About the Show
Showcasing 12 emerging playwrights from SE London, across two evenings.
SE London-based Spontaneous Productions is delighted to present IRL, the first showcase of new work from emerging playwrights taking part in Make a Scene, our Arts Council England-funded writers’ programme.
Across two evenings, a professional cast will bring 12 original scripts to life in dynamic script-in-hand performances, offering audiences a first glimpse of exciting new theatrical voices. A second showcase, featuring longer works by selected writers, will follow this autumn.
Funny, provocative, surprising and thought-provoking, IRL explores life in the 21st century through a rich mix of styles, stories and perspectives. From sharp comedy to compelling drama, these fresh new scripts capture the complexities, contradictions and connections of the world we live in. Join us for two entertaining evenings celebrating the next generation of playwrights.
Please note each performance on Friday 17 & Saturday 18 July will present six different scripts. For details of which will be shown when, please see this page for updates.
Both evenings will feature a post-show Q&A session with the writers and cast, compered by programme co-coodinator Emma Dennis-Edwards.
The writers
ANASTASIIA MALNIEVA, ELGIN EDISON, EYIARA OLUGUNNA, LAUREN ROBERTS-TURNER, MATT DAVIS, MITHIRAN RAVINDRAN, RICARDO JARRETT, SASHA BONDARSKA, SHARITAH BOULTON, SKY CAESAR, SOHAILA FERRIER, TIFFANY WONG
Bar provided by Ignition Brewery.
Images from previous Scratch Nights
The Audience Reviews
Audience comments for previous new writing ‘scratch nights’:
- “Really impressive writing and fantastic performances!”
- “Sydenham’s scratch nights have become an institution…always so much fun, and brilliantly acted and directed.”
- “Really enjoyed the whole evening. Very entertaining and great writing. Look forward to the next instalment/s!”
- “Wonderful evening. Will definitely come again. Please do more!”
- “Congratulations on a great night. I thought it was a really strong crop of plays all really well performed.”
- “Thanks for another great evening’s entertainment. Great acting and v high production levels, as always”
- “I enjoyed it very much. Very original and funny!”
- “Brilliant. Well acted and well written”
- “Amazing as always, thanks you so much! Original and funny – I loved it!”
- “Consistently high standard of writing/ direction/ performance”
- “Great scripts!”
- “Brilliant production with talented performers and entertaining scripts”
Show Details
Show: Friday 17 & Saturday 18 July, 7.30-9.30pm* Performances last approx 2 hrs inc interval & Q+A with writers and cast.
Suitable for adults only.
Tickets:
- Tickets for each performance separately: £15 standard price, £20 pay a little more, £10 pay a little less
- Combined tickets for both performances: £25 standard price, £35 pay a little more, £15 pay a little less
Location: Upstairs at the Sydenham Centre, 44a Sydenham Road, London SE26 5QX
Book Tickets
Online: click the button below, which will take you to the date choices and then to the Stripe checkout. Note: online booking closes 30 minutes before the show starts, but seats may be available on the door.
In person: tickets may also be available on the door, from 30 mins before advertised show time (subject to availability).
The Cast
The Credits
- Co-directed by Jonathan Kaufman and Xanthus
- Produced by Jonathan Kaufman
- Costume design & associate producer Jackie Poulett
- Scenic design Alexia Lopez
The Sponsors
Show Details
Show: Friday 17 & Saturday 18 July, 7.30-9.30pm* Performances last approx 2 hrs inc interval & Q+A with writers and cast.
Suitable for adults only.
Tickets:
- Tickets for each performance separately: £15 standard price, £20 pay a little more, £10 pay a little less
- Combined tickets for both performances: £25 standard price, £35 pay a little more, £15 pay a little less
Location: Upstairs at the Sydenham Centre, 44a Sydenham Road, London SE26 5QX
About the Show
Showcasing 12 emerging playwrights from SE London, across two evenings.
SE London-based Spontaneous Productions is delighted to present IRL, the first showcase of new work from emerging playwrights taking part in Make a Scene, our Arts Council England-funded writers’ programme.
Across two evenings, a professional cast will bring 12 original scripts to life in dynamic script-in-hand performances, offering audiences a first glimpse of exciting new theatrical voices. A second showcase, featuring longer works by selected writers, will follow this autumn.
Funny, provocative, surprising and thought-provoking, IRL explores life in the 21st century through a rich mix of styles, stories and perspectives. From sharp comedy to compelling drama, these fresh new scripts capture the complexities, contradictions and connections of the world we live in. Join us for two entertaining evenings celebrating the next generation of playwrights.
Please note each performance on Friday 17 & Saturday 18 July will present six different scripts. For details of which will be shown when, please see this page for updates.
Both evenings will feature a post-show Q&A session with the writers and cast, compered by programme co-coodinator Emma Dennis-Edwards.
The writers
ANASTASIIA MALNIEVA, ELGIN EDISON, EYIARA OLUGUNNA, LAUREN ROBERTS-TURNER, MATT DAVIS, MITHIRAN RAVINDRAN, RICARDO JARRETT, SASHA BONDARSKA, SHARITAH BOULTON, SKY CAESAR, SOHAILA FERRIER, TIFFANY WONG
Bar provided by Ignition Brewery.
Book Tickets
Online: click the button below, which will take you to the date choices and then to the Stripe checkout. Note: online booking closes 30 minutes before the show starts, but seats may be available on the door.
In person: tickets may also be available on the door, from 30 mins before advertised show time (subject to availability).
Images from previous Scratch Nights
The Cast
The Credits
- Co-directed by Jonathan Kaufman and Xanthus
- Produced by Jonathan Kaufman
- Costume design & associate producer Jackie Poulett
- Scenic design Alexia Lopez
The Audience Reviews
Audience comments for previous new writing ‘scratch nights’:
- “Really impressive writing and fantastic performances!”
- “Sydenham’s scratch nights have become an institution…always so much fun, and brilliantly acted and directed.”
- “Really enjoyed the whole evening. Very entertaining and great writing. Look forward to the next instalment/s!”
- “Wonderful evening. Will definitely come again. Please do more!”
- “Congratulations on a great night. I thought it was a really strong crop of plays all really well performed.”
- “Thanks for another great evening’s entertainment. Great acting and v high production levels, as always”
- “I enjoyed it very much. Very original and funny!”
- “Brilliant. Well acted and well written”
- “Amazing as always, thanks you so much! Original and funny – I loved it!”
- “Consistently high standard of writing/ direction/ performance”
- “Great scripts!”
- “Brilliant production with talented performers and entertaining scripts”
The Sponsors