THE SIDE HUSTLE III: NEW WRITING CALL OUT (June 29 & 30) AT LION AND UNICORN THEATRE

Following the last two SOLD OUT SIDE HUSTLES Lion and Unicorn are delighted to announce that they will be back with two nights of brand new writing this summer.

NEW WRITING CALL OUT!

Script Length: 10 mins max (scratch conditions apply)
Cast Size: 1-4 Actors

THE SMALL PRINT:

• Scripts should not have been previously have been performed at any London venue. (new show previews or WIP are welcome)
• We’re happy to cast actors on behalf of writers and assign a director to new work without a team..
• Only one script can be submitted per writer.
• Whilst this an unpaid opportunity, there will be the opportunity to receive feedback & a professionally filmed copy of your work.
• We are particularly keen to encourage submissions from Global Majority and Working Class writers & performers.
• Submissions via our online form [see link in bio].

Closing Date: April 11th 5pm.

Details https://www.proforca.co.uk/sidehustlesubs

APPLICATONS ARE NOW OPEN FOR VOILA FESTIVAL 2025

Festival runs : 3-23 Nov 2025

Applications close: 22 April

Producers: The Cockpit Theatre

Many theatres are hosting shows for this border-busting, genre-defying, panlingual theatre festival across London. The following pub theatres are participating: Barons Court Theatre and Etcetera Theatre,

Apply now  http://voilafestival.co.uk

THE HOPE THEATRE INVITES EDINBURGH PREVIEWS

Are you taking work to Edinburgh fringe this year?  Want to preview your work in London?  The Hope Theatre welcomes applications for previews at their Islington venue during July

Hit us up thehopetheatresubmisions@gmail.com

THE HOPE THEATRE, ISLINGTON, HAS REHEARSAL SPACE AVAILABLE THROUGHOUT SPRING

Our theatre space is available throughout spring

If you're looking for a space for rehearsals, workshops and auditions throughout April-May please get in touch! info@thehopetheatre.com

THE LAMBETH FRINGE 2025 APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN

Got a bold idea? A show ready to go? Be it theatre, comedy, film, cabaret, or something entirely new - bring it to life at Lambeth Fringe.

The Lambeth Fringe returns in 2025, marking a decade of championing bold, diverse, and innovative performances. Originally founded as the Clapham Fringe, the festival embarked on an exciting expansion in 2024, broadening its reach across South London. Now in its second year under the Lambeth Fringe banner, the festival continues to grow, bringing an even richer lineup of theatre, comedy, works in progress, cabaret, experimental performances, music, family shows, and more.

At its heart, the festival remains dedicated to inclusivity and accessibility. The Lambeth Fringe amplifies underrepresented voices, providing a platform for women, LGBTQ+, global majority, and working-class artists. The festival empowers creatives to share their work with a wider audience by reducing financial barriers and expanding performance opportunities across multiple venues.

Building on the success of last year’s expansion beyond its founding venue, The Bread & Roses Theatre, The Lambeth Fringe now spans an even greater array of spaces across Lambeth. This growth not only enhances accessibility but also celebrates the borough’s vibrant artistic and cultural heritage.

Deadline: 31 May

Festival Dates: 25th Sept – 25th Oct

More details  https://lambethfringe.com/

Apply via   @eventotron  (you will need to create an account to apply)

JACK STUDIO THEATRE IS PROGRAMMING FOR MAY & LATE JULY

Theatre companies - if you have a project you want to bring to life, we’d love to hear from you.

Have a look at our programming info and be in touch with the Jack: https://brockleyjack.co.uk/bring-your-work/programming/

THEATRE503 ARE PROGRAMMING SHOWS WITH SHORT RUNS 1 - 4 NIGHTS

Have a play that's ready to meet an audience? Looking for a London premiere venue for a new writing tour? We're currently accepting Programming submissions for 1-4 nights of Spring Short Runs at Theatre503 this April & May 

Full details are on Theatre503 website here

APPLICATIONS FOR 2025 CAMDEN FRINGE FESTIVAL ARE NOW OPEN

The festival runs 28 July -  24 August.  Pub theatres taking part include Barons Court, Etcetera (Camden), Canal Cafe, (Little Venice), Hen and Chickens (Islington), Lion and Unicorn (Kentish Town), Rosemary Branch (border of Islington & Hackney), The Hope (Islington), and Upstairs at the Gatehouse (Highgate)

Details of how to apply can be found on the Camden Fringe website here

503STUDIO (part of THEATRE503) IS AVAILABLE FOR HIRES IN 2025

Theatre503 are delighted to announce that the 503Studio is open for hires in 2025 as an exclusive space!

The 503Studio is currently a large, single, open-plan rehearsal space that you will have exclusive access to.  Once you have had a briefing from our team, you will have access to the space via a fob meaning you can choose the hours that best suit your rehearsal schedule. The 503Studio is fully wheelchair accessible and is only a 5 minute walk from Battersea Power Station (Northern Line).  The space is a work-in-progress and has been prepared for meanwhile-use as the theatre fundraise to complete the final build stage for the final 503Studio.

You can find photos and a hire enquiry form on the website: https://buff.ly/3U6g5G8

THE HOPE THEATRE is PROGRAMMING for Summer Seasons

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Our seven-nights-a-week programme is an exciting mix of new writing, lost gems, re-polished classics and innovatively-staged musicals. We get excited by stories that are dramatic, surprising, and have something to say about the world we live in now - and we love to support ambitious theatre-makers in presenting bold and imaginative productions.

Benefits of bringing your production to the Hope Theatre include:
 

* Minimum guarantees against box office splits post-production with no hire charges
* A range of run lengths from 1 night to 4 weeks
* Black-box space with adaptable seating
* Reduced-price rehearsal space
* In-house technician for your get-in
* Trained front-of-house staff
* Marketing support
* Budget planning and fundraising advice
* Press guidance

Full details are on The Hope Theatre submissions page here

BRIDGE HOUSE THEATRE, PENGE, WELCOMES SUBMISSIONS FOR SPRING AND SUMMER SEASON

If you have a show that you would like considered for programming then please send:
Your script - ideally as a PDF attachment. Your preferred dates and length of run. Details of your company and any creative team or actors on board. Any reviews or images of previous runs elsewhere e.g. in Edinburgh etc.
In line with our programming policy all shows must be socially conscious and demonstrate how they provide opportunities for, or representation of underrepresented groups including, but not limited to:

Working class artists

Artists from the Global Majority

Non binary or gender fluid artists

LGBTQ+ Artists

Artists from the neuro-divergent community.

Read the full guidelines here before sending in your script/treatment to submissions@thebridgehousetheatre.co.uk