Graeae Theatre Company presents Graeae’s New Writing Festival Sat 25 – Sun 26 Jan

The Graeae New Writing Festival aims to foster inclusivity and dialogue around new writing, particularly highlighting the invaluable contributions of Deaf, Disabled, and neurodivergent playwrights.

Running across two days, the festival highlights include rehearsed readings of full-length plays by talented playwrights Shahid Iqbal Khan and Lettie Precious. Attendees will also enjoy specially commissioned short plays from emerging voices Jesse Stone, Madeleine Farnhill and Jordon Grant, showcasing the incredible diversity of storytelling within the Disabled writing community.

In addition to the readings, the festival will feature thought-provoking panel discussions with influential voices from the industry, as well as fully accessible networking opportunities for all attendees. This festival serves as a vital platform for exchanging ideas, stories, and experiences, enriching our understanding of diverse narratives in the arts.

Whether you’re a writer eager to share your voice, a theatre maker looking to connect with peers, or a lover of performing arts, your presence will help pave the way for a more vibrant and inclusive theatrical landscape.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of this transformative event!

More information on each play and content warnings are available at Graeae’s Play Information Page.

Ticketing: 

Add both Saturday and Sunday tickets to your basket for a discounted Festival Pass price.

Access Information:

• Introductions and panel discussions will be BSL-interpreted and captioned with audio description woven in.
• Plays and rehearsed readings will be captioned with audio description woven in.
• Access Workers and BSL-interpreters are available for networking.
• Due to Health and Safety procedure, we have a capacity of 6 wheelchairs on our 4th Floor. If there are no wheelchair access tickets available, please email michael.crowe@richmix.org.uk.

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