New monologue competition for deaf, disabled & neurodivergent artists announced at Theatre Royal Stratford East

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Theatre Royal Stratford East, in association with Ramps on the Moon, have announced the participants for SLAMbition, a brand-new monologue slam-style competition on 30 March, which puts a spotlight on the incredible range of Deaf, disabled and neurodivergent talent that exists in the arts.

Participants include Eliz Avni, Nicole Botha, Jade Franks, Georgina Hart, Rhiannon Jones, Ella Maisy Purvis, Temi Majekodunmi, Jack Moorby, Fatima Niemoga and Mik Scarlet.

The artists will perform a monologue in front of an invited audience of leading industry creatives including directors, casting agents and casting directors, and will have the chance to win an exciting package of prizes which include: a professional headshot package from photographer The Other Richard, a digital subscription for The Stage, tickets to Stratford East shows and more to be confirmed. 

SLAMbition will be co-directed by Theatre Royal Stratford East Artistic Director Nadia Fall and Julie McNamara, with hosting by Stratford East’s Sky Arts Artistic Associate Tabby Lamb. Guest performers will include spoken word artist Miss Jacqui and singer/songwriter Max Runham. The judging panel for SLAMbition includes theatre maker and poet Jamie Hale, director and performer Rachel Nwokoro and casting director Jacob Sparrow.

Artistic Director of Theatre Royal Stratford East, Nadia Fall, said: “I am so excited that we’re producing SLAMbition, a brand-new competition and showcase for deaf, disabled and neurodivergent acting talent. This not only promises to be an extremely entertaining event, but it is a genuine step towards promoting and forging relationships with artists whose talent is all too often hidden in a very ableist industry.”

For more information and to book tickets, please click here.