The Traverse Theatre is launching two exciting new initiatives that will form part of an inaugural season of work by emerging artists to take place in November 2006.

EMERGING THEATRE COMPANIES

They are seeking two exciting theatre companies to take part in the inaugural emerging artists’ season at the Traverse Theatre. Each company will receive professional support, a bursary and the opportunity to perform as part of the season. CLOSING DATE Mon 12 June 2006, 10am

EMERGING WRITERS

The Traverse is looking for up to 20 of the most promising writers to take part in a 10 day residency as part of the inaugural emerging artists’ season at the Traverse Theatre. Each writer will be offered a fully paid residency with script development, masterclasses and mentoring by leading playwrights. CLOSING DATE Fri 14 July 2006, 10am
Full descriptions & application packs for each scheme can be downloaded at www.traverse.co.uk/jobs.html  or send a 58p SAE marked either Emerging Theatre Companies or Emerging Writers, to Traverse Theatre, Cambridge Street, Edinburgh, EH1 2ED.

This project has been made possible with funding from the Scottish Arts Council.