Tag: directing

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

Pitches now open for our Autumn 2026 and Spring 2027 seasons

Open call for pitches

With our Spring 2026 Season shows debuting soon and exciting plans for the Summer, it’s time to set our eyes to Autumn 2026 and beyond!

Pitches are currently OPEN. We are looking to programme shows for Autumn 2026 (auditions in September 2026, shows in November/December 2026) and Spring 2027 (auditions in January, shows in March/April). We open our books for pitches a few times a year, to plan the next few seasons of shows. This is usually 6-8 months before each show.

There is no set theme to follow, we just really want to see your passion for your chosen project come through in your pitch. All the details about what we’re looking for, what support you’ll get from KDC Theatre, and how to submit your pitch can be found on our Directing with KDC page.

Pitches now open for our Autumn 2024 and Spring 2025 seasons

Open call for pitches

With our Spring 2024 Season shows debuting soon and exciting plans for the Summer, it’s time to set our eyes to Autumn 2024 and beyond!

Pitches are now open for shows for our future seasons – Autumn 2024 (auditions in September 2024, performances in November 2024) and Spring 2025 (January 2025-March 2025). If you’re a budding director or a producer, read on and see if KDC might be a good place to hone your next project!

There is no set theme to follow, we just really want to see your passion for your chosen project come through in your pitch. All the details about what we’re looking for, what support you’ll get from KDC Theatre, and how to submit your pitch can be found on our Directing with KDC page.

Pitches close on 07 April 2024 at midnight.

Calling all beginner directors

Come learn the craft in KDC’s Full Stack this Summer

If you’ve wanted to try your hand at directing, KDC is on the look out for up to 5 new directors to help bring our Full Stack summer show to life. You can have limited or even no prior experience – this is a chance to practice with a friendly, supportive group on shorter (around 10-15 minutes) new writing pieces. Want to find out more? Contact anna@kdctheatre.com by 24 March.