Dramaturgy
Dramaturgy at Tinderbox
Tinderbox has an all year programme providing dramaturgical support and processes for writers, theatre workers and other artists exploring theatre as a medium.
Please visit the Writers Centre for full details of our different initiatives for writers: from the start of writers’ interest in writing for the stage to professional commissions. Click here for the Writers Centre
We run an annual programme for aspiring stage writers between 16 and 25 called Fireworks. This is a 4-5 months long programme of workshops and writing a short play performed by professional actors. Click here for more info on Fireworks – Young Writers Programme
Tinderbox initiates in collaboration with other companies and organizations a range of Special Projects that aim to create events and opportunities for theatre practitioners and stage writers. Click here to find out more about the Special Projects
In addition, Tinderbox administers the Joint Sectoral Dramaturgy Project - a sector wide project encouraging a rigorous approach to new work and available to theatre companies and practitioners across Northern Ireland. The project is funded by the Arts Council Northern Ireland.
If you have any queries about Dramaturgy at Tinderbox or queries for Hanna Slättne please contact her via e-mail: hanna.slattne@tinderbox.org.uk
We are proud to be funded by the Esmée Fairbairn Foundation for a three-year new writing project running 2008 – 2011. Click here for more details of the NEW STAGES programme and The Esmée Fairbairn Foundation
News
Posted on 2 May 2013
The Tinderbox Writers Lab 2013 is a collaboration with the Sonic Arts Research Centre at Queens University. This Lab will bring together four writers and a team of sonic artists under the guidance of Justin Yang and Hanna Slattne to explore how dramatic narratives can be told through the unique facilities at SARC. The four writers that will explore how to create a soundbased and visceral experience for their audience are Colin Bell, Mick Duke, Rosemary Jenkinson and Jimmy McAleavey and it all kicks of in the middle of May.
Posted on 29 March 2013
Tinderbox Young Writers Programme Fireworks is now open for applications. If you are a 16-25 and interested in writing for the stage, this is a great opportunity to work with a professional team to gain experience, develop your skills and your ideas. The application deadline is May 1st.
For more information and the programme outline follow this link
Posted on 11 March 2013
BOOKINGS OPEN
360º is an annual festival of inspiring and professional workshops offering craft skills and industry knowledge across the different mediums: TV, Screen, Radio and Theatre. The festival is one of the best opportunities through the year to meet likeminded and industry people in Belfast.
Click on this post for more information, the full programme and how to book.
