Since its inception in 1997 as a showcase for 'physical, visual and unusual theatre', Sprint has continued to grow in scope and reputation. It now runs for four weeks in the spring, and boasts an unrivalled mix of work from the UK's brightest emerging companies. Shows usually run for two to three performances as part of a four week Festival. To see this year's programme click here (1MB PDF).

Companies who found early success at Sprint have included Leikin Loppu, Tell Tale Hearts, Unlimited Theatre, Cartoon de Salvo, Metro-Boulot-Dodo, Fevered Sleep, Shunt, Wishbone, The Special Guests, Demonstrate and Unpacked; while workshop leaders have included David Glass, Annabel Arden, Marcello Magni, John Wright, Ken Campbell, Polly Teale, Cal McCrystal and Jonathan Kay.

For details of some past SPRINT shows, please visit our online archive.