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Artist Support

Image description: David, a white man with short light brown hair and stubble, and Tarik, a black man with a trimmed black beard peer outside a window of The Old Courthouse in Brighton. Looking down at the camera on the ground floor with big, inviting smiles on their faces!

We work with queer artists across the UK to create a programme of ground-breaking theatre.

At Marlborough Productions, we proudly produce the work of our Co-Creative Director Tarik Elmoutawakil with his projects Brownton Abbey, Galactic Get Down, and an upcoming international collaborative project with queer artists in Morocco.

Associate Artists

We have worked with many associate artists over the years, who have contributed to our creative vision and projects. We currently support the work of:

Harry Clayton-Wright

He/They

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Image description: Harry Clayton-Wright stands with their arms behind their back wearing a black blazer with oversized shoulder pads. They are topless underneath, showing their hairy chest and a thick, chunky, silver padlock necklace. They have short black hair, thick black rimmed glasses and a moustache. Harry's skin is glowing red and turquoise and the background is dappled with the same light. They are looking straight to the camera, chin up, head slightly to the right, with a sharp, fierce and knowing focus in their eyes.

Ebony Rose Dark

They/Her/His/Them

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Image description: Ebony Rose Dark, a glamorous black performance artist with highlighted afro hair, stands in the centre of a photograph against a vivid purple background. Ebony wears a gold dress with large sequins, glittering gold eyeshadow, and long lashes. Ebony’s face is obscured by their hands, which are held and crossed in front of their face. The image is slightly blurred, implying movement.

Emma Frankland

She/Xyr

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Image description: Emma, a white trans woman with dyed blonde hair, sits in the centre of the image, wearing a black, red, and white tattered dress in a wide-legged stance. She sits in the mud, in front of a thorny bush by the Adur river in Shoreham. The sky is blue and it's a sunny day. Emma looks at the camera with a neutral expression. She holds what appears to be a rusted dagger in her hand.

Subira Joy

They/Them

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Image description: Subira Joy looks directly at the camera in the centre of the photograph. They wear a black, long-sleeved jumper and stand against a black background. They have facial piercings and a thick chain with a padlock on it around their neck. Their arms rest on the back of a regal chair with ornate gold engraved decoration and lilac striped upholstery. They have a neutral expression on their face.

Commissioning Support

We are dedicated to fostering innovative projects through our commissioning support. Typically, we support 2-3 commissions a year, usually based on long-standing relationships with artists and companies. Decisions are made around a year in advance of a project commencing.

Recent Commissions:

Mr Blackpool

Harry Clayton-Wright

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Image description: A photo of Harry Clayton-Wright sat on Blackpool Pier with the Tower in the background. Harry sits on a bench with a beautiful, mauve showgirl headpiece, eating a hotdog whilst giving the camera eye contact.

No Apologies

Emma Frankland

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Please note, we do not have an open call or submission process for commissioning. However, we welcome you to share information about your work or invite us to upcoming performances. You can reach us by email at [email protected]. Please be aware that we are a small team and may not be able to respond fully to each enquiry.

Project Support

While we no longer run a venue and cannot offer rehearsal space, we provide support for projects that align with our artistic mission. This can include:

• Introductions to potential partners
• Marketing support
• Producing advice and project development

We usually make decisions 6 months in advance of a project commencing. Given our limited capacity, we prioritise projects that align with our values and contribute to the development of the art form or sector.

We create and elevate intersectional queer culture.

If you believe your project aligns with our mission, feel free to share information or invite us to upcoming performances by emailing [email protected]. Again, please note that we are a small part-time team and may not be able to respond fully to each enquiry.

Our Values

MARLY MEETS ARTIST SUPPORT

Got an idea, burning issue or project you want to explore with our Creative Directors? Book a 30 minute slot at our new bi-monthly Marly Meets: Artist Support sessions with Creative Directors Tarik Elmoutawakil and David Sheppeard.

Taking place in person at the Marlborough Productions office at the Old Courthouse in Brighton. Two slots, bi-monthly, on a first come first served basis – you can register interest and join the waiting list by filling in this online form.

We will be in touch with you when we have a free slot come through.

Please get in touch with any enquiries or to let us know if you have any access requirements, including arranging an online session, at info@marlboroughproductions.org.uk.

In the meantime, please check out our Marly Meets artist resources here. See you soon!