Lead by Alison Glentworth and Kevin Gibbard-Jackson

Interested in directing a main production at The Lantern in the 2027 season? Join us for a practical workshop designed to help you pitch with clarity and confidence.

Well explore what makes a strong proposal, what the Trustees and Creative Team consider when shaping a balanced season, and how to develop your idea so it works effectively in our intimate 84 seat Victorian theatre. Well also share insights from our own productions and wider community theatre trends, alongside the financial realities that keep the charity sustainable.

The session will cover:

Choosing the right play and checking performance rights
Season balance, audience appeal and practical viability
Staging considerations in our space
The producer role and audition planning
Next steps and Q and A

A supportive, honest session to help you shape your vision and feel ready to step forward.