Jerwood Royal Court Commissioning Scheme

2027 Applications Now Open

A new engine for investment in UK-wide playwriting.

The Jerwood Royal Court Commissioning Scheme is an open-access national fund to unlock risk and investment in commissioning new plays.

Each year, the Scheme awards six annual grants of up to £6,000 each to underwrite first payments for new play commissions, supporting UK-wide theatres and producers to back ambitious new playwrights. The current round of applications is now open to joint proposals between a playwright and producing venue or company.

The deadline to apply is Monday 11 January 2027 at midday. Here you'll find everything you need: guidance, application questions and FAQs. You can also sign-up to a free webinar on Tue 13 Oct, 10.30am, to find out more before applying.