Riverscribes Scratch Night

Riverscribes Scratch Night is more than just a performance opportunity, it's a vibrant and welcoming space for writers to connect, share, and grow. Each session fosters a lively atmosphere where participants can explore and develop their work, and gain insights from both peers and audience members. Whether you're looking to present a new idea or experience creative emerging theatre, Scratch Night offers a regular and accessible platform to nurture your creative journey.

Riverscribes: Scratch Night offers writers an invaluable opportunity to test and showcase segments of their scripts before a live audience.

This monthly event features 4-5 ten-minute extracts from a range of works, allowing writers to present any part of their story—whether it's the opening scene, a pivotal moment, or a climactic ending.

Hosted and curated by Riverscribes Playwriting Facilitator Nadine Gray, the event provides a supportive environment for script-in-hand performances in the intimate setting of the River Room. It’s an ideal platform for receiving constructive feedback and engaging with the community.

Submission process:

Please feel free to email us at the following address for enquiries: riverscribes@riversidestudios.co.uk

The email needs to include:

10min script

A paragraph about you as a writer and your writing journey.

A copy about your play and how far along in the process you are with it.

Riverscribes Scratch Night Riverscribes Scratch Night is more than just a performance opportunity, it's a vibrant and welcoming space for writers to connect, share, and grow. Each session fosters a lively atmosphere where participants can explore and develop their work, and gain insights from both peers and audience members. Whether you're looking to present a new idea or experience creative emerging theatre, Scratch Night offers a regular and accessible platform to nurture your creative journey.Riverscribes: Scratch Night offers writers an invaluable opportunity to test and showcase segments of their scripts before a live audience. This monthly event features 4-5 ten-minute extracts from a range of works, allowing writers to present any part of their story—whether it's the opening scene, a pivotal moment, or a climactic ending. Hosted and curated by Riverscribes Playwriting Facilitator Nadine Gray, the event provides a supportive environment for script-in-hand performances in the intimate setting of the River Room. It’s an ideal platform for receiving constructive feedback and engaging with the community. Submission process:Please feel free to email us at the following address for enquiries: riverscribes@riversidestudios.co.ukThe email needs to include:10min scriptA paragraph about you as a writer and your writing journey.A copy about your play and how far along in the process you are with it. Theatre