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SUBMISSION GUIDELINES

You must be 18 years of age to enter.
The play must be unpublished, original works only.
The play must be full length, at least 90 minutes.
Dramas, comedies, and farces are accepted, no adaptations or musicals accepted.
Cast size is limited to six characters, with interesting storylines, requiring only a single set.

 Scripts must be typewritten on standard paper size, bound with staples only and pages
numbered, submit three (3) copies with title only.  Include unbound sheet which includes the title of the play, playwright’s name, address, email, and telephone number.
 

Entries are accepted from January to May 1 each year. The winner will be announced June 1. Entries postmarked after May 1 will be included in the next year’s cycle of entries. The winning script will be produced in September of the same year.

WHAT YOUR SUBMISSION SHOULD INCLUDE:

The Playwright's Biography
The development /history of the play
Character breakdown, and brief synopsis of the play
Your complete mailing address, email address, and telephone number
All scripts must be firmly bound. No changes or revisions accepted after submission
No double-sided pages
UpStage Theatre Company will not assume responsibility for lost or damaged scripts.
PLEASE RETAIN A COPY OF YOUR SCRIPT.

MAIL YOUR SUBMISSION TO:
UpStage Theatre Company
The Emerging Playwright Project

 1713 Wooddale Blvd
 Baton Rouge, LA  70806