Script-in-Hand (SIH) is associated with Actors Anonymous Inc (AA) and was was created by Gerry Greenland and Stephen Carnell. Each month a group of playwrights, actors, directors, other theatre professionals and theatre lovers meet in an informal and collaborative atmosphere to hear readings of new work.

Where: The historic El Rocco Bar and Restaurant (formerly BarMe), 154 Brougham Street, Kings Cross. El Rocco is a few minutes walk from Kings Cross railway station. Turn down William Street and take first right into Brougham Street. El Rocco is opposite O’Malley’s Pub.

When: The fourth Monday each month (except April 2011) 7-9pm. Sign up for the AA newsletter or on SIH Facebook group to receive details of the next programme and casting requirements for the meeting.

Admission: $10 includes a glass of beer, wine or soft drink. Applies to everyone – writers, directors, actors and audience. It pays for the venue.

How to Join: Membership of Script-in-Hand is free. Register at www.actorsanonymous.com.au and just turn up at meetings.