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Karen Goddard

@karengoddard.bsky.social

Freelance Fundraiser & Theatre Producer Focus on East Anglia Recent projects with @HighTideTheatre.bsky.social & Eastern Angles Www.karengoddard.net

188 Followers  |  301 Following  |  24 Posts  |  Joined: 15.11.2024
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11.06.2025 14:35 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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I’m researching the story of Felixstowe Docks by talking to people who worked there… supported by Suffolk County Council @artscouncilengland.bsky.social and Eastern Angles πŸ’›

26.03.2025 17:38 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Loved this. I used to live in Brandeston…so it was great to see this fresh, nuanced production including the fate of Rev John Lowes. Fantastic all-female cast, beautiful harmonies, catch it while you can. Congratulations Theatre Royal BSE!

21.03.2025 09:16 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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It’s Village Halls Week 2025 and NRTF is shining a light on rural venues and the people at their heart.

We paid a visit to Arnside to meet Debbie Laving and the team who bring cultural experiences to Arnside residents 😊

You can read the interview here: www.ruraltouring.org/news/village...

20.03.2025 13:35 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1

Congratulations Gurjot! Looks fantastic. 🩷

15.03.2025 07:06 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Could you be our new Artistic Director/CEO?
Following the news that Clare Slater will step down this summer, we're pleased to announce that recruitment is now live.
Applications close Friday 11 April.
Full details: hightide.org.uk/about-high-t...

11.03.2025 10:44 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 6    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Delighted to be granted @artscouncilengland.bsky.social support for the R&D of a new play focusing on the lives of Felixstowe dockers during the 1980s #documentarytheatre #verbatim #NewWriting

10.03.2025 22:50 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 1
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I’m researching a new play based on the experiences of Felixstowe dock workers. The project is supported by @suffolkcc & @easternangles. If you or someone you know would like to share a story, please do get in touch via my website karengoddard.net πŸ‘

22.02.2025 08:22 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Working-class creatives don’t stand a chance in UK today, leading artists warn Exclusive: Analysis by the Guardian shows a third of major arts leaders were educated privately

Very true. β€œIt is still very rare to have contemporary regional working-class voices on big main stages, unless it’s nostalgic. People need to see something of themselves to think there is a possibility that they can also do that.” Beth Steel.
www.theguardian.com/culture/2025...

22.02.2025 08:18 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Arts Council England to shelve new funding plan after outcry from producers Controversial plans dubbed β€˜worst idea in the world’ would have stopped producers from applying for new grants before current projects end

www.theguardian.com/culture/2025...

19.02.2025 18:23 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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33 arts organisations to benefit from Β£500k funding after council U-turn Suffolk County Council has announced the 33 beneficiaries of the Culture Project Fund.

www.eadt.co.uk/news/2494229...

18.02.2025 08:37 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Board Members | Theatre Royal Theatre Royal Bury St Edmunds is seeking two new non-executives to provide practical assistance and support to the executive team as part of the Board.

We are looking for two new board members to join our team. Could this be you? theatreroyal.org/jobs/board-m...

14.02.2025 07:58 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Excellent afternoon at @nationaltheatre.org.uk watching Ballet Shoes 🩰 Special mention for Sam Wyer’s costumes and Frankie Bradshaw’s set. Absolutely stunning ✨

13.02.2025 08:42 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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If only there was a page dedicated to telling British South Asian Stories...Oh, wait. There is. It's us.πŸ˜‰

Rifco Theatre has been amplifying the voice of our community since 2000, and now stands among the UK’s most prestigious touring theatre companies!🌎🎭

Follow us to stay in the loopπŸ™Œ

19.12.2024 10:52 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Work-in-Progress: The Go Between | Norwich Theatre Join us in Stage Two as we support the development of new work by local artists, and help shape the theatre of tomorrow.

Some things from 2024... A wonderful R&D working on my @artscouncilengland.bsky.social- funded adaptation of LP Hartley's exquisite THE GO-BETWEEN with Eastern Angles, Norwich Theatre Royal, St George's Great Yarmouth and @karengoddard.bsky.social norwichtheatre.org/whats-on/wor...

30.01.2025 10:13 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
BLINK 'Elvis Died of Burgers' - image credit Roswitha Chesher

BLINK 'Elvis Died of Burgers' - image credit Roswitha Chesher

Looking for a new challenge for the new year?
Take a look at our jobs board for opportunities at
@levelcentre.bsky.social
@openclasp.bsky.social
@extantltd.bsky.social
@20storieshigh.bsky.social
and more
www.itc-arts.org/industry-opp...

24.01.2025 10:51 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
On a yellow background, the graphic reads: Submissions now open until 5pm on Tuesday 22nd April.

On a yellow background, the graphic reads: Submissions now open until 5pm on Tuesday 22nd April.

The Women's Prize for Playwriting 2025 is now open for submissions until Tuesday 22nd April!πŸŽ‰ @painesplough.bsky.social @concordukshows.bsky.social @ekpshows.bsky.social

The First Prize is Β£20,000: our biggest prize fund yet.πŸ‘€

Enter via our website: womensprizeforplaywriting.co.uk/how-to-enter/

13.01.2025 08:59 β€” πŸ‘ 38    πŸ” 42    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 4

Agree πŸ‘

19.01.2025 11:01 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Sophia | Eastern Angles Princess, Suffragette, Sister

Really enjoyed producing the 2024 Sophia R&D project…now can’t wait to see the full production. Touring East Anglia very soon!
easternangles.co.uk/event/sophia...

15.01.2025 16:26 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Nominate now! - Movement for Good awards We could receive Β£1,000 in the Movement for Good draw.

There's still time to nominate NIE UK in the #MovementForGood draw to win Β£1000!
It takes less than a minute & would help us ensure more children across the UK have access creative opportunities. ✨🎻πŸͺ—πŸŽŸ
Thank you! 🫢
movementforgood.com/index.php?cn...

15.01.2025 10:42 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Arts Marketing Association: Essentials of Marketing | ITC Independent Theatre Council Arts Marketing Association are offering ITC members 20% off their non-member rate for their Essentials of Marketing online course. The course is made up of live sessions, on-demand videos, resources a...

Arts Marketing Association is offering ITC members extra discounts on their
Essentials of Marketing programme
Find out more: www.itc-arts.org/events/event...

10.01.2025 12:28 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Michael Sheen to fund new national theatre for Wales The actor says he is putting everything behind starting Welsh National Theatre.

Inspirational action from Michael Sheen πŸ‘
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

10.01.2025 08:55 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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HighTide Writers Group to return in 2025 HighTide Writers Group is to return in 2025 with My Mother's Funeral: The Show playwright Kelly Jones at the helm

Bravo @hightidetheatre.bsky.social ! The Writers Group is back. Check out this brilliant opportunity πŸ”½
www.thestage.co.uk/news/hightid...

09.01.2025 07:08 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 5    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A graphic job advertisement by the National Theatre of Scotland for the role of "Director of Finance & Administration.

A graphic job advertisement by the National Theatre of Scotland for the role of "Director of Finance & Administration.

πŸ“’ WE ARE HIRING πŸ“’ ⁠

We are seeking a Director of Finance and Administration. This role is suited to a dynamic leader with a passion for the arts who can provide strategic oversight and expert advice

Deadline: 3rd Feb 2025

MORE INFO
www.nationaltheatrescotland.com/jobs/directo...

07.01.2025 11:03 β€” πŸ‘ 8    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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New Year, new projects to fund? Join us tomorrow night for a free online workshop with Karen Goddard to learn how to write successful ACE bids
hightide.org.uk/event/writin...

07.01.2025 17:07 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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A Tryal of Witches: Young People's Auditions | Theatre Royal The play asks what led to one of the most shocking witch trials in British history. The trial in Bury St Edmunds was the first time women were convicted using β€˜spectral evidence’ – the belief that wit...

Young People's Auditions!
Theatre Royal is looking for two girls aged 11-14 to play the role of Elizabeth in our forthcoming production of A Tryal of Witches. This is an exciting opportunity to perform alongside a professional cast of actors in a powerful new play.

Apply here: bit.ly/4iIiWzP

21.12.2024 08:01 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Writing Successful ACE Bids with Karen Goddard | HighTide

Jan 8th - 6pm til 8pm. A free online session from @hightidetheatre.bsky.social
hightide.org.uk/event/writin...

19.12.2024 16:23 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A scene from panto, with a female actor dressed as a male lumberjack in wolf clothing. Text says: how much does panto cost to make?

A scene from panto, with a female actor dressed as a male lumberjack in wolf clothing. Text says: how much does panto cost to make?

How much does our panto, Treasure Island, cost to make? Find out in the latest blog post from senior producer, @sarahlouisepenney.bsky.social πŸ”— bit.ly/3VwewlK

10.12.2024 11:32 β€” πŸ‘ 10    πŸ” 6    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Open Meeting on Touring | The Audience Agency Help inform a research project into the state of touring

Looking forward to hearing (and maybe contributing to) this Audience Agency debate on the future of touring. Will be championing small-scale/mid-scale & #ruraltouring !
theaudienceagency.org/en/event/ope...

10.12.2024 09:01 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0