FOR CREATIVES

TEST DRIVE Scratch NightS

find out more about how we can support you as a creative and upcoming events 

  • Scratch Nights are an incredible way to showcase new work, theatre-makers present an extract of something in development to an audience who offer feedback in a supportive environment.

    For many, this will be the first chance to share an idea with an audience, test whether it has legs and find inspiration/ motivation to continue developing.

  • Lot's of people enjoy attending Scratch Nights to meet like-minded people, experience some exciting new work and be involved in the creative process.

    Those who attended our last Test Drive Scratch Night have found creative collaborators through the event and gone on to continue developing their work, apply for funding and book further performances and tours for their work.

    If you like theatre, have an open mind and enjoy offering supportive feedback, you'll probably enjoy this event.

  • Tickets are Pay What You Feel, we hope anyone who is interested in attending feels they can do so. This event as a great introduction to the theatre/ creative scene in York.

    If you have a piece you'd like to present at this Scratch Night or a future event, email us at Scratch@fourwheeldrivetheatre.co.uk

    If you'd like to support other pieces as a director or performer, please reach out and we can connect you with artists performing at the next event.

  • The first TEST DRIVE Scratch Night took place at Friargate Theatre in May '24 as part of the 'Friargate Creative Hub' project in partnership with Riding Lights Theatre Company.

    The second event ran in September in partnership with Theatre@41, where it was hosted in association with Junk Drawer Theatre Co.

  • See information about the next event below.

    We can't wait to see you there!

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PREVIOUS PROJECTS For Creatives

FOUR WHEEL DRIVE are passionate about improving the creative ecosystem within our city. Find out more about previous projects designed for creatives…

FRIARGATE Creative hub

4 - 18 May 2024, Friargate Theatre (Previous Project)

A space for creatives to meet, collaborate and create!

Friargate Creative Hub offered a series of workshops and events tailored to artists in York, providing a welcoming space for creative work and collaboration.

A collaboration between Riding Lights Theatre Company and Four Wheel Drive.

A flexible workspace designed for creatives; space to focus on your script, find creative inspiration or get something up on its feet. All centred around collaboration.

Enjoy the cafe space with creative break-out areas for FREE. Tea, coffee and snacks will be available to purchase if you’d like.

EVENTS & WORKSHOPS

  • PRO sessions: run by professionals, pay what you feel.

  • COMMUNITY sessions: for and by the community, FREE.

A HUGE thank you to everyone who made this project possible and to all who engaged with us over the 2-week project.

CONNECT FESTIVAL 2023

19 - 23 July 2023, Theatre@41 (Previous Project)

A 5-day Theatre and Arts festival championing new work and emerging artists.

Programme Included:

8 New 60 Minute Shows

2 Late Night Cabaret Shows

15 Workshops, Masterclasses and Events

With thanks to our sponsors and supporters; Viridian Labs, The Guild of Media Arts and Brew York. As well as the fantastic team that made it possible.

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