We are thrilled to invite you to apply for our inaugural Midsummer Short Play Festival. We are seeking new and original plays and musicals (not to exceed 20 minutes) and monologues (not to exceed 5 minutes). This opportunity is nonunion only. Please read all of our policies below before applying.
WHAT: A festival of short original plays (up to 20 minutes) and monologues (up to 5 minutes). Musicals are welcome!
WHERE: Performances will be at the Episcopal Actors' Guild Hall at 1 East 29th Street, NYC.
WHEN: Performances will be Sundays, July 20, July 27, Aug 3, and Aug 10 at 1pm and 4pm. An encore performance (comprised of the audience favorites from each grouping) will be held on Sunday, September 7.
APPLICATION TIMELINE:
COST: Free to submit! One submission per playwright please.
WHERE DOES THE MONEY GO?: All ticket sales go towards supporting EAG's charitable work. Learn more about EAG here.
HOW WILL THIS WORK?: We provide performance space, but you are responsible for assembling your team and preparing the performance.
TECH?: None! Pieces should be bare-bones with no lighting or sound cues (beyond lights up, lights down).
EQUITY?: This is NOT an Equity showcase, and no performers should be a member of Equity.
If selected, EAG PROVIDES:
WE CANNOT PROVIDE:
QUESTIONS?: Please contact Johnny Culver. Please do not email or call the EAG office. Thank you!
WHAT: A festival of short original plays (up to 20 minutes) and monologues (up to 5 minutes). Musicals are welcome!
WHERE: Performances will be at the Episcopal Actors' Guild Hall at 1 East 29th Street, NYC.
WHEN: Performances will be Sundays, July 20, July 27, Aug 3, and Aug 10 at 1pm and 4pm. An encore performance (comprised of the audience favorites from each grouping) will be held on Sunday, September 7.
APPLICATION TIMELINE:
- May 23: Applications due.
- June 15: Applicants will be notified of their application status.
- June 22: Confirmation of participation for accepted applicants due.
COST: Free to submit! One submission per playwright please.
WHERE DOES THE MONEY GO?: All ticket sales go towards supporting EAG's charitable work. Learn more about EAG here.
HOW WILL THIS WORK?: We provide performance space, but you are responsible for assembling your team and preparing the performance.
TECH?: None! Pieces should be bare-bones with no lighting or sound cues (beyond lights up, lights down).
EQUITY?: This is NOT an Equity showcase, and no performers should be a member of Equity.
If selected, EAG PROVIDES:
- 2 performance slots (one at 1pm, one at 4pm) in our midtown Manhattan theatre space (details here)
- Use of a Steinway model M baby grand piano
- Simple light plot with lights up/down capability
- 1 free yearlong membership in EAG
WE CANNOT PROVIDE:
- Free rehearsal time
- Script printing
- Amplification or recorded sound
- AEA contracts
QUESTIONS?: Please contact Johnny Culver. Please do not email or call the EAG office. Thank you!
