Emerging West Midlands Writers and Directors Given Major Boost
Emerging theatre artists in the West Midlands have been given a boost with the news that, thanks to significant support from The Leverhulme Trust, Birmingham Repertory Theatre’s REP Foundry artist development programme will continue until 2016. The Leverhulme Trust has awarded Birmingham Repertory Theatre an Arts Scholarship of £136,950 over three years towards its REP Foundry initiative. Created under … Read more
The Lasting Sense back in Brum – 3rd May, 7pm
“A brave and (in every sense) revealing performance.” * * * * onestoparts.com FRED, probably Birmingham’s newest theatre company, is bringing new play The Lasting Sense of Sudden back to Birmingham for one night only this week, before setting off to Dublin. The play, which premiered at last month’s SHOUT Festival, is making audiences laugh, … Read more
Pentabus Theatre Young Writers Group
Are you 16 – 25? Do you want to be a writer? Or do you know someone who is and loves writing? Pentabus Theatre are starting a Young Writers Group for people aged between 16 and 25 who are interested in writing plays. This is a fantastic opportunity for young writers to find their own voice, work with … Read more
“Hidden” – Ground Breaking New Play and Education Programme
A ground breaking new play & educational programme designed to protect girls against sexual abuse & exploitation Sexual bullying and harassment is now commonplace in society 1 in 4 girls will be sexually abused before they reach 18. Breaking the Silence is a unique one day empowerment programme, designed to protect young girls at risk … Read more
The Bingo Caller (New Play Premiere)
By Stephen Jackson Studio Theatre, Hall Green Little Theatre 25th – 27th April 2013 All tickets £8 A local play, a local writer, and a local actor – The Bingo Caller hits the stage at Hall Green Little Theatre later this month with Marcus Hendry in the title role. “It’s a terrific part,” says Marcus of the role. “The audience play bingo as the … Read more
News from Capital Theatre Festival
We’re very excited to announce that Cuddles, by Joseph Wilde, will be produced by Ovalhouse and Arch 468 in May.Cuddles was one of three plays showcased at Capital Theatre Festival last year, and we’re delighted that it’s found a home at Ovalhouse. Capital is an independent theatre festival designed to nurture, celebrate and promote the work of writers and theatre-makers … Read more
Cover Up: A Rehearsed Reading (22 March)
Fri 22 March, 7.30pm | The Edge, Digbeth, Birmingham Space2Develop presents Cover Up (a rehearsed reading) By Jane Campion Hoye Directed by Jouvan Fucinni The streets of West London, a knife-crime and a teenage boy charged with murder. Jo, a work-weary criminal lawyer from the Midlands has seen it all before. But this time it’s … Read more
Free Writing Workshop in Coventry (27th April)
How to get started… Date Saturday 27th April 2013 10.30am – 1pm Holy Trinity Church Centre (Old Blue Coat School) Coventry. A workshop for writers who want to create complex characters and stories which can hold an audience. A mixture of practical exercises and tips to help you find your story. This FREE workshop includes refreshments but due … Read more
10×10 The Journey Home (19-20th March)
MRES Playwriting students at the University of Birmingham present a collection of short plays as part of the university’s Arts & Science Festival. See flyer for full details:
2for1 Offer for Performance TONIGHT
New writing piece “Bandages” is showing at Leamington Spa tonight. Call the Box Office (01926 334418) and quote “241 Bandages”.
