Theatre Farm R&D Retreat

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Introducing...
Theatre Farm R&D Retreat

The Theatre Farm R&D Retreat Project will return in 2017, please email to join the mailing list or keep an eye on here for info.

Are you an emerging theatre practitioner / company who wants to develop a new project for children or young people or a mid-career artist looking for a fresh perspective? If so, read on…

The Theatre Farm Research and Development Retreat, set up by Sam Worboys of Worboys Productions, is a fantastic opportunity for theatre practitioners who want to develop a piece of theatre for children or young people. The Retreat, set in the beautiful Suffolk countryside, offers free barn studio spaces, outdoor areas, glamping accommodation and Mess Tent for a 12 day creative residency for up to 3 new projects (12 artists max between 2-3 companies).

During the Retreat, there will be time for artists to work on projects as well as opportunities for group discussions, sharings of work and one to one sessions with experienced consultants in various fields of the industry (writer, designer, marketeer, dramaturg and producer). At the end of the Retreat, participants will have the opportunity to present their work informally at associated theatres to raise awareness of and promote their work to invited industry professionals.

The key aim of the Retreats are to support the development of work, so artists will maintain control over their creative output.

Applications are welcome from individuals and companies.

To request an application pack or for questions, please contact: samworboys@live.co.uk

Worboys Productions Theatre Farm R&D Retreat is supported by:
Arts Council England Grants for the Arts, Cambridge Junction,
Theatre Royal Bury St Edmunds, The Garage Norwich & Otherplace Brighton.

2016 Supported Artists : Above Bounds, Babolin Theatre, Gomito Theatre & Josie Dale-Jones

2015 Supported Artists: Above Bounds, All-In Productions, Snickelway, KinAesthetic, Rebecca Hurst & Pip Nash

2014 Supported Artists: Bootworks, Jon Whitten & Monstro Theatre

“This was unlike anything we have ever participated in before and offered something we never knew we absolutely needed. The dedicated time in such a beautiful and open space to really cut ourselves off from day to day life, and enjoy making our work together. We were honestly, so happy with our experience.” Bootworks

“To spend two weeks exploring and making, surrounded by exciting, skilled companies, supported by a rolling cast of industry experts, all on the backdrop of the gorgeous Suffolk countryside was an absolute privilege, not to mention rocket-fuel for the show!” Jon Whitten

“A fantastic concept, well-delivered. Pretty much the ideal setting in which to develop new work. No distractions, welcoming and organised, and lots of opportunities to share ideas.” Monstro Theatre

I’m always planning for future Theatre Farm R&D Retreats, please get in contact if you’d like to get involved, whether as a partner, supporter or creative. In particular, the Retreats need financial partners to help develop and grow what has been an incredibly successful beginning.

The farm is available, outside of the organised Theatre Farm R&D Retreats, for solo companies/projects throughout the summer season (June-Sept). Profits go to support the annual Theatre Farm Retreat and those artists attending.