Deadline: January 16, 2026
SUBMISSION FORM
MAINSTAGE 2026 DATES: Monday APRIL 20 through Sunday MAY 3 and YES, we are back home in the WILD PROJECT!, For Our 24th Year!
Please do NOT attempt the application form on a cell phone.
Look the sample form over* and write any ‘essay’ type questions in advance to paste-in to the online form.
Text attachments must be in .RTF, .PDF, or .DOC file formats only. You can always simply give tested “links” to your own files when uploads are asked for (large files like sound or video media must always be given as links only- but be sure any passwords or other permissions are sent along in the application. *Get the condensed sample form below, which is pretty close to the online questions, but lacks most expanding fields, text-help and samples:
Sample-App-2024Download
WE PROVIDE a high degree of hand-holding and support: One of our TWO alternating Technical Directors to run the Booth for you; a full Front of House staff; On-site logistics people to help you organize your load in and out, and assign storage for costumes and props; Full ticketing services, plus many group sales and discount options; A glossy, full-color Festival-wide brochure to hold your own show’s program; inclusion in all our own publicity and press releases; highly discounted rates at our designated rehearsal studios in Midtown plus a Technical Rehearsal on stage . . . All with NO APPLICATION FEES and no required “participation fees.” All shows receive a % share of the box office (currently 15%) over a small house minimum at no charge, with higher percentages available for experienced producers.
WE EXPECT a fully rehearsed, well directed and produced theatrical work, with all costuming, sound, and video cues well prepared in advance of the Tech Rehearsal. Your show, regardless of size, must have an experienced Stage Manager as point person. You must provide a PRINTED program with at minimum a full cast bio listing, plus a standard Press Kit for reviewers (which may include a “QR” code linking to more material if you wish). A QR-code alone is not a program.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
One MAINSTAGE work per author will be considered. APPLY EARLY AS POSSIBLE, the earlier you apply, the more attention you will get (Revisions are expected, but must stay within your time limit, including any required intermission). If you are torn between 2 works please write us a note about them on our ‘contact us page’ for advice. All submissions are evaluated by a team of readers with specific primary interests (comedy, music, trans & other LGBT interests)
Do not upload video or audio files; give Links to them only. Applications: Open December 15.
Deadline for Full-Lengths: Monday January 16th, 2026
Deadline for Small Cast Shows & 1-Acts: January 30, 2026
Announcements Throughout January & early February.
For Plays (not Solo works):
Sample-App-2024Download
WE PROVIDE a high degree of hand-holding and support: One of our TWO alternating Technical Directors to run the Booth for you; a full Front of House staff; On-site logistics people to help you organize your load in and out, and assign storage for costumes and props; Full ticketing services, plus many group sales and discount options; A glossy, full-color Festival-wide brochure to hold your own show’s program; inclusion in all our own publicity and press releases; highly discounted rates at our designated rehearsal studios in Midtown plus a Technical Rehearsal on stage . . . All with NO APPLICATION FEES and no required “participation fees.” All shows receive a % share of the box office (currently 15%) over a small house minimum at no charge, with higher percentages available for experienced producers.
WE EXPECT a fully rehearsed, well directed and produced theatrical work, with all costuming, sound, and video cues well prepared in advance of the Tech Rehearsal. Your show, regardless of size, must have an experienced Stage Manager as point person. You must provide a PRINTED program with at minimum a full cast bio listing, plus a standard Press Kit for reviewers (which may include a “QR” code linking to more material if you wish). A QR-code alone is not a program.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
One MAINSTAGE work per author will be considered. APPLY EARLY AS POSSIBLE, the earlier you apply, the more attention you will get (Revisions are expected, but must stay within your time limit, including any required intermission). If you are torn between 2 works please write us a note about them on our ‘contact us page’ for advice. All submissions are evaluated by a team of readers with specific primary interests (comedy, music, trans & other LGBT interests)
Do not upload video or audio files; give Links to them only. Applications: Open December 15.
Deadline for Full-Lengths: Monday January 16th, 2026
Deadline for Small Cast Shows & 1-Acts: January 30, 2026
Announcements Throughout January & early February.
For Plays (not Solo works):
Please attach a complete current version of the play. One-Acts (at least 25-35 min. long) and Full-Lengths (45 to 100 min) will both be considered. (Shorts are ineligible for this Festival; but we do have short play festivals throughout the year.) Submissions are primarily in English only.
For Solo Plays/Performances: No solo works are accepted for this Mainstage; BUT PLEASE CONSIDER our Monologue To Film series, and our Radio Shorts! Those programs are well subsidized and will have their own schedules.