Artist Event: Fringe to Screen 2: Screen Potential

Artist Event: Fringe to Screen 2: Screen Potential

Edinburgh Festival Fringe SocietyProfessional company

90 minutesEvent Space
In this candid conversation with TV and film development executives, we’ll break down what goes into making you and your work stand out. Whether you’re a playwright, comedian, or writer-performer, this session will explore the art and the alchemy of the development process. We’ll interrogate what decision-makers are really looking for when they come to the Fringe, and what makes them see screen potential in live work. Learn how to present your ideas and walk away with practical first steps to begin developing your Fringe show for a TV or film project.

About the show

The Edinburgh Festival Fringe Society hosts this free talk at the Event Space, bringing together TV and film development executives for a candid conversation about what makes live work translate to the screen. The session is aimed at playwrights, comedians and writer-performers, exploring the development process and what decision-makers look for when they visit the Fringe. Attendees leave with practical first steps for developing their Fringe show into a TV or film project. The event runs for 90 minutes and is open to anyone aged 16 and over.

Why see this show?

A rare chance to hear directly from TV and film development executives about what they are actually looking for at the Fringe. Free to attend and practically focused — it ends with steps you can act on.

Event Details

Tuesday 12 August 2025

All performances at 10:30

90 minutes

Event Space

Grassmarket Community Project, 86 Candlemaker Row

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6 performers

Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025

Ticket Price

Free

Additional Information

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to attend?

The event is free.

How long does it run?

The session runs for 90 minutes.

Where does it take place?

The event is held at the Event Space as part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

Who is this event for?

It is aimed at playwrights, comedians and writer-performers interested in developing their work for TV or film.

What is the age guidance?

The event is open to audiences aged 16 and over.

About This Performance

Artist Event: Fringe to Screen 2: Screen Potential is a events performance at Event Space during Edinburgh Festival 2025. Running for 90 minutes, this show is part of the world's largest arts festival, bringing together performers and audiences from across the globe.

Experience the magic of live performance at Edinburgh Festival. Each show offers something unique and memorable.

Venue: Event Space

Event Space is one of Edinburgh's Festival venues, hosting a variety of performances throughout August. Located in the heart of the city, the venue is accessible by public transport and within walking distance of other Festival locations.

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Booking Information

Ticket Prices: From £null

Age Guidance: 16+

Content Warnings: None

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Part of Edinburgh Festival 2025

Edinburgh Festival transforms Scotland's capital into the world's leading cultural destination every August. With thousands of performances across hundreds of venues, the festival offers unparalleled choice for culture lovers.Artist Event: Fringe to Screen 2: Screen Potential represents the creative spirit that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.

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