Call out for shows and performances

Splore is a new consortium of venues and organisations across the North of Scotland with the shared ambition to build relationships with families and young audiences in rural areas of North Scotland. We will do this through programming high quality children’s theatre and dance, with wraparound activities, additional marketing resources and meaningful, tailored accessibility. The project will promote and prioritise ecologically sustainable touring and production models and principles within the theatre and dance sector.

With support from Creative Scotland’s Touring Fund for Theatre and Dance, we are launching a pilot tour in Autumn 2025 & Spring 2026, delivering an exciting tour across the region.

We are now seeking proposals from companies / artists for imaginative, engaging, and high-quality performances for children and families. 

For more information, please carefully read the full call-out document below.

Splore Call Out

In brief, we are looking for:

• Creative & high-quality work that resonates with family audiences
• Affordable & accessible touring with fair working practices
• Sustainable touring models to reduce environmental impact
• Adaptability – the production should work in theatres, village halls, and community spaces
• Small touring setup – max. 4 people on the road, travel in one vehicle, ferry-compatible

What’s on Offer:

• Fee: Up to £31,366 (includes pre-production, touring, and wraparound activities)
• Accommodation & travel covered
• Marketing & advertising support
• Dedicated producer support

Timeline:

• Rehearsal period: 4 weeks at Lyth Arts Centre in Summer 2025
• Touring Dates:
  Leg 1 – Autumn 2025: 1st – 21st September
  Leg 2 – Spring 2026: 22nd February – 14th March

The deadline to apply is 6pm, Monday 10th March 2025. 

Shortlisted applicants will be invited to discuss proposals on Tuesday 18th March.