Commission to create an immersive murder mystery drama piece in celebration of the British Library Living Knowledge Network Exhibition Agatha Christie: A World of Mystery

Nottingham City Libraries and Inspire are members of the British Library Living Knowledge Network (LKN). LKN is a UK-wide partnership of national and public libraries. Together we share ideas and spark connections between libraries, their collections and their people.
Created by the British Library to explore new ways for libraries across the country to work as one, the network currently includes over 20 public libraries, the British Library itself, the National Library of Scotland and the National Library of Wales.
The Living Knowledge Network is the only network of its kind in the UK and is centred on exchanging knowledge and developing memorable experiences for public library users, from simultaneous UK-wide exhibitions to leadership and development.
living-knowledge-network.co.uk

We are establishing a city/county partnership model across neighbouring library services. The commission will reach communities in the following Libraries:
Nottingham Central, Strelley Road, Hyson Green, St Ann’s
Mansfield Central, Kirkby in Ashfield, Sutton in Ashfield, Hucknall.

This opportunity is funded by Arts Council England.

Proposed timeline:

Development – June 2026 – August 2026
Performances – 30/10/2026 – 29/06/2027 There will be 1 performance at 8 library venues across the exhibition tour period. Performance dates are to be negotiated and will not be on consecutive days

Fee:

Immersive drama murder mystery development fee £1000
8 performances £450 per performance,
Total fee £4600
NB. No additional budget for travel and accommodation.