Steppenwolf Submission Window is open

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Deadline: August 25, 2024

SUBMISSION FORM

We now accept unsolicited submissions from unrepresented talent everywhere, which has greatly increased our pool. In recognition of our commitment to fostering unrepresented voices, we invite unrepresented writers to submit a sample of their work to the Steppenwolf Literary team using the submission form. The submissions window for 2024 is August 12-25.

Please note that scripts received via this portal will be considered for Steppenwolf membership series and any potential future workshop or commissioning opportunities.

To be considered, please include the following via the portal: 

• Brief biography
• One paragraph play synopsis
• Ten pages of sample dialogue
• Brief statement (no more than 200 words) detailing why you see Steppenwolf as the right home for your project

Submission parameters:

• Because we are an ensemble theater, we do not consider one-person plays.
• Plays that require a cast of more than 12 performers cannot be considered, and plays with casts of six or fewer will have a greater chance of fitting into an upcoming season.
• We do not accept submissions of musical projects.
• Work written explicitly for the virtual platform will not be considered.
• Due to our limited staff and in an effort to consider as many new projects as possible, please do not resubmit work that has already been reviewed.
• We only accept unsolicited submissions via the portal on this site; no hard copy submissions, please.
• Please submit only one project per year. 

Due to the number of submissions we receive and our limited capacity, we cannot personally respond to every submission. Please know that every submission is read by trusted and paid literary personnel within 4 - 6 months, and if we are interested in requesting the full script, you will hear from us in that time. If you do not hear from us by then, please know that your work has been given careful consideration and that we won’t be requesting the full script.

We look forward to reading your work!