International premiere and UK 22/23 tour dates for Proto-type’s DEAD CATS.

We’re almost ready to premiere our new show, Dead Cats, and we’re delighted to be doing so as part of Studiobühneköln’s Theatreszene Europa Festival at the University of Cologne on Sunday 25th September. We’re looking forward to sharing the piece, to connecting to international audiences and artists, and also to a chance to see Michael Pinchbeck …

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Our first 2019 dates are here!

A poster for the 2019 tour of Proto-type Theater's The Audit & A Machine they're Secretly Building.

We’re heading in to 2019 with some new dates for The Audit (or Iceland, a modern myth) AND A Machine they’re Secretly Building. These are the last few outing for Machine… for the time being so if you want to see it now is your chance. Rachel and Gillian will be bringing the shows to some venues …

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Autumn/Winter 2017 News

6 stacked bright and delicious macaroons.

A few updates and dates for your diary…   A Machine they’re Secretly Building – last dates for 2017 Thank you to all those who came and supported “A Machine…” while we were up at Edinburgh Festival Fringe. We had fantastic audiences who stayed to chat more about surveillance and privacy and some excellent reviews… “this …

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A Machine they're Secretly Building long-listed for Amnesty International Award

The Amnesty International Freedom of Expression Award logo.

We are delighted to announce that A Machine they’re Secretly Building has been long-listed for the Amnesty International Freedom of Expression Award 2017. The Freedom of Expression Award honours an Edinburgh Festival Fringe theatre production of excellent artistic merit that builds understanding and raises awareness about human rights in an inspirational way. Around 70 long-listed …

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Opportunity for Midlands-based graduate theatre makers

Flickbook Theatre rehearsing 'Cartography' using ladders, a globe, and a ukelele.

Proto-type Mentorship Scheme 2017/18 APPLICATIONS OPEN This scheme is designed to support graduate theatre makers and companies seeking a professional career in the arts. It provides support for emerging Midlands-based artists and engages with all aspects of organising and developing your creative practice. The scheme is comprised of tailor-made training sessions, detailed feedback, practical resources, and networking opportunities …

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Proto-type selected as part of the British Council Showcase 2017

The British Council logo.

A Machine they’re Secretly Building will be heading up to the 2017 Edinburgh Festival Fringe as part of the British Council Showcase and we couldn’t be happier! We’ll be performing 15th – 27th August alongside some amazing artists and companies including  Action Hero, Touretteshero, Rachel Mars, Imitating the dog, Forced Entertainment, Kieran Hurley and RashDash More details to …

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