Deadline: June 5, 2026 at 11:59 PM
Submission form
(Note, the form gives a deadline of May 29, but their Instagram says June 5.)
QUEERSPEECH is a bold and affirming initiative for early-career queer artists developing new theatrical work. Running from Fall 2025 through Summer 2026, this cohort-based program offers hands-on support at every stage of the creative process—whether you're shaping a brand-new idea or refining a first draft.
Rooted in collaboration and community, QUEERSPEECH provides structured, bi-monthly check-ins where selected artists will share progress, exchange feedback, and set goals—from table reads to development workshops. In addition to creative guidance, artists will receive producing support and assistance identifying and applying to relevant opportunities, ensuring their work reaches the audiences it deserves.
The program culminates in a showcase in Summer 2026, offering a platform to celebrate the cohort’s evolving works in front of a wider public.
Who We’re Looking For:
QUEERSPEECH is a bold and affirming initiative for early-career queer artists developing new theatrical work. Running from Fall 2025 through Summer 2026, this cohort-based program offers hands-on support at every stage of the creative process—whether you're shaping a brand-new idea or refining a first draft.
Rooted in collaboration and community, QUEERSPEECH provides structured, bi-monthly check-ins where selected artists will share progress, exchange feedback, and set goals—from table reads to development workshops. In addition to creative guidance, artists will receive producing support and assistance identifying and applying to relevant opportunities, ensuring their work reaches the audiences it deserves.
The program culminates in a showcase in Summer 2026, offering a platform to celebrate the cohort’s evolving works in front of a wider public.
Who We’re Looking For:
- Early-career queer artists working in any form of theatrical expression
- Projects can be at any stage—from seedling ideas to early drafts
- Artists seeking both artistic and producing support
- NYC-based or able to travel to NYC regularly
Submit a 200-word pitch describing your project’s current stage, your artistic background, and your creative vision. Share the journey of your piece so far—where it began, how it’s grown, and where you hope to take it. We want to hear your voice.