Are you an emerging writer, filmmaker, gamer or storyteller ready to explore the world of interactive storytelling?
Beyond the Script is a new national hybrid program led by Western Sydney’s creative community at Arts & Cultural Exchange (ACE). Across three Game Jam weekends in March 2026, participants will learn narrative game design tools such as Ink, Twine and Bitsy, guided by professional game-makers from Serenade Games.
You’ll prototype your own playable story, collaborate with other emerging creators, and present your work at a public showcase livestreamed from ACE Parramatta.
Selected games created from the Beyond the Script Game Jams and Workshops will be presented in the 2026 experimental games showcase ALT: Ex as part of the Powerhouse’s annual games festival ALT: GAMES.
More details below.
How to apply:
Submit an Expression of Interest by Friday 23 January 2026.
