
Information For Directors
Theatre@First is currently accepting applications from directors interested in doing a staged reading at Theatre@First. Directors will choose their own plays. To be considered, plays should have 2-6 actors; if there are more roles, please be prepared how you will double-cast to keep the total actors to six. Plays should not require music, sound or lighting effects. Preference will be given to new works and works unlikely to be produced as T@F mainstage productions, but all applications will be considered. The Program Director encourages directors to consider works of playwrights from communities under-represented in the theatrical canon.
Plays will be presented at Unity Church of God as staged readings, without blocking, costumes, sound or lighting beyond what is available in the hall. Theatre@First will provide space for up to 2 nights of auditions, 1 dress rehearsal and 2 performances. Directors are encouraged to hold auditions, although invited casts are permitted. Space for additional rehearsals will be up to the individual directors. Theatre@First will also provide up to six stools and music stands for the reading. There is track lighting above the Unity stage that will be used for performances. The Program Director will help with publicity and staffing of roles such as stage manager and box office staff, as needed.
For examples of previous Bare Bones productions, please visit the Past Projects page.
Schedule
| ROUND | First | Second | Third | |||
| Applications Due | Jan 15th | June 1st | Aug 27th | |||
| Play Announced | Jan 22nd | June 27th | Sept 12th* | |||
| Auditions Week | Feb 14th | July 18th | Oct 3rd* | |||
| Performancest | Mar 27-28 | Aug 26 | Nov 12-13* |
* All dates tentative
Applications for this third round of proposals are due by 5pm on Friday, August 27th.
If the Program Director is not familiar with the play you are proposing, she will contact you to arrange to read the script. If you have any trouble with this form, or any questions, please email taf@theatreatfirst.org.
Proposal Form


