DIRECT A PLAY
We choose our season each year based upon play submissions from prospective directors. Our Artistic Committee reviews these submissions each spring and brings a recommended slate of shows to the Cottage Theatre Board of Directors. The Board makes the final decision about the season according to the process and schedule detailed below.
SUBMISSIONS FOR OUR 2018 SEASON ARE NOW CLOSED. Our next submission cycle, for our 2019 season, will be open from January - March 2018. Please check back then for updated guidelines.
SUBMISSIONS FOR OUR 2018 SEASON ARE NOW CLOSED. Our next submission cycle, for our 2019 season, will be open from January - March 2018. Please check back then for updated guidelines.
Are you interested in submitting a play for consideration for Cottage Theatre's 2018 season?
Wonderful! Here’s what to do:
1. Read through these guidelines.
2. Complete the Director Submission Form (click button at very bottom of this page to access the form).
3. Submit a copy of your proposed play(s) (and soundtrack or music if you’re submitting a musical):
• via email to artistic@cottagetheatre.org
• or drop off to Cottage Theatre, 700 Village Drive, Cottage Grove
Completed submission forms and scripts must be received no later than March 13, 2017 to be considered.
Please note that we are looking for full-length productions of 90 minutes or more. Our target cast size range is typically 4-40, ie. a minimum of 4 roles up to a maximum total cast of 40. If your play falls outside any of these parameters, please address this in your comments.
Wonderful! Here’s what to do:
1. Read through these guidelines.
2. Complete the Director Submission Form (click button at very bottom of this page to access the form).
3. Submit a copy of your proposed play(s) (and soundtrack or music if you’re submitting a musical):
• via email to artistic@cottagetheatre.org
• or drop off to Cottage Theatre, 700 Village Drive, Cottage Grove
Completed submission forms and scripts must be received no later than March 13, 2017 to be considered.
Please note that we are looking for full-length productions of 90 minutes or more. Our target cast size range is typically 4-40, ie. a minimum of 4 roles up to a maximum total cast of 40. If your play falls outside any of these parameters, please address this in your comments.
NEW for 2018 season:
Cottage Theatre has been selected as one of six community theatres nationwide to produce one of the winning scripts of the American Association of Community Theatre's 2018 NewPlayFest. We will be looking for someone to direct this world premiere production. If you would like to be considered to direct this play, please let us know of your interest in one of the following ways:
Cottage Theatre has been selected as one of six community theatres nationwide to produce one of the winning scripts of the American Association of Community Theatre's 2018 NewPlayFest. We will be looking for someone to direct this world premiere production. If you would like to be considered to direct this play, please let us know of your interest in one of the following ways:
- By clicking on the "Interested in directing world premiere play" button below and completing the brief form. (Use this option if you are only interested in being considered to direct this new script but are not submitting a separate play or musical for consideration.)
- By indicating your interest as part of the regular play/musical submission process. (Use this option if you are submitting one or more play/musical proposals and also wish to be considered as a possible director of the AACT world premiere play.)
Brief outline of the 2018 Season Selection Process:
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Now - March 13
April May 15 Early June Early June June 19 By July 1 July - August Late August |
Potential directors submit play proposals and/or declare interest in directing world premiere play (by March 13 deadline)
Artistic Committee and Board read and rank AACT NewPlayFest finalist scripts Artistic Committee reviews director proposals and develops recommended slate of plays for 2018 Artistic Committee Chair presents report and recommendation to Board of Directors Board reviews proposed season and may hold special additional meeting to discuss If needed, Artistic Committee reconvenes to respond to Board questions or requests for revision Board finalizes and approves 2018 season (if no rights issues cause delay) Artistic Committee notifies directors (confidentially) of decision Artistic Committee chooses director for AACT world premiere play 2018 Season is publicly announced |
Selection Criteria:
The 2018 Cottage Theatre season will include six productions, ideally three musicals and three straight plays, with a mix of comedies and dramas. It is the Board’s intention that one of the three play slots be filled by the AACT NewPlayFest world premiere.
Cottage Theatre strives to offer a balance of show genres, sizes, and casting requirements each year. Directors are encouraged to submit more than one play title for consideration to increase the chances that one of their selections might be considered for the season.
The following are among the factors that will be considered in evaluating submissions:
• Appeal of the play/musical to our audience
• The show’s technical requirements and CT’s ability to produce it
• The director’s experience in theatre
• The director’s “people skills”
Feel free to contact Cottage Theatre via email or phone (541-942-8001) if you have any questions. Thanks very much for your willingness to be part of our next season!
The 2018 Cottage Theatre season will include six productions, ideally three musicals and three straight plays, with a mix of comedies and dramas. It is the Board’s intention that one of the three play slots be filled by the AACT NewPlayFest world premiere.
Cottage Theatre strives to offer a balance of show genres, sizes, and casting requirements each year. Directors are encouraged to submit more than one play title for consideration to increase the chances that one of their selections might be considered for the season.
The following are among the factors that will be considered in evaluating submissions:
• Appeal of the play/musical to our audience
• The show’s technical requirements and CT’s ability to produce it
• The director’s experience in theatre
• The director’s “people skills”
Feel free to contact Cottage Theatre via email or phone (541-942-8001) if you have any questions. Thanks very much for your willingness to be part of our next season!
