Without a Paddle is a multi award-winning theatre company and network.  We create raw and invigorating theatre, telling stories imaginatively, with impact and making theatre open for all.  What drives us is exploring what it means to be human. 

As theatre makers we are interested in finding the extraordinary in the ordinary, and discovering what goes on behind closed doors. We like to dabble in the darker side of human nature, but our plays without exception have heart, humour and hope. Seeking to enthuse not educate, and spark ideas not send messages, we are committed to brilliance. This commitment is not just for our audience but for the artists that lend us their skills.  We provide a nurturing and illuminating environment for actors to work and grow with us. Also a theatrical network, we provide free services and support for actors and writers.  We organise buzzing social events and help theatre people make contacts, form friendships and have fun.  We hold inspiring workshops for writers and actors, including the popular monthly WAP Actors Workout.

Awards to date include Best New Writing Award at the Lost Festival for Just For Fun - Totally Random by Anna Jordan, and overall winner at the Off Cut Festival (Old Red Lion) for Closer To God, which also won the Audience Award.

Without a Paddle: Support.  Inspire.  Thrill. 

Peter Gordon in We Will Be Gone, Camden People's Theatre 2009