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Kelundra @pieceofkay.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

My new play, OTHER PATHS TO GOD, premieres in #Atlanta, Oct. 9-Nov. 8. This wild ride through the lives of 5 healthcare workers gives you the juiciness of Grey's Anatomy and the comedy of Scrubs. It's inspired by interviews with nurses in the South. Come laugh! www.horizontheatre.com/plays/other-...

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The New Harmony Project @newharmonyproject.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

You asked, and we listened! We've extended the deadline to apply for our Annual Writers' Residency to October 3. We will not be able to grant any additional extensions, so take advantage of the opportunity! rpst.in/lCUvg

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Renaissance Theaterworks @rtwmke.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

ATTENTION WOMEN+ PLAYWRIGHTS BASED IN THE MIDWEST! You have until 11:59pm CT TOMORROW to send us your short plays based on the prompt "Well Behaved Women Rarely Make History"! rtwmke.org/brink/submit-your-work We can't wait to read your short plays!

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Renaissance Theaterworks @rtwmke.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

✨Dream team!✨ Playwright Cara Johnston, director María Amenábar Farias, dramaturge Deanie Vallone and stage manager Bailey Wegner are hard at work perfecting the GREAT WHITE THRONE script. Be among the *very* first people to see this amazing production starting October 18! ow.ly/tGoB50ZSsHu

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New Play Exchange @newplayexchange.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Ok! This year's pitches and such were here for a good time, not for a long time. *Up to this point,* the pitch presentations have been an ephemeral theatrical experience in and of themselves. But I'm glad you flagged this as an item of interest right as we're planning the 2027 Showcase in Philly!

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New Play Exchange @newplayexchange.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

This is one of the reasons we luuuuv you 💜

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New Play Exchange @newplayexchange.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Oooh, let me see if that's something I can capture and share, or if it's a "had to be there" magic moment...

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New Play Exchange @newplayexchange.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

We're freshly into our "new year" at NNPN and NPX. ICYMI, Nan rounds up her end-of-year highlights here: nnpn.org/news/i3hlw5r...

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Nan’s FY26 Highlights — National New Play Network | NNPN

A Fiscal Year-In-Review from NNPN Executive Director, Nan Barnett

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New Play Exchange @newplayexchange.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Happy Opening! Find your way to Iowa City for the National New Play Network Rolling World Premiere production of "I, Will: A Late Romance" by Scott Carter. This new comedy runs at Riverside Theatre through September 27. riversidetheatre.org/iwill/

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I, Will: A Late Romance - Riverside Theatre - Iowa City, Iowa

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New Play Exchange @newplayexchange.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

The George A. & Eliza Gardner Howard Foundation is awarding 10 fellowships of $40K to early mid-career artists & scholars, in the creative fields of Writing for Performance or Choreography & the critical fields of Theatre, Dance, & Performance Studies. Apply by 11/1/26. howard-foundation.brown.edu

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The George A. and Eliza Gardner Howard Foundation | Brown University

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New Play Exchange @newplayexchange.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Downtown Urban Arts Festival (DUAF) is seeking theatrical submissions for its 25th season in NYC. They supports diverse, new, & emerging voices from America's burgeoning multicultural landscape. No submission fees; $1,200 short-play / $2,000 full-length stipend. Submit at www.duafnyc.com/submit

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SUBMIT | DUAF

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New Play Exchange @newplayexchange.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

“Rescue Me” by Peter Story and Tara Sissom “Insertion” by Sarah Groustra “Proclivity for Kiting” by Jacob Zack “The Forever Question” by James Christy —— Check them out on NewPlayExchange.org 🎉 (6/6)

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New Play Exchange @newplayexchange.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

“The Art of War ” by David Pierini “Advice” by Brent Askari “Nosotros La Gente (We The People)” by Jerry Montoya “The Newlywed Game” by Alyssa Haddad-Chin “Cosmo St. Charles is Dead and Someone In This Room Killed Him” by Nicole Zimmerer (5/6)

The NNPN Rolling World Premiere production of "Advice" by Brent Askari at B Street Theatre. A well-dressed couple sitting on a sofa reads a manuscript called "How To Maximize The Most Successful You." They have uncomfortable looks on their faces, but the dude with blue hair dressed in a sweatshirt behind them looks stoked.

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New Play Exchange @newplayexchange.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

“D.Q.M. or Drag Queen Magic” by Ian August “Lady Parts” by Mary Lynn Owen “Melvil Dewey Messed Me Up” by Eric Pfeffinger “Cocktails and Travails” by Brent Askari “Working for Crumbs - A Dead Body Farce” by Kate Danley “Dog Mom” by Tate Elizabeth Hanyok (4/6)

The National New Play Network Rolling World Premiere production of "Dog Mom" by Tate Elizabeth Hanyok at B Street Theatre. Two people sit on a couch, while two people (who are actually very good dogs) perch beside them.

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New Play Exchange @newplayexchange.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

The scripts featured here represent some of the most exciting comedic voices currently working in the American theater. We invite you to explore them, connect with their playwrights, and join us in supporting the future of new comedy."—Sean Patrick Nill (3/6)

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New Play Exchange @newplayexchange.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

"The New Comedies Festival is B Street Theatre’s annual celebration of bold, imaginative, and laugh-out-loud new work. This collection features the finalists selected for the 2026 Festival, along with nine plays developed through the Festival that B Street Theatre has gone on to produce. (2/6)

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New Play Exchange @newplayexchange.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

New Featured List up on NPX: New Comedies at B Street Theatre (in glorious Midtown Sacramento -- B Street hosted us this spring for the National New Play Network annual convening in their beautiful space!) 🧵(1/6)

Text that's in this threaded post, but this is what it looks like on the NPX website!

The exterior of The Sofia building, home of B Street Theater, at night, its lobby lit from within.

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New Play Exchange @newplayexchange.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

Just off its NNPN Rolling World Premiere, Brent Askari’s “Advice” heads to NNPN Associate Member, Dorset Theatre Festival in Vermont, for its New England debut. Head to the top corner of the country to see this fantastic comedy, running July 31 - Aug 15. www.rutlandherald.com/features/ver...

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Looking for ‘Advice’ at Dorset?: Self-help takes on new meaning in Brent Askari comedy

What happens when a wildly unqualified man writes a self-help book — and then shows up to test it on his friends?

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Eric Pfeffinger @ericpfeffinger.bsky.social · 26/07/2026

I noticed there’s some discourse happening about comedy in theater and I just wanted to single out B Street Theatre for doing it right (and @newplayexchange.bsky.social for spotlighting their work). Comedy tonight and also comedy tomorrow, why not.

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Caridad Svich @csvich.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

my new light comedy LAS CHICAS HOLIDAY is on @newplayexchange.bsky.social . smile

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Company One Theatre @companyone.org · 21/07/2026

“Don’t tell us we can’t in a world where you’re starting to turn back rights and disenfranchise Black people. Let us get louder.” — Patrice Jean-Baptiste www.bostonglobe.com/2026/07/16/a...

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DOGE cuts threatened a series of plays made with the NPS. Company One stepped in to fill the gap - The Boston Globe

"A New Era" was supposed to be the second installment in a series of plays about Boston's connections to the women's suffrage movement.

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The New Harmony Project @newharmonyproject.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

Announcing New Plays Indy Season Three! We're excited to work with our artistic partners and these six exciting writers over the course of our 40th anniversary year. Everything you need to know about the season is here: rpst.in/ss6Kl #newplays #storieswillsaveus #newplaysindy

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Caridad Svich @csvich.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

oh. just here also. uploading my other new comedy FROM THE LOST FILES OF THE RED LETTER PUNK ROCK ADJUNCTS CLUB AT THE FORMER CHE CAFE. on @newplayexchange.bsky.social

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Caridad Svich @csvich.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

oh just here. uploading my new light comedy LAS CHICAS HOLIDAY to @newplayexchange.bsky.social

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New Play Exchange @newplayexchange.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

Our Comms Director was grateful to participate in the talk-back with the *completely* lovely cast and Artistic Director after Sunday’s matinee & recommends you act very quickly to secure one of the remaining tickets for this production.

Kate, the NNPN Comms person, has red hair and wears a black dress with little roses. They do a big Muppet-style smile and old up the playbill while standing in front of Oregon Contemporary Theater’s step-and-repeat.

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New Play Exchange @newplayexchange.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

We’re at Oregon Contemporary Theatre in Eugene this weekend for the NNPN Rolling World Premiere of DOG MOM by Tate Elizabeth Hanyok, playing through June 14🐶

The Oregon Contemporary Theatre sign on their red stucco building flashes news of a National New Play Network production against the beautiful green foliage and grey sky of Eugene.

A hand holds the Dog Mom program in front of a purple and pink lit stage set, out of focus in the background behind the heads of other audience members in a full theater.

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American Theatre @americantheatre.org · 22/05/2026

Signed by 250 Native and non-Native artists, the new effort and alliance calls on U.S. institutional theatre to produce Native-authored work and engage in authentic collaborations. www.americantheatre.org/2026/05/22/n...

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Native Theatre Movement Launches With Open Letter

Signed by 250 Native and non-Native artists, the new effort and alliance calls on U.S. institutional theatre to produce Native-authored work and engage in authentic collaborations.

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New Play Exchange @newplayexchange.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

From one of our alumni artists AND one of our NNPN member theaters. Looks cool, let’s go.

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New Play Exchange @newplayexchange.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

One of our original (and continuing) NNPN Core Member Theaters, continuing to do the work.

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New Play Exchange @newplayexchange.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

Today we’re featuring 2 NNPN Associate Members in NYC: NewYorkRep & New Light Theater Project. Our national impact is possible because our Member Theaters bring bold, adventurous new work to communities across the U.S. Read their interviews at nnpn.org/nnpn-news/nn...

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NNPN in NYC: NewYorkRep & New Light Theater Project — National New Play Network | NNPN

NNPN’s national impact is made possible by the extraordinary Member Theaters bringing bold, adventurous new work to communities across the country. Throughout this campaign, we’ll be spotlighting Memb...

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amelia merrill @ameliamerrill.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

My play is on the homepage of @newplayexchange.bsky.social! So grateful to be on this list of Experimental Work alongside some other fabulous artists. You can read it here: newplayexchange.org/script/20199...

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Dear Kitty (or, not another anne frank play): a travesty | New Play Exchange

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Ava Love Hanna @avalovehanna.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

THANK YOU, 7! I'm celebrating 7 years of having my plays selected and produced in ScriptWorks' Out of Ink! 7 years of crazy ingredients, late-night panic writing, and making theatre with my favorite people. All 7 years of scripts are available to read on @newplayexchange.bsky.social 1/3

THANK YOU, 7!
This year I had the amazing fortune to celebrate my 7th ScriptWorks Out of Ink production. Seven years of crazy ingredients, late-night panic writing, and making theatre with my favorite people.
Thank you to every director, actor, and crew member who makes this magic possible. Ava Love Hanna

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American Blues Theater @americanblues.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

Congratulations to artistic affiliate Kristoffer Diaz on receiving one of two 2026 Steinberg/ATCA New Play Award citations for "Things With Friends", which premiered here at American Blues Theater last fall! www.americantheatre.org/2026/05/05/p...

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Pulitzers, Special Tonys, ATCA/Steinberg Award, and More

A roundup of prizes, fellowships, and other recognitions.

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New Play Exchange @newplayexchange.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

Amphibian Stage is one of our beloved NNPN Member Theaters & Caridad Svich is one of our beloved alumni artists! Explore the work of both when you can.

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New Play Exchange @newplayexchange.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

And finally “SPARK: The Peer Leadership Program That Will Get Your Kid Into Harvard/Yale/Princeton/Columbia, Cure Cancer, Stop California Forest Fires, End The Race War, and Enact World Peace. (or) PRIYANKA THARAKAN MUST DIE” by Alex Lin You can read them all on newplayexchange.org.

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New Play Exchange @newplayexchange.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

“Lavinia Andronicus Is YOUR Spin Instructor!” by Jaden Tyler Urso “Boy My Greatness” by Zoe Senese-Grossberg “Ado” by Lavina Jadhwani

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Shakespearean Conductor Performance

Alt: Old-timey Shakespeare

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New Play Exchange @newplayexchange.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

4/ “Caribbean King” by AZ Espinoza “Shakespeare is a White Supremacist” by Andrew Watring “Ophelia Underwater” by Janielle Kastner “Foolish” by J. Chavez “The Venetians” by Matt Barbot “Desdemona’s Child (Blood Cry)” by Caridad Svich

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The Simpsons: Beware The Ides Of March

Alt: Lisa Simpson tells homer, “Beware The Ides Of March;” he replies “no.”

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New Play Exchange @newplayexchange.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

3/ “Antiquated F*ckery” by Jessica Charles “Dead Girls No Mothers” by Tommy Sullivan-Lovett “I Hate Shakespeare” by Gina Femia “Problem Play” by Hannah Blau “Prisoner Tongues” by Alisha Espinosa

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Hamlet Clucking to a Chicken

Alt: Hamlet Clucking to a Chicken with subtitle that reads “Hamlet clucking”

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New Play Exchange @newplayexchange.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

2/ “…I know that sentence might upset artistic directors of theatres and festivals dedicated to the Bard, so here are some great plays you can do instead, all by new writers in conversation with old Willie.”—dramaturg, director, & producer Shaun Leisher (Cont.)

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William Shakespeare Portrait Painting

Alt: William Shakespeare Portrait Painting

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New Play Exchange @newplayexchange.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

New Features List Alert 🥳 A Very, Merry Un-Birthday, Billy Shakes “Around this time is believed to be the birthday of a very good playwright named William Shakespeare. I do love the guy, but I am one of those who thinks we should stop producing his plays for at least five years.🧵

Screenshot of NPX homepage with text in copy of thread

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New Play Exchange @newplayexchange.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

Right now, your support has 2x the impact. Through 6/30, every donation is matched until we hit $20K🎉 Your gift strengthens a connected ecosystem where Member Theaters collaborate with each other & new plays continue to find life across the country. nnpn.org/donate

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Woman Asks for Money: 'Money Pleeeease!'

Alt: Mona Lisa Saperstein from “Parks and Rec” extends her hand and says, “Money Pleeeease!” She embodies the spirit of non-profits everywhere.

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New Play Exchange @newplayexchange.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

"Crystal Skillman and Kelundra Smith discuss finding their champions, the NNPN rolling world premiere process, and why taking risks on new work is more important now than ever." www.dramatistsguild.com/thedramatist...

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Why We Do What We Do

I n this illuminating conversation, Crystal Skillman and Kelundra Smith discuss finding their champions, the NNPN rolling world premiere process, and why taking risks on new work is more important now...

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New Play Exchange @newplayexchange.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

Your gift to NNPN (&, by extension, New Play Exchange!) has double the impact now through June 30. All donations will be matched, up to $20k, by NNPN founder David Goldman & Carol Dweck. Let’s champion new plays & amplify bold voices together. Help us meet the match at nnpn.org/donate

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Donate — National New Play Network | NNPN

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The New Harmony Project @newharmonyproject.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for DeLanna Studi’s “I” is for Invisible, a powerful exploration of injustice, determination, and hope. The cast delivered an incredible performance and we’re so grateful to have shared it with you all!

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Company One Theatre @companyone.org · 24/04/2026

Congratulations to The Great Privation playwright Nia Akilah Robinson, who was just named as this year's recipient of the Blue Ink Award for playwriting! americanbluestheater.com/2026/04/23/2...

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2026 Blue Ink Award Winner Announced - American Blues Theater

Congratulations to 2026 Blue Ink Award winner Nia Akilah Robinson.

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New Play Exchange @newplayexchange.bsky.social · 25/04/2026

SAM'S RABBLE: THE TRUE STORY OF SHAYS REBELLION, NOT THE ONE GLORIFIED BY TODAY’S ARMED EXTREMISTS by Tita Anntares THE SPIRITS OF THE OLD MANSE by Myla Lichtman-Fields Read them all at newplayexchang.org

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