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National playwriting course and competition launched for years 10 to 13

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New Views 2020 has been launched, an annual playwriting competition from the National Theatre (NT) to support the next generation of talent in the UK, this year in partnership with Audible. Both the NT and Audible will work with a young writer aged 14 - 19 to adapt their script and publish it in audio.
'If Not Now, When?' by Isabel Hague, winner of New Views 2019
'If Not Now, When?' by Isabel Hague, winner of New Views 2019 - NT

Hundreds of students can take part in the online New Views programme, benefiting from workshops, masterclasses and bespoke CPD for teachers. Out of the plays produced on the course, a shortlist of eight will be rehearsed, then one will be chosen to be produced by the NT with a professional cast and crew. 

Any school or college can apply to take part, with the programme aimed at years 10 to 13. The cost per state school is £200, although bursaries are available if cost is a barrier to participation. For an independent school to take part, the cost is £400, which includes sponsoring a state school to participate. 

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