Theatreworks Info

TheatreWorks is looking for new writing for performance to be part of a showcase and development event to be held in the Salberg Studio in the Salisbury Playhouse on 21st May 2009.

They welcome submissions from first time, emerging and experienced writers. It is the potential of the extract and of you as a writer that they are looking for.

Submissions must be:

• From writers living or working in the South West
• From writers able to attend the Dialogue event
• Between 10 and 20 minutes long
• Require no more than 4 actors to be performed
• Typed in a clear and easy to read format with two copies posted to TheatreWorks
• Sent without the writer’s name on the script. Only the application form should have the writer’s name and the title of the script together
• Received by TheatreWorks no later than 5pm on Monday 20th April
• Interesting and engaging, showing promise, skill and imagination

Due to the number of submissions they are expecting, written feedback cannot be given and submissions cannot be returned.

Experienced script readers will select 3 or 4 pieces from all the submissions. A professional director and actors will then rehearse and perform them script-in-hand in the Salberg Studio on the 21st May 2009.

On the night, all writers will receive feedback from the audience and a panel of professional judges. Informed by the feedback the panel will choose one writer to receive individually tailored support to develop the script and their skills.

The chosen writer’s developed piece will then be rehearsed and performed at the Script Factory at the Ustinov Theatre, Bath, on 14th Jan 2010.

This is your opportunity to explore ideas, give new characters a run out, and win the chance for real professional development. So get writing, and they’ll see you at the Salberg Studio on Thursday 21st May.

By submitting your application to Dialogue, TheatreWorks is given permission to use this information to promote its aims and celebrate artistic excellence. This in no way affects copyright of the work.

For more information see www.theatreworks.org.uk. If you have further questions or would like to talk through ideas, call TheatreWorks on 01793 509048 or email mike@theatreworks.org.uk.