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WriteNow – Penguin Random House

WriteNow is publisher Penguin’s programme to find, nurture and publish writers and illustrators from communities under-represented on the UK’s bookshelves. This includes (but is not…


Still on the Page- 30% off for lost Nick Hern published productions

As the coronavirus outbreak continues to unfold, venues across the UK and beyond have been forced to close their doors. The plays on there have…


Superbia Grant- Greater Manchester for work that is by, for, or primarily about LGBT+ people.

Superbia Grants can help support the staging of an event or bring to life a project or initiative, and THEY look to support a variety…


Open Culture- Free online courses from leading universities

Open Culture have spent nearly the past decade and a half amassing just the resources you need. At their selection of more than 1,500 free…


New Creatives North- audio commissions for 16-30 year olds

New Creatives North is an exciting talent development scheme that offers opportunities for creators to be mentored by experienced artists to make new artistic works…


Writers’ Academy- BBC Studios. Open to non professional writers for the first time

The BBC Studios Writers’ Academy gives writers the opportunity to learn from some of the biggest names in the industry, the chance to develop their…


Papatango- monologue competition

Papatango have set aside £2000 to support 20 artists to create despite coronavirus. They invite you to pen a monologue of up to 5 minutes…


Manchester International Festival- Virtual Drop in for artists

If you’re an artist or freelancer who wants a chat or support as a result of what is happening due to COVID-19, Manchester International Festival…