We are dedicated to the advancement of the art of theatre by promoting public knowledge and appreciation of the dramatic arts particularly as performed outside the West End including:

• support for theatres by promoting their work
• promoting the value, quality and contribution of off-West End theatres
• support for artists and playwrights working off-West End by providing training, support and award schemes
• support for new playwrights with bursaries, awards, training and other support as required
• assisting playwrights to work in schools and support theatre education projects.