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Box of Tricks @boxoftrickstheatre.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

📸 Rehearsal Photos! Check out these snaps from the rehearsal room of new musical How Soon is Now? by Sian Owen. Opening at @thelowry.com 1-3 October before heading out on a UK tour. 🎟️ Book Now >>> f.mtr.cool/it96y3c2tr 📸 Chris Payne

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Box of Tricks @boxoftrickstheatre.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

🎧 We're working with Hear the Picture for the third time, going further than ever to create innovative character-led audio description that enriches the storytelling at every show. Want to help us make that a reality? 👩‍💻 Donate Now >>> f.mtr.cool/yfnktourly

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Box of Tricks @boxoftrickstheatre.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

⏲️ Two weeks to go! Can you help us? Your support makes every single performance of How Soon is Now? accessible to visually-impaired audiences. Not just a one-off performance but every show. Every pound is doubled - doubling your impact. 🔗 Donate Now >> f.mtr.cool/xyibnnkonr

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✓ Specialist audio description writers
✓ Recording and editing
✓ Headsets and technical equipment
✓ Pre-show touch tours exploring the set and props
✓ Technicians
✓ Maintenance across 11 venues
✓ Accessibility consultants"

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Box of Tricks @boxoftrickstheatre.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

💗 Can you support our Crowdfunder for audio description? As we discovered on Danesha, creative audio description can become "a whole other theatrical language" that not only increases access, but deepens audience engagement. 📲 Donate Now >>> f.mtr.cool/oiuyrnxfkn

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Box of Tricks @boxoftrickstheatre.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

🥳 Our Crowdfunder has hit £6000! Thank you so much. Every pound takes us closer to making EVERY performance of How Soon is Now? accessible to visually-impaired audiences. Not only that, but your donation will be doubled thanks to match-funding! 💸 f.mtr.cool/uhryzaaize

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Box of Tricks @boxoftrickstheatre.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

We're thrilled to share the cast for new indie musical, How Soon is Now? set to a live soundtrack of 90s classics. This world premiere production by acclaimed playwright Siân Owen opens @Lowry Salford ahead of a UK tour.

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Box of Tricks @boxoftrickstheatre.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

🎧 Audio description for theatre is a live narration delivered through headphones that describes the visuals during natural pauses in the dialogue for those with sight impairment. Help us offer AD at every performance of How Soon is Now? 📲 Donate Now >>> f.mtr.cool/ulnjwxlurj

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Box of Tricks @boxoftrickstheatre.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Help make every performance of How Soon is Now? accessible through audio description. Donate today >>> f.mtr.cool/frmgwaplnd

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Box of Tricks @boxoftrickstheatre.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

💸 We need your help! Box of Tricks is working with Hear the Picture to make every performance of new musical How Soon is Now? accessible to blind and visually-impaired audiences. Every donation will be DOUBLED thanks to match funding. 🔗 Donate Now >>> f.mtr.cool/dmmtqwasem

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Box of Tricks @boxoftrickstheatre.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

📣 Box of Tricks is on tour this autumn! Set to a live soundtrack of 90’s classics, How Soon is Now? is an indie musical about mates, music and magic – finding your place and finding yourself. 🔗 f.mtr.cool/jjvfgopmms

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Box of Tricks @boxoftrickstheatre.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

⭕️ PlayMakers Circle coming! Final one of the current cycle. Join Box of Tricks and fellow writers on Zoom for a check-in, catch-up and time to write. 🗓️ Weds 1 July, 10:30am 🔗 Sign up today (PWYD) >>> f.mtr.cool/cioorgtmka

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Box of Tricks @boxoftrickstheatre.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

⭕️ PlayMakers Circle incoming! Join Box of Tricks and fellow writers on Zoom for a check-in, catch-up and time to write. 🗓️ Weds 3 June, 10:30am 🔗 Sign up today (PWYD) >>> f.mtr.cool/auhzffqenm

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Box of Tricks @boxoftrickstheatre.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

📚 New PlayMakers Masterclass! Join us for Talking it Out: Dialogue is King with Nicole Joseph at @thesjt.bsky.social. Get to grips with dialogue and explore it in practical, creative ways 📆 Weds 20 May 📲 Book Now >>> f.mtr.cool/iqvntqtkmj

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Box of Tricks @boxoftrickstheatre.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

⭕️ PlayMakers Circle is back next week! Join Box of Tricks and fellow writers on Zoom for a check-in, catch-up and time to write. 🗓️ Weds 6 May, 10:30am 🔗 Sign up today (PWYD) >> f.mtr.cool/owdtavkdso

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Box of Tricks @boxoftrickstheatre.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

⭕ PlayMakers! Join us at our latest PlayMakers Circle - a monthly online meet-up and communal writing session for playwrights across the North. We'd love to see you there. 📆 Weds 6 May 10:30am-12:30pm 📲 Book now (PWYD) >>> f.mtr.cool/vmyrycchbr

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Box of Tricks @boxoftrickstheatre.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

📝 PlayMakers! Join us for Off Roading - a Masterclass exploring rural touring to village halls, libraries, pubs and community spaces. 📆 Leeds Playhouse | Tues 28 April, 6:30pm 🎟️ PWYD (from £1) >>> f.mtr.cool/luputpzcqb

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Box of Tricks @boxoftrickstheatre.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

🐣 PlayMakers! Step into Spring with our Easter Coffee Morning at HOME Mcr! Join us for a relaxed and friendly get-together for Northern writers and theatremakers. 📅 2 April, 10:30am at HOME Mcr 🎟️ Book Now >>> f.mtr.cool/ametljlbao

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Box of Tricks @boxoftrickstheatre.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

📚 PlayMakers! Join us for a FREE practical workshop on building a strong creative community. 📆 Sat 28 March at 11am at @unitytheatre.bsky.social 🎟️ Book Now >>> f.mtr.cool/ipksgbtenh

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Box of Tricks @boxoftrickstheatre.bsky.social · 20/02/2026

🚨 PlayMakers - one week to go! Our first Script Surgeries window closes on Friday 27 February 6pm. So if you're a Northern playwright and would like dramaturgical feedback and a one-on-one script session, apply this week. 📑 Apply Now >>> f.mtr.cool/zhdigbpgif

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Box of Tricks @boxoftrickstheatre.bsky.social · 20/02/2026

Check out Doppelgänger, a brilliant @bbcwriters.bsky.social Long Story Short film by @alisoncarr.bsky.social. A 13-minute comedy/drama about a woman facing her lifelong rivalry with her doppelgänger. Watch now >>> f.mtr.cool/slngbevtfv

A still from Doppelgänger short film - identical women sit in a cafe with a waitress taking their order.

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Box of Tricks @boxoftrickstheatre.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

⭕ PlayMakers Circle is back in a couple of weeks! Join fellow writers on Zoom for a check-in, catch-up and time to write. 📆 Wednesday 4 March at 10:30am 🔗 Sign up today (PWYD) >>> f.mtr.cool/jdjwfhgpce

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Box of Tricks @boxoftrickstheatre.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

✏️PlayMakers! Join us at @livetheatre.bsky.social or via Zoom for a practical Masterclass on the playwright’s role in the development process. Tickets PWYD from £1. 🎟️ Book now >>> f.mtr.cool/bjfcajvtbv

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Box of Tricks @boxoftrickstheatre.bsky.social · 29/01/2026

📣 Our PlayMakers Season 2026 is here! A mix of opportunities for Northern talent: 📑 Script Surgeries 📙 Masterclasses ✏️ Workshops ⭕️ PlayMakers Circle ☕ Easter Coffee Morning 🌍 Pen Pals International Showcase 📲 f.mtr.cool/yixjgpyyhh

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Box of Tricks @boxoftrickstheatre.bsky.social · 19/12/2025

☃️ Festive Missive 2025! As we clock off for Christmas, have a read of what we've been up to this year and a little look ahead to what 2026 has in store. We wish you a Merry Tricksmas! 📲 Read our Festive Missive >>> f.mtr.cool/lgdrzzhqar

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Box of Tricks @boxoftrickstheatre.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

🎄☕ One week until our annual PlayMakers Christmas Coffee Morning! Join us next Wednesday at The Yard Mcr for a festive get-together of local playwrights and theatremakers! 🎟️ Book Now >>> f.mtr.cool/ymkzwqvxko

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Box of Tricks @boxoftrickstheatre.bsky.social · 20/11/2025

🎅 PlayMakers! It's time to step into Christmas at our annual Christmas Coffee Morning at The Yard Mcr! Join us for a relaxed and friendly get-together for Northern writers and theatremakers. ☕ Book Now >>> f.mtr.cool/nmiwbxelgo

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Box of Tricks @boxoftrickstheatre.bsky.social · 30/09/2025

🎧 It's International Podcast Day! Have you tuned into our PlayMakers Podcast platforming creative conversations with theatremakers? If not, you've got two seasons to catch up on - get it in your ears (or eyes)! 📲 Check it out >>> f.mtr.cool/tancgmqnrc

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Andrew Oldbury @andrewoldbury.bsky.social · 08/07/2025

4. @boxoftrickstheatre.bsky.social Open to new plays from Northern playwrights. They do a phenomenal job of supporting Northern talent through the Playmakers Network Full details - www.bbc.co.uk/writershttps...

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Box of Tricks @boxoftrickstheatre.bsky.social · 10/07/2025

🌈 Check out these brilliant snaps from our Blood Beats' First Press Zine Launch at The Yard Mcr last week! Exploring the theme of the zine - HOW LOUD DO YOU WANT TO BE? - artists performed pieces and extracts and hosted an LGBTQ+ Creative Jam. 📸 @oscar.jack_ (except final one: @this_is_joseph_btw)

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Andrew Oldbury @andrewoldbury.bsky.social · 08/07/2025

A quick recap for #writers of theatres accepting submissions. 1. @royalcourt.bsky.social Open to full length theatre plays. Can only accept 1 play per writer at a time. Please don't send biopics or historical pieces. Full sub details - royalcourttheatre.com/playwriting/...

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Script Submissions - Royal Court

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Box of Tricks @boxoftrickstheatre.bsky.social · 08/07/2025

📣 FINAL MASTERCLASS OF THE SEASON! Join us for Spoken Words and an exploration of poetry in theatre with multi-hyphenate, multi-talented Testament at Leeds Playhouse. 📲 Book Now (PWYD) >>> f.mtr.cool/krmxgtgwku

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Box of Tricks @boxoftrickstheatre.bsky.social · 03/07/2025

📣 Upcoming PlayMakers Masterclass at @livetheatre.bsky.social! Our Adam heads to Newcastle to explore the playwright and director/dramaturg collaborative process and joins the panel for Live Writes. 📆 Tues 8 July 5pm, Live Theatre 🎟️ Book Now (PWYD) >>> f.mtr.cool/wmsgyypves

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Box of Tricks @boxoftrickstheatre.bsky.social · 30/06/2025

📣 A sneak peek of the front page of our First Press Zine! We're so proud of this awesome zine. Join us at the Zine Launch & Creative Jam at The Yard Mcr this Thursday! 📲 Book Now (PWYC) >>> f.mtr.cool/micczwjsow

The front page of the First Press Zine - pink and black with lots of esoteric sketches and an anthropomorphised heart with a megaphone shouting: HOW LOUD DO YOU WANT TO BE?

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Box of Tricks @boxoftrickstheatre.bsky.social · 25/06/2025

📝 We're back at Leeds Playhouse for our Masterclass with Testament - Spoken Words: Poetry in Theatre. Write spoken word and use it as part of your storytelling. 🎟️ Book Now (PWYD) >>> f.mtr.cool/hflqegszgj

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Box of Tricks @boxoftrickstheatre.bsky.social · 19/06/2025

📝 Bookings for our next Masterclass at @livetheatre.bsky.social are now LIVE! Join Box of Tricks' AD Adam Quayle for a practical session exploring Path Finding : The Playwright's Relationship with a Director/Dramaturg. 🎟️ Book Now (PWYD) >>> f.mtr.cool/xksgtyfiog

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Box of Tricks @boxoftrickstheatre.bsky.social · 18/06/2025

🏳️‍🌈 So our Blood Beats' First Press Zine Launch posters are out in the wild! Can you spot these locations across Manchester? 📆 Join us on Thurs 3 July at The Yard Mcr for the First Press Zine Launch & Creative Jam! 🎟️ Book Now (PWYC) >>> f.mtr.cool/vfmgvqsmre

Blood Beats artist puts up a First Press Zine Launch poster in a public space in Manchester.

A First Press Zine Launch poster in a public space in Manchester.

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Lee Phillips @lee-phillips.bsky.social · 17/06/2025

Thank you @dermotdaly.bsky.social and @boxoftrickstheatre.bsky.social for an inspiring session this evening on writing plays for two people. Duologue and Dialogue... discuss. Always come away from sessions like this buzzin' I tell you, buzzin' with ideas 🎭 ✍🏼

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👻 Extremely Haunted Trumpet 🎺 @team.hauntedtrumpet.com · 05/06/2025

Lots of talented folks worked really hard on this, including our lead writer @conwaaaaaaay.bsky.social, if you’re near #Manchester you should definitely check this out! #lgbtq #writing #queerart #zine

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Simone @sendestradiol.bsky.social · 05/06/2025

I contributed to this zine! If you'd like to read about curses and transgender magic definitely get involved. There's a bunch of other great stuff like comics and photographs included so any creatives in Manchester (UK) get yourself a place ASAP #LGBT #Writing #Magic #Manchester #Zines

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Box of Tricks @boxoftrickstheatre.bsky.social · 05/06/2025

🏳️‍🌈 📔 Join us for the Launch of Blood Beats: First Press - a brand new LGBTQ+ Zine. Celebrate with extracts of their work and join our Creative Jam! 📆 Thurs 3 July @ The Yard Mcr 🎟️ Book PWYC Tickets >>> boxoftrickstheatre.co.uk/playmakers…

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dermot daly @dermotdaly.bsky.social · 29/05/2025

Very excited about this - the aim is to have the stub of a new piece of work by the end of the session… let’s get it - together.

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Box of Tricks @boxoftrickstheatre.bsky.social · 27/05/2025

📣 PlayMakers! Our next Masterclass is Two's company: Writing for two characters with theatrical polymath @dermotdaly.bsky.social. 📆 Tues 17 June 6PM at Leeds Playhouse 📲 PWYD (from £1) >>> www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/masterclass-…

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Tommo Fowler @tommofowler.bsky.social · 27/05/2025

come hang out and think about how plays can be small but also big!

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Equity Manchester @equitymanc.bsky.social · 23/05/2025

We had a fantastic time last night at our latest 𝘽𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙘𝙝 𝙈𝙚𝙚𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜. Two wonderful guest speakers in @equityuk.bsky.social's Paul W Fleming and @boxoftrickstheatre.bsky.social's Hannah Tyrrell-Pinder PLUS some good reports from members and staff PLUS some drinks PLUS a lovely doggy called Stan!

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Box of Tricks @boxoftrickstheatre.bsky.social · 21/05/2025

📝 PlayMakers! Next up in Masterclasses, dramaturg Tommo Fowler from @liveveryplay.bsky.social explores Small/Scale: Ambitious writing for small casts on Fri 13 June. 📲 PWYD Tickets (from just £1) >>> www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/masterclass-…

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Equity Manchester @equitymanc.bsky.social · 19/05/2025

Hannah Tyrrell-Pinder is joining us & we’re VERY excited! Based in Manc (where she is also Founder & Co-Artistic Director of @boxoftrickstheatre.bsky.social), she's an award-winning director, dramaturg & producer. She has been supporting budding & existing @equityuk.bsky.social members for years.

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Equity Manchester @equitymanc.bsky.social · 15/05/2025

💥 𝘽𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙘𝙝 𝙈𝙚𝙚𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 💥 📅 Thursday 22nd May 👥 Bar open from 6:30 ▶️ Meeting from 7 📍 HOME, M15 4FN 💻 or via Zoom 🗣️ @boxoftrickstheatre.bsky.social's Hannah Tyrrell-Pinder 🗣️ @equityuk.bsky.social's Gen Secretary, Paul W Fleming As ever, non-members are welcome (but let us know first, if you can). 💜

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Box of Tricks @boxoftrickstheatre.bsky.social · 01/05/2025

🎧 Podcast drop! Associate Sound Designer @affenaudio.bsky.social talks to host Karla Marie Sweet in the final episode of Season 2 of our PlayMakers Podcast. Hear all about his experiences writing music and designing soundscapes. 📲 Listen Now >>> boxoftrickstheatre.co.uk/playmakers…

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dermot daly @dermotdaly.bsky.social · 29/04/2025

Massively honoured to be amongst this esteemed company offering a workshop… get involved!

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