The Blank Theatre’s 34th Annual Young Playwrights Festival at The Blank Theatre
Dates: 7/1/2026 - 7/31/2026
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The Blank Theatre's 34th Annual Young Playwrights Festival showcases the talents of young writers aged 19 and under through a nationwide competition. The festival will feature the works of twelve selected playwrights, each receiving mentorship and the opportunity for their scripts to be performed by professionals. This initiative, which has been running since 1993, aims to cultivate the next generation of theatrical voices and has produced nearly 400 plays from participants across the United States. The festival will run from July 1 to July 31, 2026, featuring multiple performances of the winning works.
Cast and Creative Team for The Blank Theatre’s 34th Annual Young Playwrights Festival at The Blank Theatre
Creative Team
Jeff Greenstein
Mentor
Michael John LaChiusa
Mentor
Kit Steinkellner
Mentor
Todd Milliner
Mentor
Irene Mecchi
Mentor
Michael Mayer
Mentor
Stephen Karam
Mentor
Lauren Yee
Mentor
Garry Marshall
Mentor
Terrence McNally
Mentor
Sarah Nilsen
Producing Director
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