Phoebe Waller-Bridge donates London flat for early-career writers via Writers Block scheme
Fleabag creator Phoebe Waller-Bridge has donated a rent-free flat in London to support early-career playwrights from underprivileged backgrounds through her new initiative, Writers' Block.
Waller-Bridge provides housing and funds
The actress purchased the property specifically for this purpose and will cover the rent while residents pay their own bills. She also made a generous financial contribution to support the pilot scheme alongside other backers.
Jack Thorne joins financial supporters
Adolescence co-creator Jack Thorne is providing additional financial backing for the project. He explained that many writers cannot write if they are struggling to afford a roof over their heads.
Industry figures back the initiative
Other supporters include James Graham, Sally Wainwright, Peter Morgan, and Martin McDonagh. The group aims to address class barriers in theatre by helping writers from every background tell stories about the world.
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BBC News
Fleabag star offers rent-free flat to new writers
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The Guardian
Fleabag creator donates flat to help early-career writers live in London
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