The Writer's Toolkit Paul Kalburgi

Following last week’s episode about the trailblazing playwrights' collective 13P, this episode brings you the rest of my conversation with 13P member Winter Miller. Winter shares the challenges and triumphs of self-producing her Off-Broadway play, No One Is Forgotten, which premiered at Rattlestick Playwrights Theater in 2019 and has recently been adapted into an immersive opera by The Dallas Opera. Winter emphasises the importance of building a strong team, ensuring fair compensation, fostering diversity, and effective fundraising strategies. This episode is a must-listen for any playwright considering self-production, offering inspiration and actionable steps to bring a play to the stage on your own terms.

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Discover more about No One Is Forgotten
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In this episode of The Writer’s Toolkit Podcast, we explore the revolutionary concept of playwriting collectives with special guests, Madeleine George and Winter Miller, founding members of the trailblazing group, 13P. Discover how 13P transformed the playwriting landscape by empowering its members to produce their own plays and sidestep the traditional development process. Join us for a deep dive into the origins, successes, and enduring impact of this remarkable collective, and gain insights into how you too can find agency over your work.

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Watch the film: A People’s History of 13P

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In this episode of The Writer’s Toolkit Podcast, we delve into the dynamic world of self-producing theatre and the vital collaboration between playwrights and venues. Paul is joined by two special guests: Sharon Willems, Artistic Director of Barons Court Theatre in West London, and Christopher Leiberman, the writer/performer behind the play Bunny Man. Sharon shares her passion for supporting early-career writers and artists, discussing what sets Barons Court Theatre apart and their commitment to fostering new talent. Christopher provides a firsthand account of his journey in self-producing, offering wisdom and encouragement to playwrights seeking to bring their own work to life.

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Buy tickets for Bunny Man at Bitesize Festival (July 2024)Follow Christopher on Instagram @lieberman.christopher
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In this episode of The Writer’s Toolkit Podcast, we explore the benefits of engaging a dramaturg in the development of new writing with special guest, Script Consultant and Dramaturg, Allison Horsley. With an impressive background that spans American regional theatres and Broadway musicals like Jersey Boys and Doctor Zhivago, plus her work with the translation of Chekhov's major plays, Allison’s insights are invaluable. She is also the co-author of Writing Adaptations and Translations for the Stage. Join us as we explore how dramaturgy can elevate new writing and provide crucial support for playwrights.

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In this episode, we dive into the magical world of London’s pub theatres—vital stages for new writing in the UK. We explore how these intimate spaces support emerging talent and connect directly with audiences with insights from Heather Jeffery, editor of LondonPubTheatres.com, and Jonathan Blakeley, a writer and performer who self-produced his play "Stitches" at the Hope Theatre in February 2024. So grab a drink, and let's head up the creaking staircase and celebrate the spirit of creativity and community that makes pub theatres the lifeblood of British theatre.

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In this episode of The Writer's Toolkit podcast, we're exploring play readings, delving into both traditional theatre settings and the evolving landscape of digital platforms. Paul is joined by special guests Mimi Collins, the UK Artistic Director of Bespoke Plays, a company committed to providing tailored staged readings for playwrights, and Rachel Lynett, a playwright who has boldly pioneered live play readings via Zoom, seizing control of how their work reaches audiences.

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Connect with Mimi Collins and Bespoke Plays
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Connect with Rachel Lynett
Visit Rachel's websiteDiscover Rachel’s work at NPX
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