NEW WORKS
Hendersonville Theatre is committed to the creation of new works for the stage. We host a new works reading series throughout the year, as well as seek out and commission original work for our main productions and One Act Festival. Hendersonville Theatre actively contributed to the development of new plays and musicals.
NEW WORKS SERIES
In 2021, this commitment was both strengthened with the establishment of our bimonthly public play readings, called the New Works Series. Our New Works Series offers area playwrights the opportunity to have their working scripts read by actors for public feedback. From this series, selected works are chosen for workshops and future full production on our main stage.
Showcasing the work of area playwrights and performed by local actors, The New Works Reading is a FREE public reading of a new play in development.
ONE ACT PLAY FESTIVAL
Don’t miss Hendersonville Theatre’s One Act Play Festival! Enjoy an evening of diverse short plays—ranging from laugh-out-loud comedies to thought-provoking dramas—performed by talented local actors. Plus, you’ll have the chance to vote for the Best of Show, making this an interactive and exciting night of live theatre. Be part of the action and join the fun at this one-of-a-kind festival!
New Works Series
SUBMISSIONS
To Submit to Our New Works Series:
- All work must be original.
- The playwright must attend the performance.
- If your script is chosen, the playwright will agree to provide scripts for each character in their show plus a script for the stage direction reader.
- We prefer new work. However, if you’ve had a previous production, please provide details.
- Include a short bio about yourself as a playwright and tell us where you live (Hendersonville, Greenville, Asheville etc.)
- Scripts must be submitted as a PDF and include a character list and short character description.
- There is no submission fee.
Submit plays and questions to [email protected].