plays@3

One day, one space, one play

Every month, BOLD is offering a free rehearsal space for a company/director/writer - the opportunity to rehearse and hear a new play out loud. Whether you’re a director bringing in a play or the writer yourself, this is a chance to put a finished draft of a new piece on its feet and see how it sounds. The day starts with a rehearsal and ends with a relaxed 3pm sharing, giving you the chance to test ideas with an audience and gather valuable feedback. A light-touch, daytime version of our Playwrights Play Night — supportive, low-pressure, and focused on creative exploration.

Each event is selected entirely by lottery — offering an open, accessible opportunity for artists to share new work. Once selected, creators confirm their commitment to presenting their piece, and the project is officially announced.

Applications for this round will be open from Tuesday 23rd December until Midnight on Tuesday 30th December.

As it’s December, we are feeling very generous and will be offering 2 dates in January. We will be offering space on the 27th and the 28th January 2026. So if you enter you will be eligible to get either date. So make sure you are free on BOTH Monday 26th January and Tuesday the 27th January before you apply.

What BOLD Provides

• Rehearsal & performance space for one day

• Support from a BOLD associate attending the event

• Publicity and promotion through the BOLD Theatre website and channels

• Advice and guidance on casting if needed

What Creators Provide

• Organisation of casting and creative team

• Marketing materials (blurb & a photograph / image for promotion)

• A minimum audience of six invited guests

Each Scratch concludes with a Q&A session, led by either the director or a BOLD associate, offering space for reflection, feedback, and conversation.

To be considered for the lottery, please fill in the form below. Only one application per project.