Watch the videos from International She Writes

The theme for this month’s She Writes was ‘international’ and we showcased 9 short plays all inspired by the theme.

‘International’ by Maggie Drury was a comedy about three women who are trying to set up their own international organisation whilst learning languages.  See it here.

‘Sea monsters’ was a fantastical fable by Sam Hall, set in the time of the sagas. A mendacious story-teller gets his come-uppance at the hands of a feisty bar-wench. See it here.   

 ‘Sunny side’ by Ziella Bryars, told the story of a fantastical journey to America, and why the narrator now can’t stand eggs.  See it here.

‘Under trust’ by Hannah Rodger was an atmospheric tale of an American in Scotland who encounters a ghostly ancestor. See it here.

‘Washington, Wisconsin, Wales, Wigan, Whitstable’ by Sarah Davies was a hilarious, earthy story about lonely man who runs an International Travel Agency but has never been out of Kent.  See it here.

‘Who do you think...?’ by Irina Fridman reminded us that what you see is not always what you get. See it here.

‘Jet Set’ by L Gooding was a conversation between two jet-setting ladies whose lives at first glamorous, grew more desperate at the wine flowed. See it here.

‘Bad Signal’ by SM Jenkin seemingly told the story of the delivery of a television, but there was more to the relationship between mother and daughter than met the eye. See it here.

In the final play of the night, ‘Rotten Fish’ by Carolina Ortega, we had another fantastical tale, this time about a sister who tries to save her brother from kidnappers. See it here.  

Some of the plays were being performed for the first time, and so the She Writes showcases can be a useful step in the development process for a play. All plays that aren’t selected receive brief development notes.

The next She Writes is on 20 June – we are having a lucky dip open submissions policy for this event!  The only considerations are:

■no more than 4 characters (unless clever doubling is possible)

 ■no longer than 6 minutes (this works out at 6 pages-ish depending on how much dialogue vs action)

 ■written by a female playwright based in, or from the UK.

Please email your submissions in Word or PDF format to 17percentevents@gmail.com by the closing date of 12 May.

Submissions for the next She Writes is open...

She Writes on Wednesday was great, we showcased 9 really different short plays, you will be able to see them soon on Youtube. In the meantime, the next theme is an open submission – lucky dip! Plays on any topic are being accepted, the only considerations are:

• no more than 4 characters (unless clever doubling is possible)
• no longer than 6 minutes (this works out at 6 pages-ish depending on how much dialogue vs action)
• written by a female playwright based in, or from the UK.

Please email your submissions in Word or PDF format to 17percentevents@gmail.com by the closing date of 12 May.

Poster for 21 March

We will welcome you onboard!

The plays for our International showcase...

We are please to announce that the plays to be performed on 21 March are:

Under Trust by Hannah Rodger

Jet Set by L Gooding

Bad signal  by S Jenkin

Rotten Fish by Carolina Ortega

International by Maggie Drury

Sunny Side by Ziella Bryars

Who do you think...? by Irina Fridman

*Final line-up is subject to slight changes. Some extra goodies to be confirmed. We advise booking, as we anticipate this show will be popular.

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17Percent newsletter features She Writes

The last 17Percent newsletter for the year features lots of information on She Writes. Read it here!

Submissions open now for 21 March - International theme

Submissions are open now for the next She Writes evening - a showcase for women writers held at the Horsebridge Centre in Whitstable, Kent.

- We are looking for 6 minute plays on an international theme, by women.
- Your play should have no more than 4 or 5 characters, less is better.
- 6 minutes maximum - or about 6 pages of script.

You can interpret 'international' as you wish. The broader the better. See earlier posts for examples of some of the plays we have selected.
Deadline: 14 January.
Send your play to 17percentevents@gmail.com in Word or PDF.

Get writing!

What you might have missed! She Writes on 7 December

The second She Writes on 7 December was well attended and we showcased a wide range of plays. We were once again treated to a meal with a variety of courses...

This is what our audience said:

"The actors were superb, all characters created were unique and suited to the plays. FAB!!!"
"...some fantastic plays and acting!"

"...a marvelous selection of work..."

STARTERS

'At the beginning' - Anna Farnworth, Amy Flight and Sue Blakesley

'At the beginning' by SM Jenkin, told a story with a sci-fi twist. Two aliens living on earth invite a damaged nurse around for tea. Little does the nurse expect that she's the main course... Watch it now!

Neil Sutcliffe and Sue Blakesley in 'Starter'

'Starter' by Julia Pascal told the story of an older tutor and her younger student. His grammer is all wrong though, so will they kiss? Watch it now!

MAINS

Anna Farnworth in 'And so to the main course'

'And so the the main course' by Clare Shaw tells a funny and dark story about a woman who takes revenge on an overpowering husband. Watch it now!

Sadie Hurley and Chris Green in 'Elephant'

 'Elephant' by Natalie Savage, tells the story of an elephant in the room, when two advertising execs finally face up to what happened at the staff Christmas party... (This piece contains strong language)  Watch it now!

Sam Pearson, Chyna Graham, Chris Green (front) and Neil Sutcliffe in 'Dinner'

'Dinner' by Alison Farina is an extract from a longer work, it tells the story of Adam's first wife, Lileth, and the disharmony caused in the Garden of Eden. Watch it now!

'The Mary and Joseph Phenomenon': Sadie Hurley, Amy Flight and Sue Blakesley 

'The Mary and Joseph Phenomenon' by tonight's director Sarah Davies, told the funny and touching story of what became of 'Mary' and 'Joseph' after the school Nativity play. Watch it now!

DESSERTS

Kate Ferrett, Chyna Graham and Sam Pearson in 'Cupcakes'

'Cupcakes' by L Gooding told the story of 3 female prisoners' imaginations, as they are transported to a happier place whilst eating their regulation custard. Watch it now!

Anna Farnworth and Sadie Hurley in 'A sweet to finish'

'A sweet to finish' by Valerie Cutko, told the story of two old scholfriends who meet up after a long time. Watch it now!

Amy Flight in 'Just desserts'

'Just Desserts' by Sue Blakesley told a dark story of a murderess who is about to get her own 'just desserts'... Watch it now!

The next She Writes evening is on 21 March 2012. As part of the International Women's Day and Month celebrations - we will have an international theme. Playwrights please send your submissions by 14 January. Six minutes long maximum, no more than 4 characters.