A Pleasance Scratch

The Pleasance is proud to support a large number of developing artists every year through our various Pleasance Futures initiatives, and our scratch nights are an opportunity for you to have the first glimpse at what these talented theatre makers are creating next.

We offer the free opportunity to perform on our Main House stage, free rehearsal space, free photography and mentoring through our theatre department. 

A Pleasance Scratch - 12th & 13th November 2025

Apply now and be part of an unforgettable evening of bold, new theatre!

We provide:
- Mentoring and support from our team
- A slot in our Cabaret Main House theatre to share your 10 minute piece of theatre work-in-progress with an audience and get their feedback
- Professional photos of your performance 
- Basic technical support from the performance

Each project should:
- Engage its own performers and creative team as necessary
- Provide any props the performance requires
- Provide all technical requirements with as much notice as possible 
- Be available all day on 

We will be able to provide technical support and an operator for your performance and mentoring and support from our team.

Deadline to apply: Friday 3rd October, 6PM

A Pleasance Comedy Scratch 

Applications for A Pleasance Comedy Scratch are currently closed. Look out for more announcements on our website and social media channels!

A Pleasance Staff Scratch

We also run a staff scratch night for members of our box office, bar and front of house teams, providing them a space to try out new material on our main house stage. 

Applications are only open to the Pleasance team. Please reach out at [email protected] for more info!