Objectives

• To provide Texas State University students majoring in theatre with the opportunity to work with professionals for a hands-on week-long lab that includes the collaborative process of “finding a play” in rehearsals, culminating with a public staged reading.
• To showcase the work of Black and Latino student and professional playwrights from across the country.
• To annually lend an ear to new voices and help writers, in collaboration with directors, actors, and dramaturgs, shape their stories and hone their craft in an environment that allows the writer to explore and grow and learn fearlessly.
• To share the play with the campus and community in a staged reading for audiences followed by discussion and/or questions and answers.

GUIDELINES FOR SUBMISSION OF SCRIPTS

• Only unproduced and unpublished scripts are eligible for consideration.
• The scripts should be written by a Black or Latino playwright.
• The scripts should include a synopsis and character list.
• The playwrights are expected to attend the rehearsals and at least one of the performances.
• Only scripts submitted prior to the deadline will be considered.
• Playwrights from across the country may submit scripts.
• Manuscripts should be typed in the standard play format and must include contact information.
• Include a stamped self-addressed envelope if you wish your manuscript returned.

DEADLINE FOR THE SUBMISSION OF SCRIPTS

The deadline for submission of scripts each year will be on or before June 15th by 5 p.m. A script postmarked by the deadline date will be acceptable. Play scripts may be delivered by regular mail, in person, or e-mail. By August 1st, notification will be sent to the author of the selected work and to all who submitted scripts. Click HERE for submission address.