2026 Michigan Playwrights Festival at Theatre NOVA
Dates: 8/12/2026 - 8/16/2026
📍 Theatre: Theatre NOVA
410 W. Huron, Ann Arbor, MI
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The 2026 Michigan Playwrights Festival at Theatre NOVA will showcase five to six original full-length plays by Michigan-based playwrights from August 12 to 16, 2026. Each selected work will be presented through readings, followed by audience talkbacks and feedback sessions. This festival celebrates the talent of local playwrights and aims to foster their development in a collaborative and supportive environment. Playwrights will receive a stipend and complimentary tickets to their readings, emphasizing Theatre NOVA’s commitment to new voices in theater.
Cast and Creative Team for 2026 Michigan Playwrights Festival at Theatre NOVA
Creative Team
Shelby R. Seeley
Literary Manager
Shelby R. Seeley
Producing Artistic Director
News About 2026 Michigan Playwrights Festival at Theatre NOVA
MICHIGAN PLAYWRIGHTS FESTIVAL to Return to Theatre NOVA With Four New Works
July 23, 2026 Theatre NOVA announced the 2026 Michigan Playwrights Festival in Ann Arbor, featuring four original full-length plays by Michigan-based playwrights, each presented as a reading with talkbacks and audience feedback sessions.
Theatre NOVA Calls For Submissions For The 2026 Michigan Playwrights Festival
November 10, 2025 Theatre NOVA has called for submissions for the 2026 Michigan Playwrights Festival. The Festival will feature five to six original, full-length plays by Michigan-based playwrights.
Theatre NOVA Reveals Titles for 2025–2026 Season
June 12, 2025 Theatre NOVA has announced its eleventh season, featuring six mainstage productions, including two world premieres, two Michigan premieres, two musicals, and the return of its annual Michigan Playwrights Festival.About the Theatre
Theatre NOVA Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
What shows have played recently at Theatre NOVA?
Athena (07/17/26-08/09/26)
Athena by Gracie Gardner (07/17/26-08/09/26)
The Last Wide Open (05/22/26-06/14/26)
The Last Wide Open by Audrey Cefaly (05/22/26-06/14/26)
THE JONBENÉT GAME by Tori Keenan-Zelt (03/27/26-04/19/26)
The JonBenét Game by Tori Keenan-Zelt (03/27/26-04/19/26)
Kayak by Jordan Hall (01/30/26-02/22/26)
DJ Whittington's Kool Kat: A Hip-Hop Panto (12/05/25-01/04/26)
Dry Summer by Robert Axelrod (10/10/25-11/02/25)
These My Queens (09/14/25-09/14/25)
Athena by Gracie Gardner (07/17/26-08/09/26)
The Last Wide Open (05/22/26-06/14/26)
The Last Wide Open by Audrey Cefaly (05/22/26-06/14/26)
THE JONBENÉT GAME by Tori Keenan-Zelt (03/27/26-04/19/26)
The JonBenét Game by Tori Keenan-Zelt (03/27/26-04/19/26)
Kayak by Jordan Hall (01/30/26-02/22/26)
DJ Whittington's Kool Kat: A Hip-Hop Panto (12/05/25-01/04/26)
Dry Summer by Robert Axelrod (10/10/25-11/02/25)
These My Queens (09/14/25-09/14/25)
What shows are coming up next at Theatre NOVA?
The Sanctuary (08/13/26-08/13/26)
Cakewalk (08/14/26-08/14/26)
ASHE (08/15/26-08/15/26)
Dispersion (08/16/26-08/16/26)
Cakewalk (08/14/26-08/14/26)
ASHE (08/15/26-08/15/26)
Dispersion (08/16/26-08/16/26)
Where is Theatre NOVA located?
Theatre NOVA is at 410 W. Huron, Ann Arbor, MI .
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