NYCPlaywrights is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation that sponsors weekly readings of plays and theatrical works.

We agree with Tony Kushner, who said: "I think post-graduate training for stage actors is necessary, but not for playwrights... playwrights learn by writing a lot, and finding actors to read their work out loud."

We also give actors a chance to practice, and our meetings provide an opportunity for theatre artists to socialize - which may lead to performance or production opportunities.

Visiting

Our meetings are open to the public, and we do not charge admission. Stop by and visit any Friday. We meet almost every single week of the year, except July & August and the occasional odd holiday. You can always check and see if we're meeting by consulting our online schedule.

Meetings

Only writer members of NYCPlaywrights may have readings. Most meetings consist of several readings - with no writer receiving more than 30 minutes per meeting, unless there's extra time available. For more information about NYCPlaywrights meetings, see our meetings page.

Fundraisers

Learn about past or upcoming fundraisers on the Fundraisers page.

Memberships

NYCPlaywrights has writer and actor memberships. Go to our membership page for more information.

History

NYCPlaywrights was founded in November 2000 and has been meeting in Manhattan weekly since then.

Reagan Wilson is in the actors database. See more of our talented, dedicated actors here.