Season Planning Process

Each Theatre@First production begins as someone's dream. Theatre@First will be selecting mainstage productions through an application and interview process for directors with shows to propose. Through this process we look to remove barriers to participation, welcome new directors into our organization more smoothly, and to increase the diversity of both our directing bench and the voices we feature in our work.

To volunteer for the Season Planning Committee please email our Production Coordinator

If you are interested in becoming an Assistant Director please email our Artistic Director

Designers and technical crew, or those who would like to learn to fill those roles, are encouraged to email our Technical Coordinator

Overview

Directors are invited to propose shows for Theatre@First to produce under their direction by filling out the application form. Each proposal will be reviewed by our Artistic Director and then considered by the Season Planning Committee, made up of volunteers from our organization. Every director whose application is accepted for consideration will be interviewed by a team including the Artistic Director, Technical Coordinator, and Production Coordinator. Public comment on the list of potential titles will be invited to provide transparency and allow us to gauge enthusiasm and encourage participation.

2025-2026 Season Planning Timeline

For this round of the Season Planning Process directors are invited to propose plays to be performed in November 2025, Feb/March 2026, May/June 2026, and November 2026.

Application Window Open October 15, 2024

Application Deadline December 15, 2024

Reading Period until February 1, 2025

Applicant Interviews February 2025

Selection Deadline April 1, 2025

Production Announcement April 15, 2025

Guidelines

What does the application require?

Who can apply to direct with Theatre@First?

What are the criteria for a Theatre@First show?

What else? 

Questions?