KDC Theatre’s Finishing School for Writers

Are you a playwright with an idea for a new work, looking for that final push? Then come get the support you need at KDC’s Finishing School for Writers!

This 7-week workshop series will give you fun and focused exercises, peer support, weekly critique and access to directors and actors, all to help you work towards a full first draft or even final version of your script. After completing this course, you can pitch your script to KDC’s Autumn Scratch Night and see it staged.

Interested? Here’s what you need to know…
When: Sat 13th June to Sat 25th July, 3-6pm
Where: Central locations tbc for each workshop
Cost: £30 KDC membership (lasts for the year) + £55 workshop fee

We have up to 8 spaces on the workshop. If you would like to apply, please email anna@kdctheatre.com with:

  • a short synopsis of your play
  • a 1-2 scene extract of what you’ve written so far

    Deadline to apply: Saturday 6th June

Anna will be running the course. She is an experienced director, co-writer of the devised piece Snatch & Merkin and a showrunner for KDC’s previous new writing programme Fullstack. You can also contact her for more information or if you are keen but can’t make Saturday afternoons.

Stepping Into Directing workshop May 2026

What does a director actually do?
How do they pick and research a play, run auditions and plan rehearsals?
What does it mean to direct a show for KDC, or elsewhere?

This masterclass will offer budding directors practical skills and approaches to the art of directing for the stage. Come along to hear Stephen Reimer (Artistic Director of KDC Theatre and director of KDC’s “W;t” and “The Bus”) and Saskia van ‘t Hoff (director of KDC shows including “Kill Local”, “13”, and “Chatroom”) take you step-by-step through the journey from creative vision to opening night. Experienced directors interested in brushing up on their skills and/or learning more about directing for KDC are also welcomed to attend.

Spaces are limited so book now! Please book your slot HERE.

There will also be optional drinks afterwards in the Theatre Deli bar where prospective directors and assistant directors can mingle, meet the KDC team and informally discuss potential show pitches.

Date: Wed 13 May 2026
Time: 7-9pm
Location: Theatre Deli, Leadenhall
Tickets: £15 / £13.50 for KDC members

Jan-Feb 2026 Workshops

In addition to stage shows, KDC Theatre also offers a programme of masterclasses and workshops. The programme evolves regularly so keep checking back on the schedule below, sign up for our newsletter, or follow us on Facebook, or Instagram.

Workshops in Jan/Feb 2026:

Stage Combat

Have you ever wondered how actors fight on stage without hurting each other? This masterclass will reveal all the secrets! How to grab someone by the hair, punch a person in the face, fight another person hand-to-hand, and how to be on the receiving end of it convincingly. Performance Combat Instructor & Coordinator Katy Treble will walk you through stage combat step by step so you can put on an amazing stage fight in your next production.

This masterclass is open to everyone with an interest in stage combat; directors, actors, choreographers, writers, and everyone else. Please wear comfortable clothing you can move around in.

Spaces are limited so book now! Please book your slot HERE.

Date: Thursday 05 February 2026
Time: 7-9.30pm
Location: Theatre Deli, Leadenhall
Tickets: £20 / £18 for KDC members