Day: 20 May 2019

Sharp Scratches seeking short plays/ spoken word on theme of refugee crisis

Sharp Scratches is a new writing night dedicated to starting conversations. They  do not shy away from tackling challenging topics at each night. As part of Beyond Borders Festival at Theatre Deli – this night is about Finding Home in the midst of this refugee crisis we are facing in the UK. There will be spoken word …

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National Theatre: New Views – playwriting programme for 14-19 year olds

New Views is the National Theatre’s annual playwriting programme for 14 to 19-year-olds. Every year, hundreds of students from across the UK learn about playwriting from some of the finest writers in the industry and write their own 30-minute plays. One play will then be selected to be produced at the NT with a professional cast and …

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How to Run a Theatre Workshops with Part of the Grid

Part of the Grid is back with affordable theatre workshops to get you jump-starting your summer projects. On the docket is ‘How to Run a Theatre’ led by Audrey Lane Thayer, Artistic Director of the Drayton Arms Theatre on June 7, ‘Lighting Design’ (June 26), and ‘Sound Design’ (July 3) led by Will Alder – …

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Ed Fringe Q&A and ‘Speed Dating’

Taking a show to Edinburgh Fringe 2019? Feeling somewhat daunted by the prospect? Then join Tumours for a night of Edinburgh top tips, dos and don’ts, the chance to ask questions, meet others taking shows, share show details and more…. When: 29 May 2019 at 7.30pm Where: The Treehouse, Clapham North Cost: £6.83- £7.90 Find …

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People Express seeking playwright (paid)

If The Trees Could Talk is an exciting, new storytelling and performance project with the LGBT+ community in South Derbyshire and beyond that creates a series of original ‘fairy tales’ exploring their relationship with the trees, the wood and nature. They are open to your ideas and interpretations about the theme. This project is in …

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Nottingham Playhouse seeking East Midlands playwright for Pinocchio commission

Every Christmas, Nottingham Playhouse produces a family show aimed at younger children, in the Neville Studio. The production then tours to primary schools in the region. For the 2019/20 production they are producing Pinocchio and we’re looking for an East Midlands writer to commission. The play must be suitable for children aged 3 – 8, …

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The Knot seeking shorts on the subject of Walking Away: When Love isn’t Enough

Up to 15-page scripts on the subject Walking Away: When Love Isn’t Enough are sought for rehearsed readings after a performance of The Knot at The Old Red Lion Theatre in Islington, London on Saturday 29th June 2019. Directors can also apply. *Actors won’t be provided, so you’d need to cast it yourself.* How to apply: Submit your script …

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The International Moving Image Society seeking script submissions

The International Moving Image Society is seeking script submissions for their Table Read on the 29th June at the Etcetera Theatre above the Oxford Arms) in Camden, London. The event will feature a table read of short screenplays and extracts, and give a voice to your characters. Submit your work on their website and take a shot at being …

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Chippy Lane Productions seeking Writing Apprentice (Welsh or Wales-based writers)

Chippy Lane Productions are on the lookout for a Writing Apprentice to join them on their next theatre project’s R&D process. If you want to know what it’s like to be part of the development of new writing they encourage you to apply. Writing Apprentice Brief: This is an ITC rate paid opportunity. x5 full days …

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Panorama Productions is seeking a Book Writer for new musical

Panorama Productions is a new company whose aim to is to foster collaboration between British and non-British theater/music artists here in the UK. Since launching in January, their most recent projects have been produced in partnership with Jermyn Street Theatre and the London Symphony Orchestra, and they hope to continue developing their work in this …

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