THE KENNETH BRANAGH INTERNATIONAL DRAMA AWARD FOR NEW DRAMA WRITING 2024

 

FAQs

 

 

What is the selection process?

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Scripts are evaluated by our readers, and the final short list by the competition judges. The three finalists will be notified by mid-June. Results (including long and short lists) will be announced via the Windsor Fringe website, social media and other promotional sites. Approximate announcement dates are expected to be:  Long list – end of April; Short list end of May and Final three mid-June.

 

The name of the winner of the Kenneth Branagh Award for New Drama Writing will be held in a sealed envelope until the Awards Ceremony which takes place at the end of the last night’s performances, and will be announced by the Chair of the Windsor Fringe.

 

When are the final scripts performed?

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The final three plays will be performed in Windsor nightly over three consecutive dates in October 2024. The finalists will be notified and the Directors of their plays appointed.  The writers are invited to attend the Award night performance when the winner is announced, and each will be given two complimentary tickets.

 

 

 

What if I am not good on a computer, how can I submit my script?

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 As a general rule, scripts can no longer be submitted by hard copy. However, if you are having trouble, or are unable to submit online, please contact drama@windsorfringe.org.uk or phone +44 7724 027748

 

 

 

What do I do if I do not get confirmation when I email my script?

 

Writers will receive an automated reply when their script is uploaded, and payment received. If, for any reason, you do not receive an email within 48 hours please check your spam folder and, if need be, email us.