South Asian Playwrights' Programme

South Asian Playwrights' Programme | Application Form

This form is for applications to the South Asian Playwrights’ Programme, a collaboration between National Theatre of Scotland, A Play, A Pie and A Pint, Playwrights’ Studio, Scotland and Bijli Productions.
Section 1: Contact Details
Name*

First NameLast Name
Email*
example@example.com
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Section 2: Eligibility
I confirm that I:*

Am aged 18 or overAm not currently in full-time educationAm based in ScotlandIdentify as South Asian or of a mixed South Asian heritage
Section 3: Writing & Production History
Have you written at least one full-length stage play (50 minutes or more)?*

YesNo
Have you ever had a play produced at A Play, A Pie and A Pint?*

No (required)
How many fully funded professional productions of your work have you had?*

NoneOneMore than one (application selecting this cannot be considered)
By “fully funded professional production”, we mean a production that paid artists fees and was professionally resourced (e.g. through public funding, a producing theatre, or comparable professional support).
Section 4: About You
Please briefly outline your writing and theatre experience to date. This might include plays written, readings, development opportunities, productions, training, or other relevant creative work.*
(Maximum 250 words)
Please let us know if you have any access requirements or adjustments that would support you in applying for or participating in this programme. This information will only be used to help us make appropriate arrangements and will not form part of the selection process.
Section 5: Writing Sample
Title of submitted play*
Approximate running time (minutes)*
Has this play had any of the following? (tick all that apply)*

ReadingsDevelopment workshopsProductionNone of the above
File Upload - full-length play script (50+ mins)*

Accepted formats: PDF or Word document. One file only.
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Section 6: New Play Pitch (for A Play, A Pie and A Pint)
Programme Reminders
- This opportunity provides two paid opportunities for Scottish South Asian playwrights. Each writer will develop a new play with support from professional dramaturgs.
- The programme supports the development of a new 50-minute play (maximum 3 performers).
- Selected writers will receive £2,750 for writing a first draft, plus paid development workshops and a rehearsed reading.
- The play will be further developed and produced by A Play, A Pie and A Pint in a future season.
Working title of proposed new play*
Pitch Guidance

Please tell us about the new play you would like to develop through this programme.

Your pitch should:
- Be for a different play from your submitted writing sample
- Be suitable for A Play, A Pie and A Pint (approx. 50 minutes, max 3 performers)
- Outline the story, characters, and world of the play
- Share what excites you about this idea and why you want to write it now
File Upload - pitch for new play (max 2 pages / approx. 1,000 words)*

Accepted formats: PDF or Word document. One file only.
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Section 7: Final Declarations
I confirm that:*

The play idea submitted is original and my own workI understand that IP remains with me, and that A Play, A Pie and A Pint will hold exclusive first licensing rights if selectedI am available to take part in development activity as outlined in the programme
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South Asian Playwrights' Programme | Application Form

Section 1: Contact Details

Section 2: Eligibility

Section 3: Writing & Production History

Section 4: About You

Section 5: Writing Sample

Section 6: New Play Pitch (for A Play, A Pie and A Pint)

Section 7: Final Declarations