Keith Badham | Original Plays That Challenge and Inspire
Award-winning playwright with 40+ original works spanning social dramas, musicals, pantomimes, and surreal theatre. 15 published plays performed worldwide.
Our mission
Theatre that transforms, stories that resonate, characters that stay with you long after the curtain falls.
Services
Published Works & Licensing
From hard-hitting social commentary to joyful pantomimes, my plays offer rich characters, compelling narratives, and flexible casting options. Available for professional, amateur, and youth theatre productions worldwide.
Performance Licensing
Secure performance rights for published works with flexible terms for professional companies, amateur groups, and educational institutions.
Commissioned Works
Bespoke plays crafted for your company, theme, or audience. From concept to premiere in approximately six months.
Script Development
Collaborative workshops and script refinement to bring new works to life with your cast and creative team.
Benefits
Why Produce My Plays
Decades of theatrical experience inform every line. My plays have premiered with youth companies and toured professional stages, proving their versatility and audience appeal.
Diverse Repertoire
40+ original works across genres—social dramas that provoke thought, pantomimes that delight families, musicals that move audiences, and surreal pieces that challenge convention.
Proven Track Record
15 published plays performed internationally. Works developed through Rose Bruford training and refined through countless productions with youth and adult companies.
Flexible & Adaptable
Scripts designed with practical staging in mind. Suitable for various age groups, cast sizes, and production budgets without compromising artistic integrity.
About Us
About Keith Badham
Trained at Rose Bruford College, I've spent nearly two decades writing plays that matter. As founder of Up-Stage Theatre Arts and a prolific playwright, I've seen firsthand how powerful stories transform performers and audiences alike. My work ranges from adaptations of classics like Dickens' Barnaby Rudge to original pieces exploring mental health, social justice, and the human condition. Whether writing for young performers discovering their voice or seasoned actors seeking meaty roles, I craft stories with heart, depth, and theatrical flair. Every play is an invitation to explore what it means to be human. Visit Up-Stage Theatre Arts at www.up-stagearts.com to see my work with young performers in action.
Contact Us
Interested in licensing a play, commissioning new work, or discussing a collaboration? I'd love to hear from you. Whether you're a professional company, amateur group, or educational institution, let's bring powerful theatre to your stage.
FAQ
Here are answers to the most common questions about my plays, licensing, and commissioning process.
Contact me directly at keith@badham.me.uk with details about your production—company name, proposed dates, venue, and which play interests you. I'll provide licensing terms, script access, and any performance materials you need. Rates vary based on production type and venue size.
My repertoire spans hard-hitting social dramas, family-friendly pantomimes, original musicals, and surreal absurdist theatre. I've written approximately 40 original plays, with 15 published and performed internationally. Whether you need something thought-provoking or joyfully entertaining, there's likely a script that fits.
Absolutely. Commissioned works typically take around six months from initial concept to performance-ready script. I work collaboratively, often developing scenes through workshops with your cast. Contact me to discuss your vision, timeline, and budget.
Many of my plays were developed with and for young performers, including work with Up-Stage Theatre Arts. I can recommend age-appropriate pieces or adapt existing works to suit your group's abilities and emotional maturity. Scripts are flexible for various skill levels.