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Barnstormers | Call for New Short Plays

Deadline: Midnight on Wednesday 30th April 2025

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Barnstormers is seeking short plays (10-20 minutes) from writers based in or connected to West Somerset, Somerset or Exmoor. Selected scripts will be performed as informal readings in 2025, with the potential for a new writing tour in 2026.

Who Can Apply?

  • Writers of any age.
  • Scripts must be original, unpublished, and unperformed professionally.
  • Plays should be suitable for village hall performances (small casts, minimal set/tech).

How to Submit:

 by midnight on the 30th April 2025

  • Your script (PDF only).
  • A short synopsis (max. 200 words).

Additional Info:

  • No fees or payment – this is a voluntary opportunity for a not-for-profit society - we do it for the sheer fun!
  • Writers retain copyright of their work.
  • Casting and direction will be managed by Barnstormers, but collaboration is welcome.
  • For queries, contact barnstormersminehead@gmail.com 

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