Studio Salford WFTS courses

13/08/2024

As well as on all the streamers, my album is available to listen to and/or buy on Bandcamp, where you can download in lossless and keep forever.

In the heart of a bustling factory, amidst the rhythmic hum of engines and the clanking of metal, there lies a machine that possesses a secret passion. Hidden beneath its cold, mechanical exterior beats a heart that yearns for music.

10/08/2024

Here’s a little sneak peek of the first song on my debut album.

I’m opening with this song at my album launch tonight at The Klondyke in Levenshulme as part of Levy Pride. 7.40pm.

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24/02/2024

Very excited to announce that I’ve finally got off my arse and released my first single (with album to come) on my own indie label, and it’s available on all the streamers from today.

Have a listen, and add it to your playlists, etc? I get a whole 0.01p everyone someone listens for 30 seconds or more. ❤️❤️❤️

Go to MusicByMachines.

02/01/2024

Reviews for LES & ALI’s BIG BALEARIC ADVENTURE so far:
Sharp & Witty. A complete joy! - Canal-St.co.uk
Fun & uplifting - NorthWestEnd.com
Warm-hearted. A fine comedy - British Theatre Guide
A lovely, funny, captivating play, performed brilliantly by the cast! Definitely something to break up those post-summer blues! – Amy Worrell, Facebook review
A funny, tart, heartbreaking two-hander, wonderfully acted. – Paul Magrs, Facebook review
A funny, charming, and brilliant story about a couple on honeymoon toying with the idea of skipping their flight home and staying in Ibiza forever. – Richard Douglas, Facebook review
Funny, intriguing, tender, and very entertaining – Maureen O’Neill, Facebook review
Nominated for:
Best Performers, Best New Play — GMFringe 2023
Best New Play — OffFest 2023
So, come along and join us at The Kings Arms 11-13th Jan, and beat off those January blues. Guaranteed feel-good!!
Part of the Best of the Fringe season at the Kings Arms.

18/11/2023

I get asked all the time how long a theatre scene should be - so, I decided to write a blog about it. So, check out my latest Playwriting tips blog: how long should a scene be?

How long should a scene be in a play? It's one of the most commonly asked questions in my playwriting courses. Find out the answer here!

08/11/2023

Writer friends: check out my new blog about overcoming writer's block and finding new starting points, along with details about my new online short course.

How do you start a new play? How do you turn an idea into a tangible premise? Playwriting tips for getting started on your next piece.

21/10/2023

Playwright friends: I’m writing a blog about where playwrights come up with their ideas. How do find/come up with your starting points? All contributions will be referenced, of course. ❤️❤️❤️ Thanks.

12/09/2023

Quick reminder: my new play’s on at The Talleyrand this weekend: Fri, Sat & Sunday! 8pm start [75 minute running time).

Would be great to see you there for a little slice of Ibiza on a rainy weekend.

Reviews from the first run include:
Sharp & witty…A complete joy - Canal-St.co.uk
A fine comedy - British Theatre Guide
Fun & uplifting - OffWestEnd.com

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/les-alis-big-balearic-adventure-by-mike-heath-tickets-681707313927?aff=ebdshpsearchautocomplete

12/09/2023

Quick reminder: my new play’s on at The Talleyrand this weekend: Fri, Sat & Sunday! 8pm start [75 minute running time).

Would be great to see you there for a little slice of Ibiza on a rainy weekend.

Reviews from the first run include:
Sharp & witty…A complete joy - Canal-St.co.uk
A fine comedy - British Theatre Guide
Fun & uplifting - OffWestEnd.com

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/les-alis-big-balearic-adventure-by-mike-heath-tickets-681707313927?aff=ebdshpsearchautocomplete

Back by popular demand after a triumphant debut run , Les & Ali take us on an adventure that's going to change their lives forever.

07/09/2023

Here’s a ticket link for Less & Les & Ali’s Big Balearic Adventure at The Talleyrand, as people are having trouble finding it. Starts at 8. Next weekend -15-17th Sept.

Ticket link:

Back by popular demand after a triumphant debut run , Les & Ali take us on an adventure that's going to change their lives forever.

11/07/2023

Find out all about Les & Ali’s first drugs experience and discover why they’re looking into the skies in the debut run of Les & Ali’s Big Balearic Adventure. Wed 12th to Fri 14th July

10/01/2022

The new term of WriteForTheStage courses are starting up again at the beginning of Feb. There are still places available. Find out more: https://www.writeforthestage.co.uk/post/feb-2022-new-term-of-writing-courses-and-new-course-copywriting

We're excited to announce that we've just opened up booking for a new term of the Intro and Progressing courses. And we're even more thrilled to announce the launch of our new writing course: Copywriting. So, if you're looking for a last-minute Christmas present, consider giving someone (or yourself...

15/12/2021

Announcing the new term of courses at WriteForTheStage. Including a new course: Copywriting - all about developing the skills you need to earn a living as a copywriter.

https://www.writeforthestage.co.uk/post/feb-2022-new-term-of-writing-courses-and-new-course-copywriting

We're excited to announce that we've just opened up booking for a new term of the Intro and Progressing courses. And we're even more thrilled to announce the launch of our new writing course: Copywriting. So, if you're looking for a last-minute Christmas present, consider giving someone (or yourself...

25/09/2021

After a short post-pandemic hiatus, WriteForTheStage is coming back in 2022. We’re relaunching our courses and taking expressions of interest at the moment. Booking will open before Christmas. Read about it here. https://www.writeforthestage.co.uk/post/expressions-of-interest-new-term-in-2022

We've had some time off during the pandemic, but we're planning on restarting all of the WriteForTheStage courses in January 2022. We offer courses for complete beginners, all the way to experienced playwrights. We also provide guidance for fledgling producers, and we're even going to start running....

29/06/2020

Last call for new term of WriteForTheStage Progressing. Starting this week.

https://www.writeforthestage.co.uk/post/stop-press-progressing-course-starting-this-week

Just a quick message to remind you that the next term of Progressing is starting this week. There are still places available, so get in quick if you’re interested in joining in, but get in quick because it starts tomorrow (Tues, 30th June, 2020). Progressing is all about developing an existing scr...

24/06/2020

WFTS Intro Summer School starts Thursday 2nd July.

School's IN for SUMMER!
Write a killer 10-page opening to your first (or next) masterpiece.

https://www.writeforthestage.co.uk/intro-summer-school

Suitable for absolute beginners and experienced playwrights alike. Beginners will learn the ropes and experienced playwrights find new starting points and lots of new techniques to develop their existing pratice. 

29/05/2020

We’re broadcasting my play, The Big Things, live on YouTube this evening (Fri 29th, May)at 7.45pm.

It’s a rehearsed reading starring the super-talented duo: Nicole Evans and Richard Hand.

For info and to join the Live, go to
www.writeforthestage.co.uk/events

The Big Things was shortlisted for the BBC Alfred Bradley Bursary Award, 2016. It had a 3-week run at Barons Court Theatre in London in 2018.