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THEATER BEGINS HERE

For over 50 years, Playwrights’ Center has supported playwrights as they bring countless new plays to life. We offer tailor-made programs and services, plus connection to a worldwide community of artists, audiences, students, and theater professionals who call the Center their artistic home.

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Apply to distinguished programs

EXPLORE OUR FELLOWSHIPS

Are you a playwright, looking to apply to one of our programs or fellowships? You’re in the right place! Click here to begin.

Connect with other playwrights around the world

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Connect with other playwrights around the world

BECOME A MEMBER

Are you a playwright or organization, looking for information on membership? There’s a place for you in our international community of members.

Learn the craft from leading artists

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Learn the craft from leading artists

TAKE A PLAYWRITING CLASS

Are you polishing a script, fine-tuning a character, or starting from scratch? Reach “End of Play” with us. Click here to see all upcoming classes.

Champion playwrights and new plays

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Champion playwrights and new plays

SUPPORT OUR WORK

Theater begins here, and it begins with you. Are you looking to support playwrights with your time, attention, voice, or donation? We are grateful for your generosity! Click here to explore.