Graeae’s New Writing Festival is a two-day event focused on amplifying the voices of Deaf, disabled, and neurodivergent playwrights. Expect rehearsed readings, thought-provoking panels, and specially commissioned short plays showcasing the diversity within the disabled writing community.
Highlights:
- Rehearsed Readings of Full-Length Plays:
Jinnity by Shahid Iqbal Khan (Offies finalist, Olivier nominee)
12 Letters to My Name by Lettie Precious (Royal Court/Kudos Fellow) - Short Plays Showcase:
Big Dog by Madeleine Farnhill
Haunted Meat by Jordon Grant
My Night with El** Mu** by Jesse Stone - Panel Discussions:
Topics like Is Playwriting in Crisis? (commissioning in a risk-averse climate), Self-Producing for Playwrights, and Meet the Agents (representation tips) - Accessible Networking:
Connect with writers, theatre makers, and industry professionals in an accessible space.
Dates: 25th & 26th January
Location: Rich Mix
Get your tickets here: https://richmix.org.uk/
Tickets are free for subscribers to London Playwrights’ Blog with code LITFESTFREE