The British Academy of Film and Television Arts and Rocliffe launched a nationwide search for the comedy writing stars of the future.A top team of British comedy greats came together to select the best three scripts submitted by over 400 screenwriters all competing for the opportunity to have their work performed and showcased at the New York TV Festival, a pioneer of the ‘independent television’ movement. Jenni Konner, Executive Producer for HBO's Girls, lead a masterclass during which she offered live feedback on participants written work as the scenes were performed by professional actors.