Finding Submission Opportunities for Completed Work
Finishing a play is a huge milestone. After spending months or years writing, revising, and polishing your script, the next challenge is figuring out what to do with it.
For many first-time and emerging playwrights, the question is simple: Where can I submit my finished play?
The good news is that there are many opportunities available—but finding the right ones can take time. The key is knowing where to look and making sure each opportunity is a good fit for your work.
LOOK FOR OPPORTUNITIES THAT MATCH YOUR PLAY
Before submitting, always read the eligibility requirements carefully. This is one of the most common mistakes new playwrights make.
Some opportunities may have specific requirements related to:
- Location
- Experience level
- Play length
- Genre
- Production history
- Whether the work has been previously produced
Taking a few minutes to review the guidelines can save time and help you focus on opportunities where your play has the best chance of being considered.
KEEP TRACK OF IMPORTANT DETAILS
A good submission search involves more than just finding deadlines. Pay attention to details such as:
- Submission deadlines
- Eligibility requirements
- Fees
- Accepted formats
- What the opportunity offers playwrights
Having this information in one place makes the submission process much easier to manage.
FINDING PLAY SUBMISSION OPPORTUNITIES
One of the biggest challenges for playwrights is keeping up with available opportunities. Submission calls are announced throughout the year, and details can change quickly.
A resource like the Play Submissions Helper provides a regularly updated collection of listings. For playwrights who want to stay informed about new opportunities, signing up for updates can be a simple way to discover submission possibilities without having to search countless websites on their own.
START SUBMITTING YOUR WORK
Completing a play is an achievement—but getting it out into the world requires taking the next step.
Don’t wait for the perfect opportunity or assume there are no places for your work. With the right resources and a consistent approach, you can find opportunities that fit your play and begin building your submission journey.
Your next submission could be the one that leads somewhere unexpected.