Kala Sangam announce Family Theatre Commission in partnership with Stratford Circus Arts Centre and the AMAL Said Foundation

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Family Theatre Commission

Stratford Circus Arts Centre (SCAC) and Kala Sangam will commission a new piece of family theatre by an artist or company
The commission will share & celebrate British Muslim experiences, culture and communities
The commission with premiere in Autumn 2020 in London & Bradford
Makers & artists of Muslim heritage are encouraged to apply
Applications close Fri 5 July at 5pm

SCAC in Newham East London and Kala Sangam in Bradford will work together to commission a brand new piece of work to premiere in Autumn 2020. Recognising a lack of representation in children’s theatre, the organisations will partner with Amal, a programme of the Saïd Foundation, to support artists/companies bringing stories of British Muslim experiences to the stage.

The aims of the commission include increasing understanding of British Muslim communities by celebrating culture on stage, as well as ensuring children see themselves represented in theatre.

Britain’s rich and vibrant culture is increasingly represented in film, television and theatre. As arts organisations we recognise the progress in adult theatre spaces and know that the communities we serve more often see themselves reflected in our work and programmes. This cannot be said for children’s work and there are challenges in making sure children in modern Britain see their experience reflected on stage.

This commission is particularly aimed at artists seeking to put British Muslim experiences on the stage. With shared values of inclusivity, access, representation and joy, we hope to bring an exciting new piece to communities in Newham, Bradford and the wider UK.

Applying

The piece must be suitable for ages 3+
A scratch piece will be developed over Summer 2019 to be shared in November 2019,
this can take the form of a short performance, presentation, or other form suitable to
the company and process
The final commissioned piece will be created in Summer 2020 to premier and tour in
Autumn 2020
The proposal must demonstrate how your piece will support our objectives around developing art/artists representing & celebrating British Muslim experiences
Suited for small scale touring
With an understanding that additional funding may be required