Calling All Aspiring Playwrights and Theatre Makers – Submissions Now Open!
The Hope Theatre, renowned for championing new voices and thought-provoking theatre, has just announced its brand-new festival, WRITE CLUB. This exciting new writing festival will take place from 7th January to 1st February 2025 at the award-winning theatre, located above the iconic Hope and Anchor pub on Upper Street, London. With its rich history of launching bold and innovative productions, The Hope Theatre is ready to offer an incredible platform for emerging talents once again.
This is your chance to share your story and showcase your creativity in front of an enthusiastic and supportive audience. Get your submissions in and be part of something extraordinary!
What Is WRITE CLUB?
WRITE CLUB is all about showcasing bold new stories with BIG ideas. Whether you’re a writer with a play ready to debut or a theatre maker with a fresh concept, this festival offers a fantastic opportunity to bring your work to life. The festival is open to submissions of pieces ranging from 45 to 60 minutes in length, with no restrictions on cast size. The only requirement? The work must not have been professionally staged for more than two performances.
How to Submit Your Work
The submission process is straightforward. Writers and theatre makers can apply via email by sending their script or an outline treatment for devised or work-in-progress pieces, along with a brief cover letter, to writeclub.hopetheatre@gmail.com. This is your chance to introduce yourself and explain why you’d love to be part of this festival. Be sure to submit your work before the deadline of 3rd November 2024.
Festival Details and Selection Process
Up to 30 shows will be selected by The Hope Theatre’s Literary Team, with each chosen work given a chance to perform two to four times during the festival. Writers will also benefit from the theatre’s support, including invitations to regular social events where they can connect with other theatre makers involved in the festival.
Joint Artistic Directors Laurel Marks and Toby Hampton are leading this exciting initiative. They shared their enthusiasm for the upcoming festival, stating, “We’re both so excited about the launch of this festival. It will bring some light and joy to Upper Street in what is usually a dark and gloomy January! We’re looking for BIG & BOLD theatre making to showcase the brilliant talent that is teeming through the London fringe.”
Why Submit?
Being part of WRITE CLUB offers a unique opportunity to debut your work at one of London’s most respected Off West End venues. With past productions from The Hope Theatre transferring to the West End and winning awards, this is a fantastic springboard for emerging talent. The festival promises to be a space where theatre makers and audiences can explore powerful new narratives and innovative storytelling in an intimate, 50-seat black box theatre setting.
About The Hope Theatre
Since its opening in 2013, The Hope Theatre has become a leading voice in London’s Off West End scene, delivering critically acclaimed productions that challenge, inspire, and resonate with contemporary audiences. Under the guidance of its previous Artistic Directors, the theatre saw many successes, including productions such as LOVESONG OF THE ELECTRIC BEAR and USHERS THE MUSICAL, which went on to enjoy runs in the West End.
WRITE CLUB – A New Writing Festival
- Dates: 7th January to 1st February 2025
- Venue: The Hope Theatre, 207 Upper Street, London N1 1RL
- Showtimes: 7pm & 9pm, Monday to Sunday
- Tickets: £12, with £10 concessions
- Box Office: 0333 666 3366
- Website: www.thehopetheatre.com
For more details on how to apply please contact writeclub.hopetheatre@gmail.com
Submission deadline: 3rd November 2024.
