an extract from the exciting new playwriting book by Jemma Kennedy, The Playwright’s Journey: From First Spark to First Night. In this extract, Jemma shares her thoughts on what playwrights can learn from working with actors. The book is available to
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The New Writing script submission window for 2022 is now open. The deadline is Wednesday 31 August 2022. Playwrights who submit a script during the submission window will have their work read. Scripts received outside of this time will not be considered. Scripts sent via email, p
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The Women Artists of the North East (WANE) Library are seeking to commission an artist or writer to develop a new text work that responds to the library collection, histories of women artists in the North East and archive practice. The WANE Library was founded in 2017 to document
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The BFI Film Academy has announced the return of their BFI Film Academy Labs Series for 2022/2023. BFI Film Academy Labs are all about helping 16- to 25-year-olds break into the screen industries. These monthly practical sessions are led by industry professionals, with a focus on
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This 90 minutes workshop will focus on developing existing work for audio. Using exercises and discussion, we will explore the ways in which audio differs from other forms and focus specifically on scene setting, character and structure. Writers of all levels are welcome to this
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This 90 minute workshop focused on the capabilities of the audio form. Using exercises and discussion, we will explore the ways in which audio can transform story-telling and push boundaries. Writers of all levels are welcome to this interactive workshop led by Noriko Ward. Date:
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f you’ve completed our Introduction to writing for audio course or you already have some experience in writing audio scripts, then this 4 week course will strengthen your skills and deepen your knowledge. During the course, you’ll work towards writing your own full audio play or
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Taking inspiration from the current golden age of television, this course will teach participants the fundamental principles of writing great drama. The course will include sessions on structure, character, dialogue, and what Netflix wants from a great pitch. We will analyse some
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For the 5th year running, our popular Redrafting Course will be making a comeback this October. If you want to redraft your play with practical masterclasses, tailored feedback, and dramaturgical support, read on! Led by experienced dramaturg and scriptwriter, Kimberley Andrews,
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Part of all ticket sales from this event will go towards the DEC appeal which unites leading UK charities to raise money for displaced people and families currently fleeing Ukraine and all donations will be doubled by the UK government up to £20 million. https://www.dec.org.uk/ L
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All too often, we see structure as a challenge which stands in our way but what if we could use knowledge of the 5 Act Structure to guide us in developing stories and help us to focus our writing? In this two hour workshop, Kimberley Andrews will provide an in depth exploration o
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In this six week online course, participants will learn the basics of writing for screen with a specific emphasis on the short film. Impactful and widely accessible, the short film can become a writer’s calling card, or even a proof of concept for a feature film. This course will
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This 4-week course run by award-winning playwright, BBC Sounds writer and producer Georgie Bailey will give you the tools, techniques and knowledge to craft your own audio work. Whether you’ve got a piece you want to turn into an audio play, or are a complete newbie to the form,
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Our members ‘ meet- up takes place on the first Wednesday of every month at 7pm. Feel free to bring in up to 3 pages of dialogue or a pitch for an idea to share with the group for feedback. We’ll also be taking time to catch-up, share ideas, tips, and industry advice. It’s a … Lo
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MARTIN KEAVENEY CREATIVE WRITING work with hundreds of creative writers and Irish literature enthusiasts every year. Now, after 2 years of exclusively online teaching, MKCW are delighted to be able to provide In-Person experiences. Would you like to make substantial progress on a
Read with a free account →26 July 22 · Opportunities / Writing Workshops
Thurs 4th August 6-8pm on Zoom Workshop on character with award winning West Midlands playwright Simon Longman https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/writing-character-with-simon-longman-tickets-379570003097 Sat 17th September 2-4pm on Zoom and in Person in Plymouth Find out more about r
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Portsmouth Road Productions are running a series of theatre workshops with some of the most exciting artists in the industry across different disciplines, one of them being a writing focused one with Jessica Norman. Each workshop in the series will have bursary places (1 in 3 par
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Bomb Factory Theatre are running a workshop with acclaimed playwright Barney Norris on Sunday 31st July 4-6pm, on zoom. Barney’s work has received awards from the International Theatre Institute, the Critics’ Circle, the Evening Standard, the Society of Authors and the South Bank
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Participation and Literary Director Swiss Cottage, London About Us Hampstead Theatre is a theatre that punches above its weight. We like stories that haven’t been told before or are told in a way you haven’t heard before. Plays where you care about the people, where something in
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Participation, Literary and Office Administrator Swiss Cottage, London About Us Hampstead Theatre is a theatre that punches above its weight. We like stories that haven’t been told before or are told in a way you haven’t heard before. Plays where you care about the people, where
Read with a free account →22 July 22 · Opportunities / Weekly Round-up
We need YOU more than ever! Find out about 7 easy ways to support us here and help us to continue our work! *Make sure you never miss an opportunity. Sign up for our email list to get the weekly roundup direct to your inbox! * Our weekly Friday round-up of opportunities and news!
Read with a free account →20 July 22 · 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: The Bread & Roses Playwriting Award- 2023/24 Desc
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Second Summer of Love was recently produced by Pants on Fire Theatre at the Omnibus Theatre. We interviewed writer; performer Emmy Happisburgh and Director, Peter Bramley who gave us an insight in to how the piece was created… Emmy Can you tell us about the inspiration behind the
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