Opportunities

Just Some Theatre seeking new writers for script development

Just Some Theatre Company are looking for new writers to work with on three new script development projects. They are looking to commission writers for three new full length scripts, all based in England between 1900-1950. They have two ideas to commission, and are looking for fresh ideas for the third script, so feel free …

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Just Some Theatre Company – call out for sketches

Just Some Theatre Company are looking for short comedy scenes (between 3-10 minutes) to produce as part of their next ‘Just Some Sketch Night’. The show will be on for 2 nights in Manchester/Salford at the beginning of 2016. Just Some Theatre Company are a new writing company and use Sketch Night opportunities to find …

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OPPORTUNITIES WEEKLY ROUND-UP: 6 NOVEMBER 2015

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; 2) Opportunities with Deadlines; 3) Workshops and Events; 4) Ongoing opportunities (no deadline). Want to be sure you never miss an opportunity?  Sign …

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BBC and the Birmingham Repertory Theatre announce Birmingham Writer in Residence opportunity

  The Birmingham Writer in Residence is a new initiative from BBC Birmingham and Birmingham Repertory Theatre (The REP) which seeks to find one local writer to work for six months across three popular national radio and TV dramas all produced in Birmingham; Radio 4’s The Archers and Home Front, and BBC One’s Doctors. The …

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HM Prison Ford recruiting a short-term writer in residence (paid)

A short-term writer in residence opportunity at HM Prison Ford. The writer will devise and deliver a series of creative writing workshops for prisoners as part of the Reading the South project. HMP Ford is a Category D establishment with an emphasis on resettlement, an open prison, housing 550 offenders most of whom have fewer …

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Twisted Showcase: One Minute Horrors – accepting scripts

Twisted Showcase is launching a spin-off to their web-series to be shown in the lead up to series 4 called ONE MINUTE HORRORS. Which is exactly what it says it is. It’ll feature a great cast and be an accessible viewing experience whether in the safety of your lunch hour or for the more strong hearted horror …

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OPPORTUNITIES: OUR PICK OF THE WEEK – ‘INTRODUCE YOURSELF’ INITIATIVE AT THE FINBOROUGH THEATRE

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:  ‘Introduce Yourself’ initiative at the Finborough Theatre Description: To ensure their work remains accessible to all, accompanying this year’s Vibrant Festival is …

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Free playwriting workshop with Papatango – deadline tomorrow 4/11/15!

Papatango are committed to giving new writers the best possible opportunities. Our programme of playwriting workshops runs every month, completely free of charge to participants. These cover topics including writing exercises, dramaturgy, exploratory writing, story structure, dialogue, and redrafting. The next workshop will be on Friday 13 November 2015, 10am – 12pm, in Bermondsey, London. The workshop will …

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Pokfulam Rd Productions looking for playwrights and creatives

CALL OUT FOR CREATIVES! Pokfulam Rd Productions are looking for producers, directors, actors & emerging and established companies & playwrights that want to experiment, meet, mingle on N16’s stage (and bar) on February 14th 2016! email pokfulamrdproductions@gmail.com http://www.facebook.com/pokfulamrdprod https://www.facebook.com/events/109739306054981/ Deadline: None  posted Source: Playwriting UK Facebook Page

Sole Purpose Theatre Lab at the Derry Playhouse (£30/£25 fee)

Sole Purpose Theatre Lab Saturday 21st November 10am – 4.30pm The Derry Playhouse Do you have scripts or parts of scripts you would like to try out with other writers? Part of a stage play you’ve written, scenes from a screenplay or radio drama? The Sole Purpose THEATRE LAB is a place where you can …

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