2026 Drama Commissioning Round

Send us your ideas before midnight on Friday 13th November 2026.

Please email all your materials to commissioning@lumotv.co.uk.

Submit Your Idea Here

We’re delighted to launch our 2026 Drama Commissioning Round and are looking for your best and brightest ideas!

Watch the introduction from Phil, our Drama Commissioner, in this video, and download the commissioning brief.  If you have any questions or would like to discuss the brief further, please contact Phil at philip.dodds@lumotv.co.uk.  We look forward to hearing from you!

How to submit your idea:

  • Download the brief.
  • Download the deck.
  • Contact Phil if you have any questions.
  • Submit your idea via the online form.
  • Email all supporting materials to commissioning@lumotv.co.uk.
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