FAQs
- How do you commission writers?
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Usually the Artistic Director will see a play or have read a script that is of interest and we want to explore further.
The Artistic Director and writer then meet and take it from there. Sometimes the writer will contact the director to see a show that is on, and sometimes it is the writer’s agent.
- Do you accept unsolicited scripts?
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Sphinx is currently unable to accept unsolicited scripts.
- Do you only work with women?
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No, we work with men and women.
Men are included in the creative/acting teams, but not generally as a writer or director.
The important and central factor must be an understanding and empathy with the company’s aims, which is to focus on creating theatre pieces that include a wider range of female characters.
- How do you create your work?
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Through workshops, collaboration, improvisation and text. Movement, sound and dance have always played an important part in Sphinx productions.
- Where do you rehearse and how often?
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We hire rehearsal space in London for each production.
Rehearsals for our tours are usually for 4 weeks. We rehearse when we are creating new work and also to workshop ideas for future productions.
- I am an actor, keen to work with Sphinx, how should I approach you?
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There are different approaches that we take to casting, depending on the roles to be filled.
We try and see as much work as possible throughout the year, and will approach someone directly or via their agent if they are ideal for a particular role.
We also work with casting directors, advertise in The Stage, SBS, PCR and talk to other companies. CVs and headshots can be sent to the Administrator for file, although responding to casting breakdowns is our preferred route.
Please note that Sphinx is not currently casting.
- I am a director/ designer/ choreographer/ composer
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I am a director/ designer/ choreographer/ composer, keen to work with Sphinx, how should I approach you?
As with actors, we try and see as much work as possible throughout the year, and will approach someone directly or via their agent if they are ideal for a particular role. CVs can also be sent to the Administrator for file.
- I am keen to be part of Sphinx’s stage management team, how should I approach you?
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We use the Stage Management Free List (www.stagemanagementassociation.co.uk), so please keep your contact details and availability up-to-date. CVs can also be sent to the Administrator for file.
- Does Sphinx take on work experience placements?
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Sphinx will advertise when work experience placements and internships become available.
- Can I come and meet members of the company to assist the research for my essay?
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We are always happy to help out in any way that we can. However, we no longer keep the company archive on the premises. Please see the Archive section for details of previous Sphinx Productions and Events.
If you would like to research further, you can now do so by contacting The Theatre Museum directly and arranging an appointment to go through the Sphinx archives.
The Theatre Museum Enquiries Service
Tel: 020 7943 4727
Email: tmenquiries@vam.ac.ukAccess to the archive held by the Theatre Museum is by appointment only.
- Do you run workshops for the public?
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We offer a variety of workshops throughout the year that include writing and seminar discussions. See the Events section or sign up to the Sphinx Email List for details of forthcoming Events.
