Book now: Screenwriting for Playwrights

Join us for a programme of insight and discussion around writing for television, with a panel of TV writers and industry professionals. This event is aimed at people with experience writing for the stage who would like to develop their work for the screen. You’ll have the chance to meet other writers and put your questions to industry experts.

Bursary tickets available. In partnership with New Writing North and Gala Durham, and supported by Channel 4.

9 May 2026, 2 – 5.30pm
Gala Durham

Tickets: £10 (Bursary tickets available)

Book now: Haddaway & Write 2026

Enjoy six hilarious and heart-warming short plays performed back-to-back in one unforgettable evening!

The latest production to emerge from our flagship talent development programme, in partnership with Gala Durham, showcases six brand-new short plays that champion regional voices.

Selected from an open call-out, these fresh works have received dedicated development support before being brought to life on stage by a top team of local talent!

Please note: some plays contain strong language, references to violence, death and grief. Running time: Approx. 80 minutes plus interval. Recommended for ages 15+

Supported by Arts Council England

Tues 19 May 2026, 7.30pm
Middlesbrough Theatre

Tickets: Pay What You Decide

Wed 20 May 2026, 6pm
Hebburn Iona Social Club

Tickets: TBC

Thurs 21 May 2026, 7.45pm
Northern Stage

Tickets: £12

Wed 27 May 2026, 12pm
Cedarwood Trust

Tickets: TBC

Thurs 28 May 2026, 7.30pm
The Exchange 1856

Tickets: £10

Fri 29 May 2026, 7.30pm
Seaton Delaval Arts Centre

Tickets: £10

Sat 30 May 2026, 7.30pm
Gala Durham

Tickets: £12