BBC Comedy and Liverpool Royal Court Theatre | Stage Write Comedy Special 2027

Stage Write Playwright Development: Comedy Special Supported By BBC Comedy

The 2027 Stage Write programme from Liverpool's Royal Court Theatre will be a brand-new edition, a Comedy Special supported by BBC Comedy.

It’s the same Stage Write Development Programme led by Liverpool’s Royal Court Stage Write team with the help of professional writers and directors, developing existing writing skills, however, this year they’ll be guiding participants towards developing a full-length comedy script for stage.

This is part of BBC Comedy’s legacy from the 2026 BBC Comedy Festival, which was hosted at the theatre.

It’s time to nurture the next generation of comedy writing talent!

Meeting two evenings a month for nine months, the programme is completely free and is open to writers living or studying in the Liverpool City Region.

Applications are now open. You will be asked to complete an application form and submit a 10-page sample of comedy writing.

For further details and to apply visit the Liverpool Royal Court Theatre website

The deadline for applications is November 23rd. Shortlisting and interviews will be take place in early December.