The Syncromesh Project

ongoing

As live theatre struggles with rising costs and audiences only slowly returning after covid, audio drama is enjoying a new golden age. A relatively young art form, just enjoying its centenary, there has been an explosion of opportunity as digital technology plays to the strength of the art form. Audio drama can now be made via remote collaboration and distributed worldwide through the internet. But despite this profusion of opportunity, there are few opportunities specific professional training in this field - in contrast to the opportunities for film makers or theatre directors and even fewer which are based on international collaboration. This project will introduce early career performing arts professionals both to the potential of audio drama and to the creative potential of international collaboration. They will be supported to produce a slate of new work, working together in cross cultural, multi linguistic small groups. The project will provide the tools and the insights – into audience development, income generation and dissemination strategies – to enable participants to develop international careers in this art form. The project will create a set of resources and networks which will ensure a sustainable legacy and open new doors for the next generation of audio drama creatives.