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SUMMARY:Writing a 10 Minute Drama
DESCRIPTION:A practical\, confidence-building workshop designed for people who are new to writing for the stage. The session guides participants through the fundamentals of writing a 10-minute stage play\, the standard format for festivals such as Short + Sweet Festival. \nParticipants will be supported to develop an idea\, understand the constraints of a 10-minute structure\, and begin writing a piece that could be developed further for submission to short play festival or anywhere else. \nThe workshop focuses on clarity\, simplicity\, and momentum\, helping new writers realise that theatre writing is both accessible and achievable. \nBy the end of the workshop\, participants will: \n\nUnderstand how a 10-minute stage play works\nUnderstand the stagecraft and technical constraints of short form\nLearn the core elements needed for short-form theatre\nDevelop an idea that fits festival requirements\nDraft a 10-minute stage piece\nGain confidence to continue developing the work\n\nWho the workshop is for: \n\nPeople curious about theatre writing but unsure where to start\nWriters from other forms exploring stage work\nAnyone interested in submitting to short play festivals\n\nNo prior writing or theatre experience is required – total beginners welcome. \nFiona Georgiou Hunt is a scriptwriter\, director and story mentor who works across theatre and film\, helping writers shape stories for the stage and screen. With a background in both performance and script development\, she has collaborated with theatres\, production companies and screen organisations across the UK\, supporting projects from early idea through to production. \nTickets £10
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/writing-a-10-minute-drama/
LOCATION:Ripon Library\, The Arcade\, Ripon\, HG4 1AG\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Astro Norma and the Cosmic Piano
DESCRIPTION:A musical comedy that’s out of this world! \nBlast off with ASTRO NORMA on a madcap\, musical quest to find Grandpa’s lost star. But beware! The sneaky Silencer is hot on her trail\, ready to silence the tunes! Packed with awesome aliens\, rib-tickling robots\, and interplanetary puppets\, this joyful space odyssey will have kids reaching for the stars… \nAstro Norma is the brand-new show from BBC Popcorn New Writing Award nominated FLADAM (Flo Poskitt and Adam Sowter) best known for their hit shows GREEN FINGERS and HALLOWBEAN. Following a successful UK tour and a joyous run at Glastonbury Festival\, the duo can’t wait to touch down in Ripon this summer! \n“…the most amazing\, hilarious musical comedy duo” BBC Radio \n“Imagination\, catchy songs and big personality” The Scotsman \nPerformances at 10.30am & 12 noon\, running time approximately 45 mins \nAge Guide  3-10 \nTickets £6
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/astro-norma-and-the-cosmic-piano/
LOCATION:Ripon Library\, The Arcade\, Ripon\, HG4 1AG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:family
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SUMMARY:Astro Norma and the Cosmic Piano
DESCRIPTION:A musical comedy that’s out of this world! \nBlast off with ASTRO NORMA on a madcap\, musical quest to find Grandpa’s lost star. But beware! The sneaky Silencer is hot on her trail\, ready to silence the tunes! Packed with awesome aliens\, rib-tickling robots\, and interplanetary puppets\, this joyful space odyssey will have kids reaching for the stars… \nAstro Norma is the brand-new show from BBC Popcorn New Writing Award nominated FLADAM (Flo Poskitt and Adam Sowter) best known for their hit shows GREEN FINGERS and HALLOWBEAN. Following a successful UK tour and a joyous run at Glastonbury Festival\, the duo can’t wait to touch down in Ripon this summer! \n“…the most amazing\, hilarious musical comedy duo” BBC Radio \n“Imagination\, catchy songs and big personality” The Scotsman \nPerformances at 10.30am & 12 noon\, running time approximately 45 mins \nAge Guide  3-10 \nTickets £6
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/astro-norma-and-the-cosmic-piano-2/
LOCATION:Ripon Library\, The Arcade\, Ripon\, HG4 1AG\, United Kingdom
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