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Middle Child
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A new writing theatre company rooted in Hull. We bring people together for unforgettable experiences full of big ideas. middlechildtheatre.co.uk
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Middle Child @middlechildhull.bsky.social · 17h
New blog ⚡ What's the difference between professional and community theatre? Read our Q&A featuring local legends, Hessle Theatre Company.
What’s the difference between professional and community theatre? — Middle Child
How do we rehearse? How are we funded? How are shows cast? Learn more about the differences in this Q&A with Hessle Theatre Company.
www.middlechildtheatre.co.uk
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Middle Child @middlechildhull.bsky.social · 2d
This whole "building a theatre" thing is becoming real ⚡
The front of Middle Child's space at 69 Humber Street. A brick former warehouse with large open glass bifold doors at the front and a black sign running the width of the building, with a new sign featuring the Middle Child logo and website address.
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Mobius @mobiustheatre.bsky.social · 7d
"When R&Ds become about proving rather than exploring, the room for risk shrinks."

A wonderful piece from @middlechildhull.bsky.social's Matthew May in @artsprofessional.co.uk on using R&Ds to play, to experiment and to discover! 🎭📰

www.artsprofessional.co.uk/magazine/fea...
R&D is about questions, not answers - Arts Professional
Ideally, research and development should be a space to play, to experiment and to discover, writes Matthew May of Middle Child theatre company. But that ideal is shifting to more risk-averse practice.
www.artsprofessional.co.uk
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Middle Child @middlechildhull.bsky.social · 9d
We are looking to cast three roles in our 2026 production of Isabelle by Marc Graham, the first show in our new theatre space in Hull. Find out more: www.middlechildtheatre.co.uk/news/casting...
Casting call: Isabelle — Middle Child
Middle Child are looking to cast three roles in our forthcoming production of Isabelle by Marc Graham.
www.middlechildtheatre.co.uk
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Middle Child @middlechildhull.bsky.social · 10d
Work with us! ⚡ We are looking for a lighting designer, sound designer and stage manager to join the team on the first show in our new space: www.middlechildtheatre.co.uk/news/call-ou...
Work with us. We're looking for: stage manager, lighting designer, sound designer. Isabelle by Marc Graham, April-May 2026
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Charlotte Lines @chachawalton.bsky.social · 21d
An incredibly exciting future ahead for the @middlechildhull.bsky.social gang. Can’t wait to see it all unfold
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Middle Child @middlechildhull.bsky.social · 24d
A new theatre for Hull ⚡ Read our latest update on what's happening in our new space on Humber Street and our ambition to make it the most influential new writing theatre outside of London: www.middlechildtheatre.co.uk/blog/new-the...
Collage of plans for a proposed new studio theatre alongside a photo of the outside of 69 Humber Street, with text that says "A new theatre on Humber Street"
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Middle Child @middlechildhull.bsky.social · 15d
Last week we asked our audience to take a quick survey about ticket pricing in our new space - the results are in! 📊
Your ticket survey responses — Middle Child
Audience development manager, Jamie Potter, shares the results of our recent ticket survey as we prepare to open a new theatre on Humber Street.
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The Stage @thestage.co.uk · 18d
Hull-based Middle Child has unveiled plans for its first permanent venue, vowing it will become the "most influential new writing theatre outside of London".

Read more in The Stage 👇
Middle Child unveils new theatre inspired by Bush and New Diorama
Hull-based Middle Child has unveiled plans for its first permanent venue, vowing it will become the ‘most influential new writing theatre outside of London’
www.thestage.co.uk
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Middle Child @middlechildhull.bsky.social · 24d
A new theatre for Hull ⚡ Read our latest update on what's happening in our new space on Humber Street and our ambition to make it the most influential new writing theatre outside of London: www.middlechildtheatre.co.uk/blog/new-the...
Collage of plans for a proposed new studio theatre alongside a photo of the outside of 69 Humber Street, with text that says "A new theatre on Humber Street"
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Middle Child @middlechildhull.bsky.social · 21d
People of Hull and nearby! After sharing our exciting news about a new space on Humber Street, now we'd like to hear from you about ticket prices, if you have a minute spare? forms.office.com/Pages/Respon...
Four actors reading from scripts on a stage with text that says 60 Second Survey: Ticket Prices in 2026
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Middle Child @middlechildhull.bsky.social · 24d
A new theatre for Hull ⚡ Read our latest update on what's happening in our new space on Humber Street and our ambition to make it the most influential new writing theatre outside of London: www.middlechildtheatre.co.uk/blog/new-the...
Collage of plans for a proposed new studio theatre alongside a photo of the outside of 69 Humber Street, with text that says "A new theatre on Humber Street"
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Middle Child @middlechildhull.bsky.social · 29d
⏰ Less than 24 hours to go before applications close for Fresh Ink 2026.
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Middle Child @middlechildhull.bsky.social · Sep 10
Two days left to apply ⏳ Seven paid writing commissions up for grabs for writers to share work at next year's edition of Fresh Ink: Hull Playwriting Festival: freshinkhull.co.uk/apply
Apply Now. Fresh Ink Hull Playwriting Festival 2026. 70-min: For experienced playwrights, who have had at least one 30-minute show professionally produced. Two commissions available. Fee: £5,155 30-min: For writers who have not yet had a play of over 30-minutes professionally produced. Two commissions available. Fee: £2,578 Monologue: For writers who have not yet had a play of over 30-minutes professionally produced. Three commissions available. Fee: £750 Who can apply? Any writer over the age of 18 with a meaningful connection to the city of Hull, who can demonstrate why their script makes sense appearing in a festival that develops grassroots work in the city. Deadline Friday 12 September 2025 Find out more freshinkhull.co.uk/apply
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Middle Child @middlechildhull.bsky.social · Sep 10
Two days left to apply ⏳ Seven paid writing commissions up for grabs for writers to share work at next year's edition of Fresh Ink: Hull Playwriting Festival: freshinkhull.co.uk/apply
Apply Now. Fresh Ink Hull Playwriting Festival 2026. 70-min: For experienced playwrights, who have had at least one 30-minute show professionally produced. Two commissions available. Fee: £5,155 30-min: For writers who have not yet had a play of over 30-minutes professionally produced. Two commissions available. Fee: £2,578 Monologue: For writers who have not yet had a play of over 30-minutes professionally produced. Three commissions available. Fee: £750 Who can apply? Any writer over the age of 18 with a meaningful connection to the city of Hull, who can demonstrate why their script makes sense appearing in a festival that develops grassroots work in the city. Deadline Friday 12 September 2025 Find out more freshinkhull.co.uk/apply
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Middle Child @middlechildhull.bsky.social · Sep 5
Applications close one week today ⏳
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Middle Child @middlechildhull.bsky.social · Jul 29
New! ⚡ Applications are now open for seven paid commissions at Fresh Ink: Hull Playwriting Festival 2026, for any writer with a meaningful connection to Hull: freshinkhull.co.uk/apply
Apply Now. Fresh Ink Hull Playwriting Festival 2026. 70-min: For experienced playwrights, who have had at least one 30-minute show professionally produced. Two commissions available. Fee: £5,155 30-min: For writers who have not yet had a play of over 30-minutes professionally produced. Two commissions available. Fee: £2,578 Monologue: For writers who have not yet had a play of over 30-minutes professionally produced. Three commissions available. Fee: £750 Who can apply? Any writer over the age of 18 with a meaningful connection to the city of Hull, who can demonstrate why their script makes sense appearing in a festival that develops grassroots work in the city. Deadline Friday 12 September 2025 Find out more freshinkhull.co.uk/apply
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Middle Child @middlechildhull.bsky.social · Aug 12
There is one month left to apply for a paid commission at next year's edition of Fresh Ink: Hull Playwriting Festival. Open to any writer aged 18 and above with a meaningful connection to Hull.
Apply for Fresh Ink 2026 — Fresh Ink
More information about the different writing commissions available at Fresh Ink: Hull Playwriting Festival.
www.freshinkhull.co.uk
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Middle Child @middlechildhull.bsky.social · Aug 7
Kobby Taylor brings his autobiographical gig theatre show The Torch to Freedom Festival later this month, but eight years ago he never saw himself as a theatre guy. Until he saw a certain show called All We Ever Wanted Was Everything... www.middlechildtheatre.co.uk/blog/bet-on-...
Bet on yourself — Middle Child
Ahead of his show The Torch at Freedom Festival later this month, Kobby Taylor reflects on his journey into making theatre with Middle Child
www.middlechildtheatre.co.uk
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Arts Emergency @artsemergency.bsky.social · Aug 7
📢 Applications to be an Arts Emergency mentor in 2026, are now open!

We need professional creatives to meet a bright, ambitious young person for 1 hr/month to share experience and be that VITAL first connection into industry.

Sign up today 👉 www.arts-emergency.org/get-involved...
Pink rectangle with white Arts Emergency logo and bold white text reading 'Young talent is everywhere. Equal opportunities are not.' Pink rectangle with white Arts Emergency logo and bold white text reading 'Young people from privileged backgrounds are four times more likely to make it into the creative industries than their peers.' Pink rectangle with white Arts Emergency logo and bold white text reading 'You can help make the future fairer for the next generation of creatives.' And in bold yellow text 'Sign up to mentor in 2026!'
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Middle Child @middlechildhull.bsky.social · Aug 7
Kobby Taylor brings his autobiographical gig theatre show The Torch to Freedom Festival later this month, but eight years ago he never saw himself as a theatre guy. Until he saw a certain show called All We Ever Wanted Was Everything... www.middlechildtheatre.co.uk/blog/bet-on-...
Bet on yourself — Middle Child
Ahead of his show The Torch at Freedom Festival later this month, Kobby Taylor reflects on his journey into making theatre with Middle Child
www.middlechildtheatre.co.uk
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Middle Child @middlechildhull.bsky.social · Aug 5
Writing a play in Hull and looking for feedback on your latest draft? Our literary manager Matt is again offering free dramaturgy support: bit.ly/3wFIdod
Headshot of literary manager Matthew May with text that says 1:1 Script Support
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Middle Child @middlechildhull.bsky.social · Aug 1
One of the questions we are asked the most is “How do I get my play on?” and fair enough, that’s why you write a play right? Here are the routes we suggest, with practical tips and advice, in blog form: www.middlechildtheatre.co.uk/blog/how-to-...
A woman in an audience smiling and applauding. Text says "How to get your play on"
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Middle Child @middlechildhull.bsky.social · Aug 1
One of the questions we are asked the most is “How do I get my play on?” and fair enough, that’s why you write a play right? Here are the routes we suggest, with practical tips and advice, in blog form: www.middlechildtheatre.co.uk/blog/how-to-...
A woman in an audience smiling and applauding. Text says "How to get your play on"
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Middle Child @middlechildhull.bsky.social · Jul 30
Stoke your FOMO with our gorgeous photos from Fresh Ink: Hull Playwriting Festival 2025: www.freshinkhull.co.uk/news/photos-...
Six performers on a stage with black backdrop inside a marquee reading from scripts in hand. Multi-coloured festoons hang from the ceiling and a screen with captions is visible in the corner. An audience in fits of laughter inside the marquee during daytime. Matt Woodhead of Lung Theatre gives a talk to a packed room at Fresh Ink. Hassan Maarfi performing script-in-hand on stage at Fresh Ink 2025.
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Maddy Moore @chunchilla.bsky.social · Jul 30
Writers connected to Hull assemble! 🥳
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Middle Child @middlechildhull.bsky.social · Jul 29
New! ⚡ Applications are now open for seven paid commissions at Fresh Ink: Hull Playwriting Festival 2026, for any writer with a meaningful connection to Hull: freshinkhull.co.uk/apply
Apply Now. Fresh Ink Hull Playwriting Festival 2026. 70-min: For experienced playwrights, who have had at least one 30-minute show professionally produced. Two commissions available. Fee: £5,155 30-min: For writers who have not yet had a play of over 30-minutes professionally produced. Two commissions available. Fee: £2,578 Monologue: For writers who have not yet had a play of over 30-minutes professionally produced. Three commissions available. Fee: £750 Who can apply? Any writer over the age of 18 with a meaningful connection to the city of Hull, who can demonstrate why their script makes sense appearing in a festival that develops grassroots work in the city. Deadline Friday 12 September 2025 Find out more freshinkhull.co.uk/apply
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Middle Child @middlechildhull.bsky.social · Jul 30
Thank you! x
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Stephen Joseph Theatre @thesjt.bsky.social · Jul 30
Brilliant writers opp - applications for the 2026 @middlechildhull.bsky.social Fresh Ink: Hull Playwriting Festival are now open! 💥
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Middle Child @middlechildhull.bsky.social · Jul 29
New! ⚡ Applications are now open for seven paid commissions at Fresh Ink: Hull Playwriting Festival 2026, for any writer with a meaningful connection to Hull: freshinkhull.co.uk/apply
Apply Now. Fresh Ink Hull Playwriting Festival 2026. 70-min: For experienced playwrights, who have had at least one 30-minute show professionally produced. Two commissions available. Fee: £5,155 30-min: For writers who have not yet had a play of over 30-minutes professionally produced. Two commissions available. Fee: £2,578 Monologue: For writers who have not yet had a play of over 30-minutes professionally produced. Three commissions available. Fee: £750 Who can apply? Any writer over the age of 18 with a meaningful connection to the city of Hull, who can demonstrate why their script makes sense appearing in a festival that develops grassroots work in the city. Deadline Friday 12 September 2025 Find out more freshinkhull.co.uk/apply
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