Deadline: August 25, 2025
Send Submissions to: pimentel.jus@gmail.com and brennanaboyle@gmail.com
The John DeSotelle Studio Series Short Play Festival is seeking short plays (no more than 15 minutes), humorous or dramatic, that deal with the subject of commitment and the struggle it may bring; whether through relationships, love, religion, careers, culture, identity, self-growth, etc. Accepted submissions will be fully produced and performed at The NuBox Theatre at 754 9th Ave, NYC.
The John DeSotelle Studio Series Short Play Festival is seeking short plays (no more than 15 minutes), humorous or dramatic, that deal with the subject of commitment and the struggle it may bring; whether through relationships, love, religion, careers, culture, identity, self-growth, etc. Accepted submissions will be fully produced and performed at The NuBox Theatre at 754 9th Ave, NYC.
- Length: 10-15 minutes
- 4 character max
- Minimal set (black box friendly)
- Send in PDF format along with a short bio of the playwright (150 words max) as well as a 2-3 sentence summary of the play.
Festival performances – October 10-12, 2025 at The NuBox, New York City.
For Questions or More Information Email: info@desotellestudio.com
Playwrights are encouraged to submit more than one play.
There is no restriction on plays that have been previously produced or published so long as it meets the theme, length, and set requirements and does not require licensing. There is no participation fee and all production responsibilities will remain with the John DeSotelle Studio.