Residencies

The New Scripts Garage is an offer of dramaturgical support for new scripts, with low barriers to entry. On a regular basis, we open our inboxes for script submissions from playwrights seeking dramaturgical support for their work.The first eight eligible scripts will receive considered dramaturgical support in the form of a One-on-One Consultation Session with a text dramaturg or Written Feedback from the reading team.Please note that this is not a presentational platform. This short-form programme is ideal

From April 2026 to March 2027, playwright Thomas Lim is joining us as our Writer in Residence. This 12-month residency spotlights and platforms the Writer in Residence through presentations of his works, and engagements with younger writers and the public.As part of the residency, Thomas will also participate in the New Scripts Garage, offering dramaturgical support and feedback to scripts from the open call. 

The Dramaturg-in-Residence programme invites up to 3 dramaturgs to participate in the life of the Centre over a period of 12 months. The programme aims to develop capabilities in the current community of text dramaturgs and build visibility for a pool of dramaturgs who are well-equipped to work on new plays.During the residency, the Dramaturgs-in-Residence will gather regularly to share about their practice and engage in dramaturgical discourse. Through these exchanges and their involvement in Centre 42’s a