The Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival National Playwriting Program is dedicated to supporting student playwrights in the development of their original work for the stage, with dramaturgical and performance opportunities that emphasize respect of the written word and for the playwright’s contribution to the theatrical process.  

On the left side of this page, click on CALL FOR NEW PLAYS – then click on each bullet point to view submission deadlines and application materials for Full-Length Plays, One-Act Plays and Ten-Minute Plays. 

The deadlines are coming up fast! All plays must be submitted through the Submittable tab.