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Karen Goddard @karengoddard.bsky.social · Jun 11

Karen Goddard @karengoddard.bsky.social · Mar 26

I’m researching the story of Felixstowe Docks by talking to people who worked there… supported by Suffolk County Council @artscouncilengland.bsky.social and Eastern Angles 💛

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Karen Goddard @karengoddard.bsky.social · Mar 21

Loved this. I used to live in Brandeston…so it was great to see this fresh, nuanced production including the fate of Rev John Lowes. Fantastic all-female cast, beautiful harmonies, catch it while you can. Congratulations Theatre Royal BSE!

Owen Calvert-Lyons @owencl.bsky.social · Mar 12

4 ⭐️ review from @theguardian.com! www.theguardian.com/stage/2025/m...

A Tryal of Witches review – an enthralling memorial to Suffolk’s persecuted women

An all-female cast deliver Tallulah Brown’s play about 17th-century East Anglians under threat of the self-styled Witchfinder General

www.theguardian.com

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National Rural Touring Forum @ruraltouring.bsky.social · Mar 20

It’s Village Halls Week 2025 and NRTF is shining a light on rural venues and the people at their heart.

We paid a visit to Arnside to meet Debbie Laving and the team who bring cultural experiences to Arnside residents 😊

You can read the interview here: www.ruraltouring.org/news/village...

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Karen Goddard @karengoddard.bsky.social · Mar 15

Congratulations Gurjot! Looks fantastic. 🩷

Tara Theatre @taratheatre.com · Mar 14

🎉 ANNOUNCING 🎉

a practical guide on how to save the world when no one f***ing else is | 15 – 19 April 2025

Presented by Tara Theatre Young Company

A ragtag climate action group meet in a crumbling community hall. But when their leader vanishes, tensions rise...

🎟️ taratheatre.com/whats-on/a-p...

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HighTide @hightidetheatre.bsky.social · Mar 11

Could you be our new Artistic Director/CEO?
Following the news that Clare Slater will step down this summer, we're pleased to announce that recruitment is now live.
Applications close Friday 11 April.
Full details: hightide.org.uk/about-high-t...

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Karen Goddard @karengoddard.bsky.social · Mar 10

Delighted to be granted @artscouncilengland.bsky.social support for the R&D of a new play focusing on the lives of Felixstowe dockers during the 1980s #documentarytheatre #verbatim #NewWriting

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Karen Goddard @karengoddard.bsky.social · Feb 22

I’m researching a new play based on the experiences of Felixstowe dock workers. The project is supported by @suffolkcc & @easternangles. If you or someone you know would like to share a story, please do get in touch via my website karengoddard.net 👍

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Karen Goddard @karengoddard.bsky.social · Feb 22

Very true. “It is still very rare to have contemporary regional working-class voices on big main stages, unless it’s nostalgic. People need to see something of themselves to think there is a possibility that they can also do that.” Beth Steel.
www.theguardian.com/culture/2025...

Working-class creatives don’t stand a chance in UK today, leading artists warn

Exclusive: Analysis by the Guardian shows a third of major arts leaders were educated privately

www.theguardian.com

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Karen Goddard @karengoddard.bsky.social · Feb 19

www.theguardian.com/culture/2025...

Arts Council England to shelve new funding plan after outcry from producers

Controversial plans dubbed ‘worst idea in the world’ would have stopped producers from applying for new grants before current projects end

www.theguardian.com

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Karen Goddard @karengoddard.bsky.social · Feb 18

www.eadt.co.uk/news/2494229...

33 arts organisations to benefit from £500k funding after council U-turn

Suffolk County Council has announced the 33 beneficiaries of the Culture Project Fund.

www.eadt.co.uk

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Owen Calvert-Lyons @owencl.bsky.social · Feb 14

We are looking for two new board members to join our team. Could this be you? theatreroyal.org/jobs/board-m...

Board Members | Theatre Royal

Theatre Royal Bury St Edmunds is seeking two new non-executives to provide practical assistance and support to the executive team as part of the Board.

theatreroyal.org

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Karen Goddard @karengoddard.bsky.social · Feb 13

Excellent afternoon at @nationaltheatre.org.uk watching Ballet Shoes 🩰 Special mention for Sam Wyer’s costumes and Frankie Bradshaw’s set. Absolutely stunning ✨

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rifcotheatre.bsky.social @rifcotheatre.bsky.social · Dec 19

If only there was a page dedicated to telling British South Asian Stories...Oh, wait. There is. It's us.😉

Rifco Theatre has been amplifying the voice of our community since 2000, and now stands among the UK’s most prestigious touring theatre companies!🌎🎭

Follow us to stay in the loop🙌

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Ben Musgrave @ben-musgrave.bsky.social · Jan 30

Some things from 2024... A wonderful R&D working on my @artscouncilengland.bsky.social- funded adaptation of LP Hartley's exquisite THE GO-BETWEEN with Eastern Angles, Norwich Theatre Royal, St George's Great Yarmouth and @karengoddard.bsky.social norwichtheatre.org/whats-on/wor...

Work-in-Progress: The Go Between | Norwich Theatre

Join us in Stage Two as we support the development of new work by local artists, and help shape the theatre of tomorrow.

norwichtheatre.org

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Independent Theatre Council @itc-arts.bsky.social · Jan 24

Looking for a new challenge for the new year?
Take a look at our jobs board for opportunities at
@levelcentre.bsky.social
@openclasp.bsky.social
@extantltd.bsky.social
@20storieshigh.bsky.social
and more
www.itc-arts.org/industry-opp...

BLINK 'Elvis Died of Burgers' - image credit Roswitha Chesher

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The Women’s Prize for Playwriting @womensplayprize.bsky.social · Jan 13

The Women's Prize for Playwriting 2025 is now open for submissions until Tuesday 22nd April!🎉 @painesplough.bsky.social @concordukshows.bsky.social @ekpshows.bsky.social

The First Prize is £20,000: our biggest prize fund yet.👀

Enter via our website: womensprizeforplaywriting.co.uk/how-to-enter/

On a yellow background, the graphic reads: Submissions now open until 5pm on Tuesday 22nd April.

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Karen Goddard @karengoddard.bsky.social · Jan 19

Agree 👍

Karen Goddard @karengoddard.bsky.social · Jan 15

Really enjoyed producing the 2024 Sophia R&D project…now can’t wait to see the full production. Touring East Anglia very soon!
easternangles.co.uk/event/sophia...

Sophia | Eastern Angles

Princess, Suffragette, Sister

easternangles.co.uk

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New International Encounter (NIE) @nie-theatre.bsky.social · Jan 15

There's still time to nominate NIE UK in the #MovementForGood draw to win £1000!
It takes less than a minute & would help us ensure more children across the UK have access creative opportunities. ✨🎻🪗🎟
Thank you! 🫶
movementforgood.com/index.php?cn...

Nominate now! - Movement for Good awards

We could receive £1,000 in the Movement for Good draw.

movementforgood.com

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Independent Theatre Council @itc-arts.bsky.social · Jan 10

Arts Marketing Association is offering ITC members extra discounts on their
Essentials of Marketing programme
Find out more: www.itc-arts.org/events/event...

Arts Marketing Association: Essentials of Marketing | ITC Independent Theatre Council

Arts Marketing Association are offering ITC members 20% off their non-member rate for their Essentials of Marketing online course. The course is made up of live sessions, on-demand videos, resources a...

www.itc-arts.org

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Karen Goddard @karengoddard.bsky.social · Jan 10

Inspirational action from Michael Sheen 👍
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Michael Sheen to fund new national theatre for Wales

The actor says he is putting everything behind starting Welsh National Theatre.

www.bbc.co.uk

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Karen Goddard @karengoddard.bsky.social · Jan 9

Bravo @hightidetheatre.bsky.social ! The Writers Group is back. Check out this brilliant opportunity 🔽
www.thestage.co.uk/news/hightid...

HighTide Writers Group to return in 2025

HighTide Writers Group is to return in 2025 with My Mother's Funeral: The Show playwright Kelly Jones at the helm

www.thestage.co.uk

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National Theatre of Scotland @ntsonline.bsky.social · Jan 7

📢 WE ARE HIRING 📢 ⁠

We are seeking a Director of Finance and Administration. This role is suited to a dynamic leader with a passion for the arts who can provide strategic oversight and expert advice

Deadline: 3rd Feb 2025

MORE INFO
www.nationaltheatrescotland.com/jobs/directo...

A graphic job advertisement by the National Theatre of Scotland for the role of "Director of Finance & Administration.

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