Shred Productions is looking for an exceptional writer to work on a brand new site-specific commission, which will headline the Theatre Exterior programme at Chorlton Arts Festival 2015.
Now in its 15th year, the festival continues to act as a conduit for the best emerging talent in the region to appear alongside established artists from around the world. As a result, it has become one of the most acclaimed multi-arts events in the UK, attracting audiences of around 15,000 in 2014.
The award-winning company behind Sherica (2012 Manchester Theatre Award Winner) and South (The Lowry, 2013) has teamed up with Chorlton Arts Festival to bring this innovative live performance event to Manchester with the support of the Arts Council England.
Transforming an everyday location into a dynamic moving theatre space, this production will explore how we journey through and get to know a city and the importance of making strong connections with the people who live alongside us. Bringing vivid performance and ambitious storytelling to a truly unexpected venue, this unique theatre event will celebrate the city and ask what it means to live in Manchester in 2015.
We need a writer to work with us to devise a concept, produce a rehearsal-ready script and collaborate with the creative team to bring this unique production to life.
Key Dates
- Application closing date: Midnight 23rd February 2015
- Interviews: week commencing 23rd February 2015
- Writer appointed: week commencing 2nd March 2015
- First draft: 1st April 2015
- Rehearsals: commencing end of April 2015
- Performances: 17th May 2015
Fee:
£2,753.50
How to Apply
To apply for the role please send us the following:
- An up to date CV outlining your relevant experience
- A completed Theatre Exterior – Writer’s Application Form (in Word or PDF formats only)
All submissions should be made to recruitment@shredproductions.co.uk – please include “Writer’s Application: [insert your name here]” in the subject heading.
The Writer’s Application Form can be downloaded here: Theatre Exterior – Writer’s Application Form
The closing date for applications is midnight on 23rd February 2015.
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