ARE THERE ANY LIMITATIONS FOR THE SCRIPTS?

We just ask for the scripts to be:

WHAT WILL THE PLAYS BE LIKE? WHY DO YOU CALL THEM "READINGS"?

The shows will be somewhere in between a play and a READING: this means the actors will perform with the script in their hands reading when necessary, with a basic idea of scenic movements, intention, emotion, etc. It's more than just reading dialogues; it's less than a fully prepared play. That's why the props and the lighting will not be elaborate - because it's not a fully prepared play yet.

SINCE IT'S A READING, DO I HAVE TO REHEARSE IT?

Yes, it would be ideal. Not so much to have your actors memorize their lines, but enough for them to know basic scene movemements, and to be already quite familiar with the script.

WHAT'S THE IDEA BEHIND SCRIPTED BRUSSELS?

Based on the intuition by Deborah Ann Smith and Process Theatre of creating Scripted Toronto, Scripted Brussels 2020 is the European edition of the theatre Festival where you can try your script in front of an audience at a not-yet-complete stage of the work. To see where it works best, if you need to change something, or just gain the confidence that your play is great and you can go on and produce it. Audience members will also give feedback on the play, via slips of paper they can leave in a box at the end of the evening.

IS THERE MONEY INVOLVED?

Application is free, and unfortunately we are not able to give you a compensation for your show. So, basically no economic transactions happen between the Authors and the Festival. The audience will pay a ticket which will help cover the cost of the theatre.

WHAT IF I DON'T HAVE THE ACTORS OR THE DIRECTOR?

We can put you in touch with people that can fit your needs. Possible economic arrangements between the Authors and the Actors are made between them.

WHAT ABOUT THE WORKSHOPS?

During the days of Saturday and Sunday, there will be workshops of acting and writing for theatre. The schedule of workshops is not official yet - keep in touch!

HOW DO I APPLY?

Applications are now closed, sorry. But keep your script for the 2021 edition!

CAN I APPLY IF I'M UNDER 18 YEARS OLD?

Of course! We welcome subscriptions from writers of all ages. Depending on the applications, we might even add a "Debut" section of the Festival.

I'M AN ACTOR OR DIRECTOR. HOW DO I GET INVOLVED?

Send your headshot and resumé to scriptedbrussels2020@gmail.com. We will create a database and upload it on the site, and the authors will contact you directly to make arrangements.

CAN I SPECIFY THE DAY I WOULD LIKE MY READING TO BE STAGED?

To a point. It would really help the organization if you could be flexible to perform either Friday, Saturday or Sunday night. If there are extenuating circumstances which make it impossible to perform on a given date, specify it in the application and we'll try to do our best to meet your needs.

WHERE DOES IT ALL HAPPEN?

In the cozy atmosphere of Salle Artincelle
rue de la Victoire 158
1060 BRUSSELS - ST-GILLES
Belgium
https://www.artincelle.com/ The dimensions of the stage are 6.3m X 5.1m, and the lighting is very basic.

WHEN?

15, 16, 17 May 2020

I HAVE A QUESTION WHICH IS NOT ANSWERED TO IN THIS PAGE. WHAT DO I DO?

... you guessed it. Write to us at scriptedbrussels2020@gmail.com