Beyond Me at Graeae Theatre Company.

A new short programme from Graeae, the Deaf and Disabled-led theatre company, for 5 Deaf, Disabled or neurodivergent artists writing their first autobiographical play.

Each writer receives £500, 5 online sessions (Mondays, 11 January to 8 February 2027), time with a mentor or dramaturg and access to a Wellbeing Practitioner, with support towards pitching, ACE funding applications or preparing work for programmers.

Eligibility: writers, performers or theatre practitioners based in England with a first draft or completed outline.

Apply by emailing beyond@graeae.org with a play outline, 8–10 draft pages, what you hope to gain, barriers you face and a CV.

Online Q&A on 10 November, 6–7pm.