At Fringe Central we offer support on all aspects of participating in the Fringe, as well as practical services for those visiting the Fringe, such as access to computers, printing and free wifi.
The Artist Support, Arts Industry, Artist Development and Media teams will be based within Fringe Central during August, helping those participating in the Fringe to navigate their visit and offering a space for anyone with questions to ask or just in need of a break.
A programme of discussions, meetups and networking events to help Fringe artists and arts industry establish new collaborations and advance their careers at the festival.
Every event in the programme is free for registered Fringe participants, and the first batch is now available to browse and book on Fringe Connect, the Fringe Society’s online platform for artists and industry.
Includes guidance on getting started on TikTok, content strategies and how to generate revenue through the app.
Tweet the Media (05 August)
2021's popular digital event Tweet the Media returns this year on 05 August. All registered Fringe acts will be invited to use a hashtag to pitch their shows via tweets to accredited media, who will monitor the hashtag in the same way they’d watch show pitches in person.
Meet the Media (06 August)
The highly anticipated return of this annual event, alongside Tweet the Media, in which Fringe participants can pitch in person to media representatives, meet Fringe Society staff, learn more about the services provided and connect with peers while queuing for their pitching slot.
Disabled practitioners’ get-together (15 August)
Hosted by Birds of Paradise, this event seeks to provide an accessible space where disabled people working in theatre and performance can meet, talk and connect with each other.
Practical approaches to truly diverse casting (22 August)
This panel discussion with Backstage and industry experts will provide practical approaches to enable participants to cast in a truly diverse and authentic way.
The Fringe Fair (22 August)
An opportunity to meet key organisations such as membership bodies, festivals, training providers and agencies, in the format of a career fair.
Fringe Swap Shop (27 – 29 August)
Three days at the end of the Fringe during which participants can swap unwanted props, useable furniture, costumes and anything else recyclable from their shows.
