The Writer's Toolkit

Paul Kalburgi

Hosted by Paul Kalburgi, The Writer's Toolkit Podcast is your go-to resource for navigating the journey of writing for screen and stage. Paul takes you inside the writing rooms of his favourite writers to explore their processes and projects, while sharing inspiring stories from writers who have forged their own paths. The podcast also highlights proactive strategies and innovative ideas for sharing your work with audiences. Subscribe for insightful conversations and practical advice that will inspire you to write and take charge of your creative destiny. Paul Kalburgi is a playwright and screenwriter, and the author of The Writer's Toolkit, published by Nick Hern Books, London. Visit paulkalburgi.com for information about his projects and writing workshops. -- This podcast is fuelled by coffee. If you'd like to support the show, send some writing juice via the link below... Buy me a coffee or Make a donation

  1. Season 3 Toolkit Tips (Part One)

    07/05/2025 · BONUS

    Season 3 Toolkit Tips (Part One)

    What’s one thing you can do today to move your writing forward? In this bite-sized episode, guests from last season share actionable steps to stay empowered, productive, and creative. 🎭 Join Paul for the Almost The Birthday Party book launch and live reading – Thursday 5 June, 7:30PM at Calder Bookshop & Theatre, Waterloo. Includes a copy of the playtext and a glass of bubbly! 🎟️ CLICK FOR TICKETS 🎟️ Connect with Paul Buy the book, The Writer's ToolkitVisit Paul's websiteConnect on Instagram @PaulKalburgiConnect on Twitter @PaulKalburgiSupport the show! This podcast is fuelled by coffee. If you'd like to support the show, please send some writing juice via the link below. Buy me a coffeeMake a donationWant to advertise or sponsor the show? Click here to get in touch Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-writers-toolkit/donations

    20 min
  2. GrimFest at The Old Red Lion

    08/08/2024

    GrimFest at The Old Red Lion

    In this episode of The Writer’s Toolkit, we delve into the world of horror theatre at GrimFest, a month-long festival in October that celebrates the macabre at the atmospheric Old Red Lion Theatre in London. I chat with festival organisers Jack Robertson, the theatre's Artistic Director, and Nina Atesh about what makes the Old Red Lion the perfect venue for the genre, and Jack reveals opportunities for playwrights at the theatre. Plus, I’m thrilled to announce that a newly extended version of my dark comedy, Almost The Birthday Party, will enjoy a 10th-anniversary revival as part of this year's festival lineup! Connect with Paul Buy the book, The Writer's ToolkitVisit Paul's websiteConnect on Instagram @PaulKalburgiConnect on Twitter @PaulKalburgi Connect with the Old Red Lion Theatre Visit the websiteFollow on Instagram @orltheatreFollow on X @orltheatre Connect with GrimFest Visit the websiteFollow on Instagram @grimfestukFollow on X @GrimFestUK Support the show! This podcast is fuelled by coffee. If you'd like to support the show, please send some writing juice via the link below. Buy me a coffeeMake a donation Want to advertise or sponsor the show? Click here to get in touch Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-writers-toolkit/donations

    37 min
  3. Finding Community

    30/07/2024

    Finding Community

    This week on The Writer’s Toolkit podcast, we're exploring what community means for playwrights with special guest Kimberley Andrews of London Playwrights. Kimberley shares the inspiring journey of London Playwrights, which started as a simple blog and has grown into a comprehensive resource for a global community of writers. Plus, Paul and Kimberley offer a bounty of practical tips on how to find, build, and engage with your writing community. Grab a notebook and pen—there's plenty to take away from this episode! Connect with Paul Buy the book, The Writer's ToolkitVisit Paul's websiteConnect on Instagram @PaulKalburgiConnect on Twitter @PaulKalburgi Connect with London Playwrights Visit the websiteFollow on Instagram @londonplaywrightsFollow on X @LDNPlaywrightsFollow on Facebook @londonplaywrightsListen to the podcast, Playwriting Real-life Support the show! This podcast is fuelled by coffee. If you'd like to support the show, please send some writing juice via the link below. Buy me a coffeeMake a donation Want to advertise or sponsor the show? Click here to get in touch Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-writers-toolkit/donations

    50 min
  4. 7-ON: Collective Power

    25/07/2024

    7-ON: Collective Power

    In this episode of The Writer's Toolkit, we journey to Australia for an inspiring look at the dynamic playwriting collective, 7-ON. I chat with Ned Manning, a seasoned playwright and founding member, to uncover how seven writers, driven by their passion for theatre and a commitment to supporting each other's work, came together to form this collaborative force. Ned reveals 7-ON's unique process, where positive thinking fuels creativity and empowers each member, and offers a glimpse into some of their diverse and exciting projects, including the much-mentioned, Thus Spake Zarathustra. Connect with Paul Buy the book, The Writer's ToolkitVisit Paul's websiteConnect on Instagram @PaulKalburgiConnect on Twitter @PaulKalburgi Connect with Ned Visit Ned's websiteFollow Ned on Instagram @nedmanningDiscover Ned's book, Playground DutyDiscover Ned''s debut novel, Painting the Light Connect with 7-ON Visit the 7-ON websiteSeven Darts from Currency PressNo Nudity, Weapons or Naked Flames from Federation Press Support the show! This podcast is fuelled by coffee. If you'd like to support the show, please send some writing juice via the link below. Buy me a coffeeMake a donation Want to advertise or sponsor the show? Click here to get in touch Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-writers-toolkit/donations

    30 min
  5. Maggots at The Lion & Unicorn

    21/07/2024

    Maggots at The Lion & Unicorn

    In this episode of The Writer's Toolkit, I chat with David Brady, Artistic Director of The Lion & Unicorn Theatre in London’s Kentish Town, and Farah Najib, whose play Maggots enjoyed a successful run at the theatre earlier this year. Farah shares how she seized the opportunity to stage her play at The Lion & Unicorn, and how it resonated with audiences. David offers insights into the evolving fringe theatre landscape and provides invaluable advice for playwrights and theatre makers aiming to get their work on stage. Connect with Paul Buy the book, The Writer's ToolkitVisit Paul's websiteConnect on Instagram @PaulKalburgiConnect on Twitter @PaulKalburgi Connect with Farah Follow Farah on Instagram @farah_najib_Visit the Fight or Flight Productions website Connect with David Visit the Lion & Unicorn Theatre’s websiteFollow the Lion & Unicorn Theatre on InstagramVisit the Proforça Theatre Company websiteFollow Proforça Theatre on Instagram Support the show! This podcast is fuelled by coffee. If you'd like to support the show, please send some writing juice via the link below. Buy me a coffeeMake a donation Want to advertise or sponsor the show? Click here to get in touch Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-writers-toolkit/donations

    53 min
  6. New Writing in New Zealand

    14/07/2024

    New Writing in New Zealand

    In this episode of The Writer’s Toolkit Podcast, we shine a spotlight on the vibrant playwriting scene in Aotearoa New Zealand. Join me as I reflect on my time in New Zealand and share insights from three special guests: Murray Lynch, director of Playmarket NZ, discusses opportunities for playwrights; Keagan Carr Fransch shares the development journey of her play Dimensions in Black; and Nathan Joe explores his creative process with Scenes from a Yellow Peril. We also highlight the Robert Lord Writers Cottage, a cherished residency in the former home of New Zealand's first professional playwright. Connect with Paul Buy the book, The Writer's ToolkitVisit Paul's websiteConnect on Instagram @PaulKalburgiConnect on Twitter @PaulKalburgi Discover more about Robert Lord The Robert Lord DiariesThe Robert Lord Writer's Cottage residencyThree Plays by Robert Lord Support the show! This podcast is fuelled by coffee. If you'd like to support the show, please send some writing juice via the link below. Buy me a coffeeMake a donation Want to advertise or sponsor the show? Click here to get in touch Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-writers-toolkit/donations

    1h 10m
  7. Self-Producing Off-Broadway

    03/07/2024

    Self-Producing Off-Broadway

    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. Connect with Paul Buy the book, The Writer's ToolkitVisit Paul's websiteConnect on Instagram @PaulKalburgiConnect on Twitter @PaulKalburgi Connect with Winter Visit Winter’s websiteFollow Winter on InstagramFollow Winter on XDiscover Winter’s playsBuy Winter's children's book, Not A Cat Discover more about No One Is Forgotten Buy the published play text from ConcordListen to the operaRead the Playbill article about financing the production Support the show! This podcast is fuelled by coffee. If you'd like to support the show, please send some writing juice via the link below. Buy me a coffeeMake a donation Want to advertise or sponsor the show? Click here to get in touch Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-writers-toolkit/donations

    30 min
  8. 13P: Collective Action

    20/06/2024

    13P: Collective Action

    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. Connect with Paul Buy the book, The Writer's ToolkitVisit Paul's websiteConnect on Instagram @PaulKalburgiConnect on Twitter @PaulKalburgi Watch the film: A People’s History of 13P Connect with Winter Visit Winter’s websiteFollow Winter on InstagramFollow Winter on XDiscover Winter’s playsBuy Winter's children's book, Not A Cat Connect with Madeleine Visit Madeleine’s websiteFollow Madeleine on InstagramDiscover Madeleine’s plays Support the show! This podcast is fuelled by coffee. If you'd like to support the show, please send some writing juice via the link below. Buy me a coffeeMake a donation Want to advertise or sponsor the show? Click here to get in touch Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-writers-toolkit/donations

    46 min
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Hosted by Paul Kalburgi, The Writer's Toolkit Podcast is your go-to resource for navigating the journey of writing for screen and stage. Paul takes you inside the writing rooms of his favourite writers to explore their processes and projects, while sharing inspiring stories from writers who have forged their own paths. The podcast also highlights proactive strategies and innovative ideas for sharing your work with audiences. Subscribe for insightful conversations and practical advice that will inspire you to write and take charge of your creative destiny. Paul Kalburgi is a playwright and screenwriter, and the author of The Writer's Toolkit, published by Nick Hern Books, London. Visit paulkalburgi.com for information about his projects and writing workshops. -- This podcast is fuelled by coffee. If you'd like to support the show, send some writing juice via the link below... Buy me a coffee or Make a donation

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  • Creator
    Paul Kalburgi
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    27
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Paul Kalburgi, all rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    The Writer's Toolkit