Applications open for THE HERMAN VOADEN NATIONAL PLAYWRITING COMPETITION

This biennial nation-wide open competition, named to honor the Canadian pioneer playwright Herman Voaden, is judged “blind”. The judges select the Winners and Honorable Mentions without knowing the names of the playwrights.

Herman Voaden (1903-1991), Canadian playwright, director and theatrical innovator, was a lifelong champion of Canadian culture.

“It gives some satisfaction to know that the crusade I have helped to lead has made it possible for the dreamers and innovators of today’s theatre to follow their dreams and continue their innovations.”

This competition, made possible by a generous bequest from Mr. Voaden’s estate, is dedicated to his memory and honors his goals to develop a distinctively Canadian art of the theatre and to encourage the writing of Canadian drama.

For complete competition details, and application information, please click here.

Deadline to submit: All entries must be e-mailed no later than 11:59pm, January 15, 2017.