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Intruder - Theatre in the Making44. Scottish Tour 25Send us a textIn this episode Remi Rachuba talks about the Scottish Tour of the piece. He reflects on the whole experience, provides insight into performances and tells anecdotes. Facebook, Instagram, X : @intruderplay
2025-12-121h 09Intruder - Theatre in the Making43. Producing a TourSend us a textIn this episode Remi Rachuba talks about:identifying venues for the toursending emails, tour packsdiscussing financial dealstimelinesfunding for the tour e.g. sponsorsSolo-Performance Festival (Festiwal Monospektakli) in VilniusAdam Mickiewicz Institute fundingFacebook, Instagram, X : @intruderplayContact: rachuba.remi@gmail.com
2025-10-191h 07Intruder - Theatre in the Making42. Screenplay in the Making - Part 3 - Sending itSend us a textIn this episode Remi Rachuba talks about:- call with Netflix- contacting Polish film production companies- meeting Richard Gadd- July 2025 update: contacting UK film production companiesFacebook, Twitter, Instagram: @intruderplayContact: rachuba.remi@gmail.com
2025-07-3039 minIntruder - Theatre in the Making41. Screenplay in the Making - Part 2 - Writing itSend us a textIn this episode Remi Rachuba talks about:- starting to write the screenplay- screenwriting vs playwriting- screenwriting software- arranging a call with NetflixFacebook, Twitter, Instagram: @intruderplayContact: rachuba.remi@gmail.com
2025-01-1737 minIntruder - Theatre in the Making40. Screenplay in the Making - Part 1 - InspirationSend us a textIn this episode Remi Rachuba talks about:- being inspired by filmmakers- coming up with the idea- submission windows e.g. BBC Pilot, Channel 4 Screenwriting Course- researching screenplays- 'A Bear Named Wojtek'Facebook, Twitter, Instagram: @intruderplayContact: rachuba.remi@gmail.com
2024-12-1434 minIntruder - Theatre in the Making39. Onwards!Send us a textIn this episode Remi Rachuba talks about:- the end of 2023- organising the Scottish tour * contacting venues * tour packs * dates/theatres- 'A Bear Named Wojtek' helping out with the tour- performing in Lithuania in NovemberFacebook, Twitter, Instagram: @intruderplayContact: rachuba.remi@gmail.com
2024-10-2450 minIntruder - Theatre in the Making38. Questions and answers!Send us a textIn this episode Remi Rachuba answers the following questions:- Will there be one language version of the play?- Will there be performances of INTRUDER in Kudowa Zdrój?- Are there any planned performances in Poland and Scotland?- What's next with the play?+BONUSFacebook, Twitter, Instagram: @intruderplayContact: rachuba.remi@gmail.com
2023-12-1039 minIntruder - Theatre in the Making37. Pytania i odpowiedzi!Send us a textTen odcinek podcastu jest w języku polskim .W tym odcinku Remi Rachuba odpowiada na pytania:- Czy będzie jednojęzyczna wersja monodramu?- Kiedy INTRUZ będzie pokazany w Kudowie Zdrój?- Czy zaplanowane są pokazy w Polsce i Szkocji?- Co dalej ze sztuką?+ BONUSFacebook, Twitter, Instagram: @intruderplayContact: rachuba.remi@gmail.com
2023-12-0541 minIntruder - Theatre in the Making36. Upon ReflectionSend us a textIn this episode Remi Rachuba talks about:- performing in Bedford at the Place Theatre, e.g. the community, that raucous audience- rescheduled performance at Camden People's Theatre., e.g. buddy show- journey of the play so far- 2 things he never saw coming- what's next for the playFacebook, Twitter, Instagram: @intruderplayContact: remi@remirachuba.com
2023-05-0828 minIntruder - Theatre in the Making35. VAULT Festival 23Send us a textIn this episode Remi Rachuba talks about:- VAULT Festival 2023- VAULT Festival Pick of Summerhall Award- Programme/printing errors- Technical rehearsal/performances- Evening Standard recommendationFacebook, Twitter, Instagram: @intruderplayContact: remi@remirachuba.com
2023-03-2233 minIntruder - Theatre in the Making34. Post-FringeSend us a textIn this episode Remi Rachuba talks about:- Fringe 22 - reflections- contacting venues after the festival- performances at* POSK *Teatr Druga Strefa*Theatre503 - plans for 2023Facebook, Twitter, Instagram: @intruderplayContact: remi@remirachuba.com
2022-12-1538 minIntruder - Theatre in the Making33. Fringe 22: tips, advice, the run ... the whole shebang (Part 2)Send us a textIn this episode Remi Rachuba talks about:- Fringe 22*approaching press & press releases*promoting your show on social media*doing an extended run*contacting the industryFacebook, Twitter, Instagram: @intruderplayContact: remi@remirachuba.com
2022-12-0257 minIntruder - Theatre in the Making32. Fringe 22: tips, advice, the run ... the whole shebang (Part 1)Send us a textIn this episode Remi Rachuba talks about:- Fringe 22*accommodation*technical run/staff*flyers/leaflets/programmes*FOH/box-office staff- update on what's happening with INTRUDER/INTRUZFacebook, Twitter, Instagram: @intruderplayContact: remi@remirachuba.com
2022-11-1334 minIntruder - Theatre in the Making32. Fringe 22: tips, advice, the run ... the whole shebang (Part1)In this episode Remi Rachuba talks about:- Fringe 22*accommodation*technical run/staff*flyers/leaflets/programmes*FOH/box-office staff- update on what's happening with INTRUDER/INTRUZFacebook, Twitter, Instagram: @intruderplayContact: remi@remirachuba.com
2022-11-1234 minIntruder - Theatre in the Making31. The Rehearsal Process, The Creative ProcessSend us a textIn this episode Remi Rachuba talks about:- the rehearsals: week 1, 2, 3- some of Remi's favourite scenes- transferring a show to the Fringe- update on what's happening with INTRUDER/INTRUZFacebook, Twitter, Instagram: @intruderplayContact: remi@remirachuba.com
2022-10-2634 minIntruder - Theatre in the Making30. Preparing for RehearsalsSend us a textIn this episode Remi Rachuba talks about:- final preparations before rehearsals- rundown of the Fringe run/rehearsal period- hiring a BSL interpreter- memorising Polish and English versions of the play- venues for rehearsals- Intruder/Intruz in London & Warsaw in November 22Facebook, Twitter, Instagram: @intruderplayContact: remi@remirachuba.com
2022-10-0832 minIntruder - Theatre in the Making29. Intruder at Summerhall at Edinburgh Fringe 22Send us a textIn this episode Remi Rachuba talks about:- what's been happening with the play since October 2021- Edinburgh Festival Fringe- 2 venues: Traverse Theatre and Summerhall- Summerhall zoom- March-June 2022- creating subtitles for youtube/social media trailers- schedule of performances at Fringe 22Facebook, Twitter, Instagram: @intruderplayContact: remi@remirachuba.com
2022-06-1437 minIntruder - Theatre in the Making28. Covid DisruptionSend us a textIn this episode Remi Rachuba talks about:- starting rehearsals - INTRUDER cancelled due to C-19- creative pandemic- life of INTRUDER during Covid- podcastingwww.patreon.com/remirachubaFacebook, Twitter, Instagram: @intruderplayContact: remi@remirachuba.com
2021-11-1123 minIntruder - Theatre in the Making27. In conversation with Basia Bińkowska (set designer)Send us a textIn this episode Remi Rachuba talks to Basia Bińkowska, set designer of INTRUDER, about:- Basia's early interests in designing - working in Poland and the United Kingdom- differences between working before/during the pandemic- tips for aspiring set designerswwww.basiabinkowska.com - TW, IG @basiabinkowskaFacebook, Twitter, Instagram: @intruderplayContact: remi@remirachuba.com
2021-10-2549 minIntruder - Theatre in the Making26. Crowdfunding: Close Up (Part 2) [BONUS]Send us a textIn this episode Remi Rachuba talks about his crowdfunding campaign for INTRUDER and focuses on the preparation and the actual campaign.In the preparation part he discusses:- communicating with backers- preparing the website/videos- selecting perks- the week before the campaign- going liveIn the actual campaign part he discusses:- Day 1- social media posts- behaviour of donors including bilingual speakers- lull periods- donation strategiesCrowdfunding...
2021-10-1158 minIntruder - Theatre in the Making25. Crowdfunding: Close Up (Part 1) [BONUS]Send us a textIn this episode Remi Rachuba talks about his crowdfunding campaign for INTRUDER and shares some practical insights into the following:- Why a crowdfunder?- Which platform?- How much to ask for?- When to do it?- How long should it last?Crowdfunding website - https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/intruder-intruz#/Facebook, Twitter, Instagram: @intruderplayContact: remi@remirachuba.com
2021-09-2124 minIntruder - Theatre in the Making24. A Swift ResubmissionSend us a textIn this episode Remi Rachuba talks about:- Arts Council England application coming back unsuccessful- useful tips while resubmitting- crowdfunding- Ed Littlewood joining the team as a co-producer- different ways of approaching businesses with sponsorship deals- GETTING THE FUNDING!!!!www.patreon.com/remirachubaFacebook, Twitter, Instagram: @intruderplayContact: remi@remirachuba.com
2021-09-1632 minIntruder - Theatre in the Making23. In conversation with Charles Webber (sound designer)Send us a textIn this episode Remi Rachuba talks to Charles Webber, sound designer of INTRUDER, about:- Charles's interest in the theatre and music- how Remi and Charles were introduced- Charles's creative process and influences behind his music- tips for people who want to compose musicThe episode features 4 tracks from the soundtrack of INTRUDER.www.patreon.com/remirachubaFacebook, Twitter, Instagram: @intruderplayContact: remi@remirachuba.com
2021-08-1241 minIntruder - Theatre in the Making22. Protecting your WorkSend us a textIn this episode Remi Rachuba talks about:- episodes #20 & #21 available on subscription on Apple Podcasts - working on the funding application over the summer holidays- meeting with a relationship manager - meeting with a big producer- a big realisation- other creatives joining the team- an uncomfortable conversationwww.patreon.com/remirachubaFacebook, Twitter, Instagram: @intruderplayContact: remi@remirachuba.com
2021-07-2929 minIntruder - Theatre in the Making21. Filling in an Arts Council England Funding Application (Part 2) [BONUS]Send us a textIn this episode Remi Rachuba breaks down the rest of the Arts Council England funding application criteria:- Public engagement e.g. reaching audiences, marketing activities, collaborations, beneficiaries, - Finance e.g. income, ticket sales, contingency, fair pay- Management e.g. partners, location, project plan, evaluationFacebook, Twitter, Instagram: @intruderplayContact: remi@remirachuba.com
2021-07-0933 minIntruder - Theatre in the Making20. Filling in an Arts Council England Funding Application (Part 1) [BONUS]Send us a textIn this episode Remi Rachuba talks about:- a helping hand aka a helpful email- making an appointment with a relationship manager- getting started on an ACE funding application:*strategy*guidelines*useful tips before starting- Quality criteria *confirmed vs expected*attachment vs website link*income and expenditure budgetFacebook, Twitter, Instagram: @intruderplayContact: remi@remirachuba.com
2021-07-0838 minIntruder - Theatre in the Making19. In conversation with the co-producerSend us a textIn this episode Remi Rachuba talks to the co-producer of INTRUDER, about:- working together- restorative justice system- Ed's background in theatre - producing theatre in Scotland and England- tips for aspiring producers- writer/performers writing funding applicationswww.patreon.com/remirachubaFacebook, Twitter, Instagram: @intruderplayContact: remi@remirachuba.com
2021-06-1749 minIntruder - Theatre in the Making18. Becoming a ProducerSend us a textIn this episode Remi Rachuba talks about: - asking for help- producing your own work- ACE (Arts Council England) funding application:* time periods* writing/redrafting/submitting/resubmitting the application* project start date* where to start with the application www.patreon.com/remirachubaFacebook, Twitter, Instagram: @intruderplayContact: remi@remirachuba.com
2021-06-0332 minIntruder - Theatre in the Making17. From Dreams to Reality: Looking for a ProducerSend us a textIn this episode Remi Rachuba talks about:- title change- potential producer leaving the project- audition at the Globe- hunting for a producer- producer's lingo- learning to accept the circumstances- being conflicted about funding- feeling helplesswww.patreon.com/remirachubaFacebook, Twitter, Instagram: @intruderplayContact: remi@remirachuba.com
2021-05-1331 minIntruder - Theatre in the Making16. Four and a Half Rehearsed ReadingsSend us a textIn this episode Remi Rachuba talks about:- definition of a rehearsed reading- 2 kinds of rehearsed readings- sharing at the Dragon Cafe- rehearsed readings at the King's Head Theatre, Hope Theatre, North Edinburgh Arts: *importance of venue location*testing/contacting venues*inviting industry professionals*promoting readings on social media*finding funding for readings*feedback forms*photographers/videographers*enjoying yourself- becoming the patron of the podcast - www.patreon.com/remirachubaFacebook, Twitter, Instagram: @in...
2021-04-2645 minIntruder - Theatre in the Making15. Community Management ?Send us a textIn this episode Remi Rachuba talks about:- moving on & making up the time- being at the right place at the right time- The Dragon Cafe- planning a 15-min sharing - managing an online community- creating content/posts- Facebook, Twitter, Instagram: @intruderplay- insight into social mediawww.patreon.com/remirachubaFacebook, Twitter, Instagram: @intruderplayContact: remi@remirachuba.com
2021-04-2225 minIntruder - Theatre in the Making14. In conversation with Marcus Montgomery Roche (director)Send us a textIn this episode Remi Rachuba talks to Marcus Montgomery Roche, director of INTRUDER and assistant director at Cheek by Jowl about:- his childhood- training- Cheek by Jowl- tips for aspiring directors- rehearsing INTRUDERwww.patreon.com/remirachubaFacebook, Twitter, Instagram: @intruderplayContact: remi@remirachuba.com
2021-04-0649 minIntruder - Theatre in the Making13. Back To Square 1Send us a textIn this episode Remi Rachuba talks about:- podcast taking a different turn- background on 2018- HighTide - interviewing & pitching for HighTide- 'what was I thinking?'- always being prepared - saying good-bye to Amanda Gaughan- starting from scratch- Marcus Montgomery Rochewww.patreon.com/remirachuba Facebook, Twitter, Instagram: @intruderplayContact: remi@remirachuba.com
2021-03-2531 minIntruder - Theatre in the Making12. BBC Writersroom ShortlistSend us a textIn this episode Remi Rachuba talks about:- 'Intruder' getting to the shortlist of the BBC Writersroom Drama- being done with writing the piece- being grateful- 'Lucia di Lammermoor's revival- working with artists you admire- the Polish version- Amanda Gaughan- the podcast taking a new turn- looking forward to 2018www.patreon.com/remirachuba Facebook, Twitter, Instagram: @intruderplayContact: remi@remirachuba.com
2021-03-1131 minIntruder - Theatre in the Making11. Feedback ManagementSend us a textIn this episode Remi Rachuba talks about:- PATREON *https://www.patreon.com/remirachuba *www.remirachuba.com * www.intruderplay.com- feedback: *confusing *solicited *unsolicited - Linda McLean's feedback- saying good-bye to Peter Arnott- BBC Writersroom DramaFacebook, Twitter, Instagram: @intruderplayContact: remi@remirachuba.com
2021-02-2531 minIntruder - Theatre in the Making10. Nocturnal AnimalsSend us a textIn this episode Remi Rachuba talks about:- overwriting the play- being interested in other artists- Tom Ford's film- final structure of the solo-play - intuition- saying good-bye to George Aza-Selinger- Linda McLeanwww.patreon.com/remirachuba Facebook, Twitter, Instagram: @intruderplayContact: remi@remirachuba.com
2021-02-1125 minIntruder - Theatre in the Making9. That EndingSend us a textIn this episode Remi Rachuba talks about:- 2 deadlines- the universe chipping in- restorative justice system & SACRO- being patient- working with a Polish director- a miracle- Katie Mitchell's 'Lucia di Lammermoor'- 'Is it really 2 monologues?' www.patreon.com/remirachuba Facebook, Twitter, Instagram: @intruderplayContact: remi@remirachuba.com
2021-01-2826 minIntruder - Theatre in the Making8. Redrafting ProcessSend us a textIn this episode Remi Rachuba talks about:- replies from theatres- Oran Mor feedback- Lane's List (www.johndavidlane.com)- break from writing- workshop with Sam Holcroft- redraftingwww.patreon.com/remirachuba Facebook, Twitter, Instagram: @intruderplayContact: remi@remirachuba.com
2021-01-1420 minIntruder - Theatre in the Making7. The ShortlistSend us a textIn this episode Remi Rachuba talks about:- being shortlisted for the Adrian Pagan Playwrighting Award- preparing for the rehearsed reading- that poster by Cindy Derby ( www.cindyderby.com)- literary managers- feedback after the reading- being confused- sending the piece to other writing competitionswww.patreon.com/remirachuba Facebook, Twitter, Instagram: @intruderplayContact: remi@remirachuba.com
2020-12-1024 minIntruder - Theatre in the Making6. London HappenedSend us a textIn this episode Remi Rachuba talks about:- moving to London from Glasgow- 6-month break from writing- importance of deadlines- Adrian Pagan Playwriting Competition- 10-day meditation retreat- that email- looking forward to 2014www.patreon.com/remirachuba Facebook, Twitter, Instagram: @intruderplayContact: remi@remirachuba.comwww.intruderplay.com
2020-11-2619 minIntruder - Theatre in the Making5. BreakthroughSend us a textIn this episode Remi Rachuba talks about:- current update on INTRUDER + new project- meeting at the National Theatre of Scotland (back in 2012)- going back to square 1- reflection time at the Holland Festival- Amanda Gaughan- fate or chance at the Edinburgh Fringe - always helpful Peter Arnott- getting THAT funding- 1st development of the piece- symbolic Scottish farewellwww.patreon.com/remirachuba Facebook, Twitter, Instagram: @intruderplayContact: remi@remirachuba.com
2020-11-1227 minIntruder - Theatre in the Making4. Funds & FoundationsSend us a textIn this episode Remi Rachuba talks about:- Arts Trust Scotland - having a template letter- producing my own work- copy and paste?- approaching theatres and organizations- meeting the Creative Director of the Playwrights' Studio in Glasgow- surprise email from the Royal Court Theatre in London- Where there is a will, there is a way.- staying motivated despite rejectionwww.patreon.com/remirachuba Facebook, Twitter, Instagram: @intruderplayContact: remi@remirachuba.com
2020-10-2924 minIntruder - Theatre in the Making3. Useful ContactsSend us a textIn this episode Remi Rachuba talks about:- 1st title of the piece- other key collaborators- helping creatives at the Playwrights' Studio Scotland and the National Theatre of Scotland- info@, contact@- friendships made at Berlinale Talents at the Berlin International Film Festival- looking forward to busy timeswww.patreon.com/remirachuba Facebook, Twitter, Instagram: @intruderplayContact: remi@remirachuba.comwww.intruderplay.com
2020-10-1516 minIntruder - Theatre in the Making2. Influential FilmmakersSend us a textIn this episode Remi Rachuba talks about:- dream project by dreamthinkspeak- staying motivated- playwrighting course at the Traverse Theatre in Edinburgh- pre-R&D at the Arches in Glasgow- Paul Thomas Anderson and Christopher Nolan- 'The most personal is the most creative' by Martin Scorsesewww.patreon.com/remirachuba Facebook, Twitter, Instagram: @intruderplayContact: remi@remirachuba.comwww.intruderplay.com
2020-10-0819 minIntruder - Theatre in the Making1. The ConnectionSend us a textIn this episode Remi Rachuba talks about:- THAT traumatic incident in Edinburgh- graduating from the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland- helping friends- benefits of participating in the BBC Actors Centre Talent Boost scheme- joining Equity- 1st professional acting job with dreamthinkspeak- 1st person who saw potential in the storywww.patreon.com/remirachuba Facebook, Twitter, Instagram: @intruderplayContact: remi@remirachuba.comwww.intruderplay.com
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