PLAY SUBMISSION Guidelines


We are always searching for new plays and new playwrights to provide the community with new voices and stories.   We are especially interested in works that come to us from our local Southern Utah community.

Unfortunately, we cannot promise anyone anything except that we will read your submission (if it meets the guidelines) and let you know that we have read it.

Should we wish to move further with you and your work, potential options may include: public readings, workshops, staged readings, production, showcasing parts of the work, etc. 

BEFORE SUBMITTING YOUR PLAY, PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS.

ELIGIBILITY:

Submitted plays must meet the following criteria:
  1. Playwrights must be from: Washington, Kane, or Iron Counties, Utah or Mesquite, Nevada.
  2. Plays should reflect (somehow, someway, some-some) the TSBTC aesthetic. 
  3. Plays must be submitted according to the instructions listed below in PLAY SUBMISSION GUIDELINES.


THE TSBTC AESTHETIC

The Space Between Theatre Company is built on a strong foundation of a shared dream for a new kind of theatre in St. George (Washington County, Utah).  In 2005, many lively conversations around a dining table eventually led to TSB’s Mission: “In the space between, we will create fearless theatre and explore the connections that make us human.” From that dining table in 2005, The Space Between Theatre Company became a reality with the opening of its first production, “Marvin’s Room,” in March 2006. Encouraged by the warm reception of its first offering, TSB continued to broaden and develop its goals.

TSB’s intention is to create dynamic programs that look beyond traditional theatre. Past, present and future projects include plays, staged readings, workshops, chamber theatre, film events, “Interface” events (partnering with other performing arts organizations), and a stage for the work of new playwrights, poets and film scriptwriters.


WHAT WE LOOK FOR IN A SCRIPT:

Story & Plot - Is there a compelling story? Does the plot flow? Does this story need to be heard by an audience?  
Character - Are the characters compelling, fleshed out, and necessary?
Language - Is dialogue clear, necessary, and chosen to move the plot forward?
Production needs - Can this story be told on a STAGE with minimal effects, set requirements, etc?
Technical aspects - While we know theatre involves sets, lighting, costumes, props, etc., we are looking for production values to enhance the story, not be a crutch for it.
Theatricality - Overall, how will this story unfold on stage with a live audience to receive it? Does it connect with community and humanity? Does it value the form of theatre as a storytelling form? Can it be more than words on a page and become a palpable, living, breathing conversation between audience and artist?
Idea / Scope - Is the idea focused and clear?



PLAY SUBMISSION GUIDELINES

Playwrights can submit the following in HARD COPY through USPS mail to:

Play Submissions
The Space Between Theatre Company
PO Box 474
Santa Clara, UT 84765-0474

or by email to: tsbtcmanager@gmail.com


Please include the following items with your play submission:

  1. A brief Playwright Biography

  2. Synopsis of the play

  3. Cast requirements

  4. Setting and other technical requirements

  5. Two copies of the play with a cover sheet

  6. Cover sheet to include name, address, email address, and phone number(s) of the playwright

NOTIFICATION

Please allow four to eight weeks for a response.