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. 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.
Workshops are £20 each, or you can book a bundle of all 5 for £90 (a £10 saving!)
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Testimonials
About the Workshops
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The age old question, What is A Producer? What do they do? Are they important? Can I develop a project without them? Blah blah blah.If you're an emerging artist (performer, photographer, installation etc) and you're curious about what this role is / sick of doing everything yourself, then this workshop is for you!
Hosted by our Exec Producer: Roxanne Carney
WHAT TO EXPECT:
Theatre company Blown Fuse and Producer Roxanne Carney will share their experiences that have shaped their careers, how they eventually met and made incredible art that reflects real social change.
Then, we’ll explore a real-world collaboration case study with their unforgettable project, “In Her Shoes”. You'll get insights you can apply directly to your own projects finding out when and why a producer was needed for the company, what happened, what happened as a result of collaborating, the big wins and what are the absolute no no’s that they’ll never revisit again. The workshop will be followed by a short Q&A.
Now, it’s time to turn the spotlight onto you. We’ll lead exercises to help you understand self-promotion. Who you are, what are your strengths and weaknesses, what you’re eager to learn, collaborate on - you never know, there might be someone in the room who matches your skillset…
Come ready to engage, reflect, and connect!
WHAT WILL YOU GET:
-Enrolment onto a jam-packed 2 hour workshop, led by Executive Producer Roxanne Carney
-Video recording of the workshop for up to 30 days after the session
-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
-Tangible tasks to elevate your project
-Signing up to Blown Fuse’s mailing list so you don’t miss future opportunities (you can unsubscribe at any time)
BOOK HERE!
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So you have a brilliant idea and maybe some people backing your project. How do you transition from being the only one, to many people? Who will help elevate your project and safely take it to the next level?
Our 2 hour workshop will cover topics such as finding the right people and deciding on the roles in the project. We'll look at a case study together and work in small groups/pairs to get to grips with the stumbling blocks you're experiencing.
Hosted by our Executive Producer: Roxanne Carney
WHAT TO EXPECT:
Ready to build your creative dream team? This workshop designed for emerging theatre-makers, indie producers, directors and self-producing artists. We’ll unpack the real-life case study of “In Her Shoes” - exploring how we identified roles, filled gaps, elevated ambitions, sourced talent, set fair fees and raised funds to make it all happen.
Through interactive exercises, you’ll reflect on what roles truly matter for your projects, what’s realistic at your scale, and how to pitch your work with clarity and confidence. We’ll challenge you to dream big while staying grounded, helping you leave with a clearer sense of the essential collaborators who will help bring your artistic vision to life.
The workshop will finish with a Q&A.
Please note there will be an element of discussing money in relation to the scale of your project. This is not a fundraising workshop.
WHAT WILL YOU GET:
-Enrolment onto a jam-packed 2 hour workshop, led by Executive Producer Roxanne Carney
-Video recording of the workshop for up to 30 days after the session
-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
-Tangible tasks to elevate your project
-Signing up to Blown Fuse’s mailing list so you don’t miss future opportunities (you can unsubscribe at any time)
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You have an idea but you're unsure who can help deliver, outside of your creative team? How do we assess if this organisation / stakeholder / funding body is the right one for us? We'll cover these topics and more in our 2 hour workshop.
Hosted by our Executive Producer: Roxanne Carney
WHAT TO EXPECT:
This workshop is for theatre-makers, producers, and creative entrepreneurs eager to elevate their projects through smart collaborations, sharpen their stakeholder strategies and build meaningful, effective partnerships.
Using the real-life case study of In Her Shoes, we’ll unpack how the team identified plans, mapped existing resources, spotted gaps, and secured diverse partners from funders to touring collaborators to participants. You’ll learn how they approached negotiations, made strategic decisions, and ultimately delivered on their ambitions.
Through interactive exercises, we'll explore alternative partnership opportunities, reflect on your own project’s current hurdles, and clarify who’s already in your corner and who you want at the table. Share brief project statements, exchange feedback, and discover unexpected connections right in the room.
WHAT WILL YOU GET:
-Enrolment onto a jam-packed 2 hour workshop, led by Executive Producer Roxanne Carney
-Video recording of the workshop for up to 30 days after the session
-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
-Tangible tasks to elevate your project
-Signing up to Blown Fuse’s mailing list so you don’t miss future opportunities (you can unsubscribe at any time)
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Are you at the stage of applying for funding? Have you worked solo for a while, perhaps created projects for free or been putting your own money in or just waiting to see the returns from ticket sales? Not sure if you've made a profit or loss? This workshop is ideal for emerging artists/producers and/or mid careers who want to pick up on some useful tips. It might also be useful for freelancers to help understand producers and why they make the decisions they make!
Hosted by our Executive Producer: Roxanne Carney
WHAT TO EXPECT:
This 2-hour workshop is here to help you get smart with your numbers. We've designed it to give you the tools and confidence to break down project costs, identify hidden expenses, and understand what a realistic budget looks like.
You’ll explore real case studies, learn practical tips on how to estimate costs, factor in fair pay, and avoid common budgeting pitfalls. Through hands-on exercises, you’ll map out your own project budgets and leave with a clearer plan of what you need to make your work financially sustainable. Perfect for emerging creatives, indie producers and freelancers eager to sharpen their financial skills and set their projects up for success.WHAT WILL YOU GET:
-Enrolment onto a jam-packed 2 hour workshop, led by Executive Producer Roxanne Carney
-Video recording of the workshop for up to 30 days after the session
-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
-Tangible tasks to elevate your project
-Signing up to Blown Fuse’s mailing list so you don’t miss future opportunities (you can unsubscribe at any time)You’ll explore real case studies, learn practical tips on how to estimate costs, factor in fair pay, and avoid common budgeting pitfalls. Through hands-on exercises, you’ll map out your own project budgets and leave with a clearer plan of what you need to make your work financially sustainable. Perfect for emerging creatives, indie producers and freelancers eager to sharpen their financial skills and set their projects up for success.
WHO IS IT FOR?:
Emerging artists, self-producing creatives, early- to mid-career producers, freelancers curious about funding models, and anyone transitioning from passion projects to funded work.
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Ready to get your work on stage beyond your home base? Join our 2-Hour Producing Workshop that's jam-packed of juicy details on how to get your show on the road (literally!)
Hosted by our Exec Producer: Roxanne Carney
WHAT TO EXPECT:We've designed this workshop to help you learn the essentials of starting a touring journey and demystify the process. We’ll cover how to research and approach venues, decide who your key partners should be, and map out a tour that makes sense for your project.You’ll also gain practical insights into negotiating fees, drafting contracts, and communicating effectively with presenters. Perfect for emerging artists, producers, managers, and directors, this session gives you the foundational tools to confidently start booking and planning your first tour.
Please note, this workshop is solely focusing on how to get your foot in the door and begin your tour planning. Sadly, there is not enough time to cover tour management and ongoing conversations with partners - this workshop is in the making!
WHAT WILL YOU GET:
-Enrolment onto a jam-packed 2 hour workshop, led by Executive Producer Roxanne Carney
-Video recording of the workshop for up to 30 days after the session
-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
-Tangible tasks to elevate your project
-Signing up to Blown Fuse’s mailing list so you don’t miss future opportunities (you can unsubscribe at any time)
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Book all 5 of our Producer Lab workshops and receive £10 off!
All workshops are 2 hours long, and take place from 6-8pm on the following dates:
Tuesday 14th October: Behind the Curtain: The Art of Producing and Collaboration
Tuesday 21st October: Find, Fund, Fly: The Art of Teaming Up
Tuesday 28th October: Who’s Who: Selecting Stakeholders and Picking Partnerships
Tuesday 4th November: Budgeting Basics: Building Strong Budgets for Creative Projects
Tuesday 11th November: Your First Tour: How to Pitch, Plan & Partner
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.
WHAT WILL YOU GET:
-Enrolment onto all 5 workshops, led by Executive Producer Roxanne Carney
-Video recording of all 5 workshops for up to 30 days after each session
-A comprehensive resource sheet with links, tasks and networks relating to the workshops
-An opportunity to expand your network of creatives
-Access to the Producer Lab network
-Tangible tasks to elevate your project
-Signing up to Blown Fuse’s mailing list so you don’t miss future opportunities (you can unsubscribe at any time)
About Your Host
Roxanne is an events and theatre producer born and bred in Essex. She makes work that creates discussions around social injustices. Roxanne likes making work around ‘the Essex stereotype’, feminism and our environment.
Her professional narrative is filled with supporting and nurturing queer and disabled artists whose stories are captivating and urgent. She is drawn to supporting and making art that reflects on history and inspires change.
As a producer, Roxanne champions work that is political & autobiographical - this can take on many forms as well. She really enjoys nurturing artists and making collaborations happen. She creates accessible and safe spaces for participants, audiences and artists.
Roxanne is Exec Producer of Blown Fuse Theatre, but works with other artists and companies.
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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This is an online event. You will receive a link no later than 24 hours before the event. If you have not received the link, please email roxannefaithcarney@gmail.com
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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, or anything else, please email us at blownfusetheatre@gmail.com.
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Yes! Each person will have access to a recording of the session after the event. Perfect for those who want to revisit parts or can't make the session. The recordings will be available for 30 days and will be captioned.
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2hr workshop with Exec Producer Roxanne Carney, recording (available for 30 days), resource sheet, tangible tasks, networking with creatives + Producer Lab and future opportunities via Blown Fuse mailing list (opt-out anytime).