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2018 New Works Playwright Competition Finals
New Works Playwright Competition (OCTA Special Event)
March 2 and 3, 2018 | 8 pm
Which of the five finalists of OCTA’s New Works Playwright Competition will get a full length workshop for their script? You’ll see short teasers of each script, then vote for the winner. Make your voice count and support the local playwriting community at the same time!
WHO: Olathe Civic Theatre Association has announced the five finalists whose work will be showcased during the theatre’s New Works Playwright Competition March 2 and 3. This year’s five finalists are:
SPELLBOUND by Emma Carter
GOSPEL HOUR by Bill Cummings
THE SUMMER HOUSE by Christie Kennard
ADOPTION OF GRIEF by Jessie Salsbury
PROMISES TO KEEP by Judith Zivanovic
WHAT: The New Works Playwright Competition is a unique opportunity for local playwrights to get their names out in the community and have a chance to workshop their production on the OCTA stage.
WHY: OCTA continues to seek ways to provide aspiring artists opportunities to grow. We feel our unique space and collaborative spirit can provide a safe environment for aspiring playwrights to be heard.
Tickets: $10 online or at the door (*$5 FOR OCTA SEASON TICKET HOLDERS AT THE DOOR ONLY, but please call ahead to reserve your spot).
*Season Ticket Holders get a special $5 ticket for this event, but must purchase tickets at the box office. Call ahead (913-782-2990) or write to let us know you’re coming at tickets@olathetheatre.org.
PLAN YOUR VISIT TO OCTA: Tickets may be purchased with credit card, check, or cash. Free parking is available in the OCTA lot and on the street. Concessions are available for cash or credit donation and may be taken into the theater.
Ages: Likely 14 and above due to strong language and adult situations. We'll know more when the playwrights submit their 10 minute cuts and will update this when we know.