Image Credits: David Monteith-Hodge, Clarissa Debenham at Film Free Photography
Welcome back to Producer Lab.
We are back for our Third Edition and this time, we’re on tour.
We are going to:
Harlow
Ipswich
Cambridge
Chelmsford
…and one more location to be announced soon!
Image Credits: David Monteith-Hodge
about the lab
Are you an emerging artist, producer, or freelancer struggling to get to grips with the big world of producing? Join the Producer Lab!
Producer Lab is a five-part workshop series designed to demystify the producing process for early-career creatives, self-producing artists, indie companies and emerging producers.
Each session is led by Blown Fuse Theatre’s Executive Producer Roxanne Carney and rooted in honest, experience-based learning. We break down the production process of a project into accessible, hands-on workshops that build your skills, confidence and network.
Sessions are interactive and informal, with space for questions, reflection and peer connections.
WHAT WILL YOU GET (per workshop):
Enrolment onto a jam-packed 2 hour workshop, led by Executive Producer Roxanne Carney
A comprehensive resource sheet with links, tasks and networks relating to the workshop
An opportunity to expand your network of creatives
Access to the Producer Lab network (previous participants)
Tangible tasks to elevate your project
Signing up to Blown Fuse and Roxanne Carney's mailing list so you don’t miss future opportunities (you can unsubscribe at any time)
Come to one workshop or attend the whole series. These sessions are designed to support the creative work you’re already doing and help you build what comes next.
About the Workshops
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Curious what a producer actually does or sick of doing everything yourself? This workshop demystifies the role from scratch.
Led by Executive Producer Roxanne Carney, we'll share how our own journey unfolded, then we’ll dig into a case study; a real-world project discussing when a producer was needed, what happened, the big wins and the absolute no-nos we'll never repeat. With lots of interactive tasks, comfort breaks, followed by a short Q&A.
We’ll explore exercises on self-promotion, your strengths and what you're eager to collaborate on next.
Come ready to engage, reflect and connect.
WHAT WILL YOU GET (per workshop):
Enrolment onto a jam-packed 2 hour workshop, led by Executive Producer Roxanne Carney
A comprehensive resource sheet with links, tasks and networks relating to the workshop
An opportunity to expand your network of creatives
Access to the Producer Lab network (previous participants)
Tangible tasks to elevate your project
Signing up to Blown Fuse and Roxanne Carney's mailing list so you don’t miss future opportunities (you can unsubscribe at any time)
PRICING
Single Ticket Prices: £20 (plus booking fees)Bundle Price: £90 (plus booking fees)
Carers and companions can attend for free with a purchase of any ticket. Please email roxannefaithcarney@gmail.com so we can ensure there are enough resources for them.
Bursary Offer
A limited number of free bursary places are available for each workshop. To book one of these places, please email roxannefaithcarney@gmail.com to request one. This is operated on a first come first served basis and will be provided on a no questions asked basis. -
Ready to build your creative dream team? This 2-hour workshop, led by Roxanne Carney, helps emerging theatre-makers, producers, directors and self-producing artists assemble the right team and partnerships to bring a project to life.
Using a real-life case study, we'll explore how roles were filled, gaps spotted, and partners secured; from collaborators to funders. Through interactive exercises, you'll clarify who's already in your corner, who you need at the table and how to pitch your project with confidence.
Come ready to pitch, connect and leave with a plan.
WHAT WILL YOU GET (per workshop):
Enrolment onto a jam-packed 2 hour workshop, led by Executive Producer Roxanne Carney
A comprehensive resource sheet with links, tasks and networks relating to the workshop
An opportunity to expand your network of creatives
Access to the Producer Lab network (previous participants)
Tangible tasks to elevate your project
Signing up to Blown Fuse and Roxanne Carney's mailing list so you don’t miss future opportunities (you can unsubscribe at any time)
PRICING
Single Ticket Prices: £20 (plus booking fees)Bundle Price: £90 (plus booking fees)
Carers and companions can attend for free with a purchase of any ticket. Please email roxannefaithcarney@gmail.com so we can ensure there are enough resources for them.
Bursary Offer
A limited number of free bursary places are available for each workshop. To book one of these places, please email roxannefaithcarney@gmail.com to request one. This is operated on a first come first served basis and will be provided on a no questions asked basis. -
Funding applications got you stuck? This 2 hour workshop, led by Roxanne Carney, demystifies fundraising for early-career producers, self-producing artists and indie companies ready to get their project backed.
Using a real-life case study we'll trace exactly how the project secured its funding; step by step, from first application to final grant. Through hands-on exercises, you'll identify the right funders for your project, sharpen your pitch, and build a fundraising strategy that actually fits your scale.
Come ready to pitch, apply and leave with a plan.
WHAT WILL YOU GET (per workshop):Enrolment onto a jam-packed 2 hour workshop, led by Executive Producer Roxanne Carney
A comprehensive resource sheet with links, tasks and networks relating to the workshop
An opportunity to expand your network of creatives
Access to the Producer Lab network (previous participants)
Tangible tasks to elevate your project
Signing up to Blown Fuse and Roxanne Carney's mailing list so you don’t miss future opportunities (you can unsubscribe at any time)
PRICING
Single Ticket Prices: £20 (plus booking fees)Bundle Price: £90 (plus booking fees)
Carers and companions can attend for free with a purchase of any ticket. Please email roxannefaithcarney@gmail.com so we can ensure there are enough resources for them.
Bursary Offer
A limited number of free bursary places are available for each workshop. To book one of these places, please email roxannefaithcarney@gmail.com to request one. This is operated on a first come first served basis and will be provided on a no questions asked basis. -
Not sure if you've made a profit or a loss? This 2-hour workshop, led by Roxanne Carney, helps emerging artists, producers and freelancers get smart with their numbers by breaking down project costs, spotting hidden expenses and building a realistic budget.
Through real case studies and hands-on exercises, you'll learn to estimate costs, factor in fair pay, and avoid common budgeting pitfalls. You'll map out your own project budget and leave with a clearer plan for making your work financially sustainable.
Come ready to crunch numbers and leave with a budget you trust.
WHAT WILL YOU GET (per workshop):Enrolment onto a jam-packed 2 hour workshop, led by Executive Producer Roxanne Carney
A comprehensive resource sheet with links, tasks and networks relating to the workshop
An opportunity to expand your network of creatives
Access to the Producer Lab network (previous participants)
Tangible tasks to elevate your project
Signing up to Blown Fuse and Roxanne Carney's mailing list so you don’t miss future opportunities (you can unsubscribe at any time)
PRICING
Single Ticket Prices: £20 (plus booking fees)Bundle Price: £90 (plus booking fees)
Carers and companions can attend for free with a purchase of any ticket. Please email roxannefaithcarney@gmail.com so we can ensure there are enough resources for them.
Bursary Offer
A limited number of free bursary places are available for each workshop. To book one of these places, please email roxannefaithcarney@gmail.com to request one. This is operated on a first come first served basis and will be provided on a no questions asked basis. -
Ready to get your work on stage beyond your home base? This 2 hour workshop, led by Roxanne Carney, is jam-packed with the essentials of starting a touring journey, how to research and approach venues, choose your key partners and map out a tour that makes sense for your project.
You'll gain practical insight into negotiating fees, drafting contracts, and communicating with presenters. Perfect for emerging artists, producers, managers and directors ready to start booking their first tour.
NB: This workshop covers getting your foot in the door. This is not a workshop on tour management.
Come ready to plan your route and get on the road.
WHAT WILL YOU GET (per workshop):Enrolment onto a jam-packed 2 hour workshop, led by Executive Producer Roxanne Carney
A comprehensive resource sheet with links, tasks and networks relating to the workshop
An opportunity to expand your network of creatives
Access to the Producer Lab network (previous participants)
Tangible tasks to elevate your project
Signing up to Blown Fuse and Roxanne Carney's mailing list so you don’t miss future opportunities (you can unsubscribe at any time)
PRICING
Single Ticket Prices: £20 (plus booking fees)Bundle Price: £90 (plus booking fees)
Carers and companions can attend for free with a purchase of any ticket. Please email roxannefaithcarney@gmail.com so we can ensure there are enough resources for them.
Bursary Offer
A limited number of free bursary places are available for each workshop. To book one of these places, please email roxannefaithcarney@gmail.com to request one. This is operated on a first come first served basis and will be provided on a no questions asked basis. -
Book all 5 of our Producer Lab workshops and receive £10 off!
ABOUT PRODUCER LAB
Producer Lab is a five-part workshop series designed to demystify the producing process for early-career creatives, self-producing artists, indie companies and emerging producers. Each session is led by Blown Fuse Theatre’s Executive Producer, Roxanne Carney, and rooted in honest, experience-based learning. The series breaks down the producing process into accessible, hands-on workshops that build your skills, confidence and network.
Sessions are interactive and informal, with space for questions, reflection, and peer connection. Topics include team building, stakeholder partnerships, budgeting, touring, and self-promotion.
Come to one workshop or attend the whole series. These sessions are designed to support the creative work you’re already doing and help you build what comes next.
TESTIMONIALS
Schedule & Booking
| Venue Location | Schedule | Booking Link |
|---|---|---|
| Harlow Playhouse
Playhouse Square Harlow Essex CM20 1LS |
Mondays, 7pm - 9pm
7th September 14th September 21st September 5th October 12th October Please note, there will be no workshop on 28th September |
Book Harlow Tickets Here |
| SPILL ThinkTank
Victorian Wing High St Ipswich IP1 3QH (BSL interpreted) |
Tuesdays, 7pm - 9pm
8th September 15th September 22nd September 29th September 6th October |
Book Ipswich Tickets Here |
| Cambridge Junction
Room: Boardroom Clifton Way Cambridge CB1 7GX | Wednesdays, 7pm - 9pm
9th September 16th September 23rd September 30th September 7th October | Book Cambridge Tickets Here |
| Chelmsford Theatre
Room: Coval Lane Studios Fairfield Rd Chelmsford CM1 1JG | Tuesdays, 7pm - 9pm
13th October 20th October 27th October 3rd November 10th November | Book Chelmsford Tickets Here |
PRICING
Single Ticket Prices: £20 (plus booking fees)
Bundle Price: £90 (plus booking fees)
Carers and companions can attend for free with a purchase of any ticket.
Please email roxannefaithcarney@gmail.com so we can ensure there are enough resources for them
Bursary Offer
A limited number of free bursary places are available for each workshop. To book one of these places, please email roxannefaithcarney@gmail.com to request one. This is operated on a first come first served basis and will be provided on a no questions asked basis.
About Your Host
Roxanne is a theatre and live art producer with over ten years' experience and founder of House of Carney. She's produced more than 20 productions and tours working with Split Britches, IN BED WITH MY BROTHER, Scottee & Friends and Teatro Vivo securing over £1.2 million in funding.
As Executive Producer of Blown Fuse Theatre, she led In Her Shoes from R&D to a full Essex tour: fundraising, partnerships, tour booking and access, start to finish. She’s spent six years with Mercury Theatre as mentee, mentor and facilitator and created Producer Lab to pass that knowledge on.
Click here to view her website.
FAQs
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This workshop is ideal for early-career or aspiring producers, indie theatre-makers, self-producing artists, emerging theatre companies, stage managers curious about producing and anyone interested in understanding how creative collaboration happens behind the scenes.
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Nope! It also suits directors, writers, performers, and anyone looking to better understand how to work with (or become) a producer.
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The workshop will last for 2 hours, with scheduled comfort breaks.
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We want to make sure everyone can take part in this event comfortably and confidently. If you have an access requirement related to technology, communication, location or anything else, please email us at blownfusetheatre@gmail.com
NB: The workshops at Ipswich will be BSL Interpreted
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2hr workshop with Exec Producer Roxanne Carney, resource sheet, tangible tasks, networking with creatives + Producer Lab and future opportunities via Blown Fuse mailing list (opt-out anytime).
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Yes! A limited number of free bursary places are available for each workshop. To book one of these places, please email roxannefaithcarney@gmail.com to request one. This is operated on a first come first served basis and will be provided on a no questions asked basis.
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Yes! Carers and companions can attend for free with a purchase of any ticket. Please email roxannefaithcarney@gmail.com to notify Roxanne so we can make sure there are enough resources.