The Dukes is looking for individuals or a company from, or with a strong connection to, Lancashire to create a short performance piece to be delivered as part of the Dukes 50^th Anniversary Programme (date and format of performance slot tbc – this might be standalone activity, or part of a mixed-bill night of other activities, at the theatre or offsite).

We are looking for a proposal that is:

• inspired by “50 Years of The Dukes Theatre Lancaster” – its productions, its people and its events past and present, or a consideration of what the next 50 years might bring;

• or, inspired by events in and around the City of Lancaster / County of Lancashire over the last 50 years;

• or, simply inspired by the number “50”.

This work itself will be a performative "end product" with a duration between 15 and 30 mins - utilising up to £2,000 seed money - to be delivered in conjunction at (or offsite but with) The Dukes at a mutually agreed date no later than April 2022.

To apply, please send us in (no more than half a side of A4):

●      Some background to your company / your work / practice and and any other creatives who might be involved, mentioning where you are from or your connection to Lancashire.

●      A paragraph about your proposed activity

●      What your strengths are and any areas you feel you specifically need assistance with

 Please send to programming@dukeslancaster.org marking your application “50^TH ANNIVERSARY SEED COMMISSION CALL OUT”

If you prefer, the above info can be recorded to camera (max 2 minutes) rather than written . Please email the link to the same email above.

Deadline Date for Applications:  Mon 2^nd August 2021 9am

Successful applicants informed : Fri 6 August 2021 by 6pm.