As this is our London 'finale' for this phase of The Glitter Project, we have curated a very special event featuring an INDUSTRY PANEL with experts covering comedy production, management, […]
NEW YEAR SPECIAL - INTRODUCING OUR WRITER'S CIRCLE
Writing comedy can feel as daunting as performing it. That's why we're launching a new series exclusively for our Patreon members: Writer's Circle. Building on the success of our monthly Open House series, we're testing out a new format to bring comedy creators of all kinds together to support each other.
As this is our Brighton ‘finale’ for this phase of The Glitter Project, we have curated a very special event as part of the BRIGHTON FRINGE featuring an INDUSTRY PANEL […]
Our Mentoring Meetups and Open Mic events are a part of The Glitter Project – A Safe Place supported using public funding by the National Lottery through Arts Council England. Join […]
Our Mentoring Meetups and Open Mic events are part of The Glitter Project – A Safe Place supported using public funding by the National Lottery through Arts Council England. Join us […]
Our Mentoring Meetups and Open Mic events are a part of The Glitter Project – A Safe Place supported using public funding by the National Lottery through Arts Council England. Join […]
This is a great introduction for those who are interested in comedy writing for television, radio or live performance. If you've ever wanted to write comedy and don't know where to start, this workshop is for you! Facilitated by television producer Anna Coane.
We’re committed to building the next generation of comedic talent and our brilliant Comedy Crash Course is an accessible and inclusive fast-track towards performing, writing and creating comedy. Featuring an […]
Got Fringe FOMO already? We’re staying firmly south of the border and for those of you not in Edinburgh this August, there’s lots of great comedy activity for you to enjoy in the capital over the summer. It’s the perfect time for us to launch our Stand Up to Stand Up Summer School.
The deadline for registration for the Comedy Shorts Award has passed.
If you have a short film or sketch that you think is hilarious, then enter your work for our Comedy Shorts Award to be in with a chance of winning some life-changing support and mentoring from comedy professionals.
WHAT KIND OF FILM ARE YOU LOOKING FOR?
A 1- 6 minute film that can take the form of anything comical. It’s a great opportunity to show us your creative flair and have fun!
WHO CAN ENTER?
This award is open to all women filmmakers and content developers. The film must be an original narrative created, produced and devised by a woman, or women, although male cast and crew members are allowed.
ARE THERE ANY ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR MY FILM?
Yes – we require all films to be 6 minutes or under, to be entirely original dialogue, to not feature brand logos and most importantly, to only use music with the written consent of the performer and/or publisher either personally or via the PRS system https://www.prsformusic.com/ .
WHAT WILL YOU DO WITH MY FILM?
We will broadcast selected entries on our Funny Women YouTube channel and social media (so keep an eye out) and the top 10 finalists’ films will also hosted on a dedicated Funny Women Comedy Shorts Awards page on our website. We will also broadcast the final 3 entries as part of the grand final night.
HOW IS IT JUDGED?
Films are judged for production, concept, delivery/performance, creativity, writing and overall funniness. The top 10 films are then viewed by an independent judging panel of top television and film industry professionals who will choose one overall winner and two runners up. The final three will be invited to attend the grand final in London on the 23rd September.
WHAT CAN I WIN?
2021 Funny Women Awards Prizes
The deadline for registration for the Comedy Shorts Award has passed.
If you need further information please contact us here
