The National Playwrights Symposium brings talented emerging and professional playwrights together with some of the world’s most renowned artists in an environment of community, creativity and craft.
The 2026 National Playwrights Symposium will take place May 11 – May 15, 2026. We are now accepting applications for this year. Please visit the Symposium website for more information and to apply.
Interested in Learning More?
To learn more about the National Playwrights Symposium, see a list of past master playwrights who have taught at this event, and view a gallery of images from past events, please visit the symposium website.
Sponsor a Playwright
Every year we award scholarships to deserving playwrights who could not afford to attend this event. If you would like to donate to this fund, just click “Donate Now”. Any amount from $100 to $1,000 is appreciated!
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