Playwrights' Studio Scotland is an independent writer-specific arts organisation in Scotland.[1][2]

History

The withdrawal of Scottish Arts Council funding from the Scottish Society of Playwrights in 1985 created a financial vacuum from which Playwrights' Studio Scotland eventually emerged in 2004 After years of campaigning led by Playwright Tom McGrath and the Traverse Theatre.

With majority funding from Creative Scotland they support writers of any experience.

They organise a diverse range of events, networking opportunities, and competitions.

Many of Scotland's biggest theatres, actors, and playwrights have come through their door over the years to share tips and tricks, and learn from the masters.

The Studio is responsible for delivering many elements of the MSc Playwriting programme at the University of Edinburgh, and the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland's Masters degree in Classical and Contemporary Text.

Current Projects

Skill Share Lunches allow creatives to schedule sessions to share experience with others.

Coorie In, with support from Creative Scotland’s Cultural Recovery Fund supports playwrights recovering from the impact of Covid 19.

St Andrews Playwriting Award in association with St Andrews University and The Byre Theatre, Perth.

The James Tait Black Prize for Drama, offered in association with the University of Edinburgh, and The Traverse Theatre.

References

  1. ↑ "New Scottish playwriting, old myths and real future needs – The International Journal of Scottish Theatre and Screen". Retrieved 2023-11-21.
  2. ↑ Brown, Ian (2011). "'Playwrights' workshops of the Scottish Society of Playwrights,the Eugene O'Neill Center and their long term impact in the UK" (PDF). International Journal of Scottish Theatre and Screen. 4.2: 35–50 – via ijosts.
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