We’re delighted to announce that Script Club is returning to the Bush Theatre in November 2025, bringing more opportunities to connect with some of today’s most exciting playwrights.

First up, Steven Moffat will join us to talk about his hit West End comedy The Unfriend. In December, Chris Bush will lead a session on her powerful play Hungry. Looking ahead to early 2026, Arinzé Kene will return to the Bush to reflect on Misty.

This unique collaboration between Outside Edge, Cardboard Citizens, Clean Break and Synergy Theatre Project creates a safe, supportive community where participants affected by addiction, homelessness and the criminal justice system can explore theatre, build confidence and share ideas.

Matt Steinberg, Artistic Director and CEO of Outside Edge Theatre Company, said: ‘Following the success of the first season of Script Club, I’m delighted that Stephen, Chris, and Arinzé have generously agreed to join us for Season Two. These sessions are genuinely transformative for participants from Outside Edge and our partner organisations. By connecting writers from underrepresented backgrounds with playwrights from Nick Hern Books’ outstanding list, this initiative demonstrates the vital importance of making high-quality creative opportunities with leading artists accessible to everyone.’

Matt Applewhite, Publisher and CEO of Nick Hern Books, said: ‘Season One of Script Club proved the power of partnership and storytelling. With Outside Edge, Cardboard Citizens, Clean Break and Synergy, we’re thrilled to launch Season Two: bringing underrepresented groups together to celebrate creativity, community and the transformative spirit of theatre.’

A longstanding participant from Outside Edge said: ‘I’m delighted to learn of Script Club’s return. I’ve struggled with substance use for decades, and having put that behind me by having something like this to move towards is the best decision of my life. I’m pleased to say that I recently wrote a short piece that will be published in an upcoming Nick Hern anthology, which is a direct result of my attending Script Club.’