R Creatives
R Online Readings + Lab is a script development program supported by Arts Council England. The project selects five playwrights to have their new works-in-progress or polished scripts read in full via Zoom by professional actors. The sessions include literary feedback from a resident dramaturg and industry discussions. One selected playwright will receive a two-day in-person research and development (R&D) session in London, culminating in a live scratch night performance for an audience and industry guests.
Pre-reading meeting, full script reading by professional actors, literary feedback from resident dramaturg Melissa Sylverson, recording of the reading session, and potential for a 2-day in-person R&D and performance.
Open to new plays destined for the stage (short or full length). Selection is based on the development stage of the play, social relevance of themes, and diversity/inclusion criteria.
Playwrights must first fill out an Equality and Diversity Monitoring Form and then submit their application via a Google Form or by video submission.
Deadline
March 15, 2026
Location
Not Specified
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