Festival/Competition Submissions NYTheater Festival Spring/Summer , NY
Listed on 2026-01-08
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Music / Audio Production, TV / Film Production, Event Staff/ Venue Crew
Location: New York
Overview
NYTheater Festival Spring/Summer 2026
New York, NY, US
Prizes Total: $8,000
• First Prize: $3,500
• Full-Lengths | One Acts | Shorts | Solos
NO SUBMISSION FEE
• NO PARTICIPATION FEE
Submit to the most exciting theater festival. $8,000 in prizes. Fast response: an answer within 4–5 days of submission. Extensive set support with access to over 90 set pieces and props. 4K, 4-camera video recording available for future promotion or archival purposes. 25 seasons of festival history.
Take your production to the next level and join a festival with a track record of showcasing thoughtful, original work.
Prizes & CategoriesThe Festival offers up to $8,000 in prizes, with $3,500 awarded for the best play or musical. Prize categories include:
- Best Production: $3,500
- Best Play/Musical or Short: $500
- Most Creative Play/Musical: $500
- Best Director: $500
- Best Actor (2 awards): $500 each
- Best Actress (2 awards): $500 each
- Best Singer: $500
- Best Musical Score: $300
- Best Choreography: $300
After your production, you can receive a 4K video recording of your show. The Festival uses four cameras to capture your performance from multiple angles. You’ll have access to raw footage for marketing material or reel content. Friends and family can purchase Zoom tickets to watch your show from anywhere.
Why Stage Your WorkThis is a unique opportunity for industry professionals to see your production in person. We provide support from tech rehearsals through closing performance and offer access to over 90 set pieces and props. Our audio, lighting, and video systems are user-friendly with a quick 3-minute tutorial. Our team is available to answer questions and provide guidance during your run.
Festival Support- Prime Performance Slots: prime time slots with ample setup time
- Set & Props: 90 set pieces free of charge, with backstage storage
- Lighting & Sound: Full lighting plot with 65 lights and a 16x12’ projector
We create detailed posts with large posters and descriptions to showcase your show. Cast and crew receive free tickets to attend other productions in the Festival.
VenueProfessional venue with 99 seats, 30’x18’ stage, large backstage area, spacious dressing room, and storage for props and costumes.
Award CeremonyAt the end of the Festival, we host an award ceremony to celebrate achievements in front of artistic peers.
Submit Your ProductionTo submit, visit NY Theater Festival Submissions. Submissions are accepted from playwrights and composers who live within 30 miles of Manhattan.
In 14 years and 25 seasons, the NY Theater Festival has hosted 1,600 plays and 400 musicals, awarding cash prizes to over 400 artists. Yours could be next.
DurationJun 15, 2026 – Aug 2, 2026
UnionNon-Union
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