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Scottish Society of Playwrights and National Theatre of Scotland Commissioning Contract

Developed alongside the National Theatre of Scotland (NTS), this contract applies exclusively to plays commissioned by NTS

SSP/NTS Contract Commission Rates from 1 April 2026

NTS Play Commission Over 60 mins

£13,832

NTS Play Commission Under 60 mins

£8,300

NTS Play Treatment (Advance on Commission)

£1,000

NTS Musical Commission

£27,666

NTS Development/Attendance Day Rate (Up to 3 Consecutive Days)

£207.15

NTS Development/Attendance Week Rate (4-6 Consecutive Days)

£732.82

Previous Rates

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SSP/NTS Standard Play Contract

Developed alongside the National Theatre of Scotland, this contract applies exclusively to plays commissioned by NTS.

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SSP/NTS Standard Play Contract FAQs

Find answers to the most Frequently Asked Questions regarding the SSP/NTS Standard Play Contract.

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SSP/NTS Musical Commission Model

Learn about the musical theatre commission model developed by NTS with input from the SSP.

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