Nearside Productions will be mounting the first of an annual touring rep season of new plays all across Wales. The inaugural season will appear at multiple venues simultaneously, with a different play opening at a different venue on the same night before embarking on a nationwide tour. If successful, the season will return the following year with a new season of new plays (maybe more this time). They have the theatres, they have the know-how; all they need now are the plays.
They are therefore looking for original works from new and existing writers. Both completed scripts and developing works can be submitted, and virtually all styles and genres will be considered. Those plays considered commercially and artistically viable will be shortlisted and optioned. From there they’ll enter a fast-track development phase, resulting in a final selection of plays destined for the 2026 season.
The initiative is supported by Arts Council Wales and run in association with Awen Theatre Trust, Coliseum, Parc & Dare (RCT Theatres), The Met, Neuadd Dwyfor, Pontardawe Arts Centre, Pontio Arts, Riverfront Theatre, Torch Theatre.
Eligibility
- You must be over 18 to make a submission
- All scripts, synopses, treatments, outlines and projects must be original. Except for adaptations (see the ‘Adaptations’ section)
- New scripts written for existing TV shows, films or other existing works (or characters) will not be considered.
- All submissions must be written in either Welsh or English (bilingual Welsh/English scripts more than welcome)
- All scripts must be uploaded in PDF format.
How To Apply
All submissions are uploaded and accepted through the submission portal on the Flesh & Blood Stories website
You will also need to complete the online application form before submitting, as follows:
Title and Author (1 per submission)
- A synopsis (around 200 words)
- Author’s Biog (around 100 words)
- Genre and format (menu selection)
- Confirm you are the author, an agent or other representative (menu selection)
- Confirmation that you’re over 18 and have read the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Notice
The organisers have provided a handy guide to script formatting and other industry standards, and have included some helpful links and hints and tips on their ‘Submission Guide’ page
Visit the website for further terms and conditions
Email for any questions or further assistance
Deadline: 6 February 2025
Source: BBC Writers