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GrimFest at The Old Red Lion

GrimFest at The Old Red Lion

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In this episode of The Writer’s Toolkit, we delve into the world of horror theatre at GrimFest, a month-long festival in October that celebrates the macabre at the atmospheric Old Red Lion Theatre in London. I chat with festival organisers Jack Robertson, the theatre's Artistic Director, and Nina Atesh about what makes the Old Red Lion the perfect venue for the genre, and Jack reveals opportunities for playwrights at the theatre. Plus, I’m thrilled to announce that a newly extended version of my dark comedy, Almost The Birthday Party, will enjoy a 10th-anniversary revival as part of this year's festival lineup!

BOOK NOW for Almost the Birthday Party at GrimFest!


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