Queensland Writers Centre’s Stageable program focusses on the development of emerging playwrights and theatre writing. Open nationally, the Program accepts submissions of all forms of unpublished and unproduced plays and writing intended for the stage.

Successful (shortlisted) applicants to the program will receive consultation with Queensland Writers Centre (QWC) staff and one-on-one mentorship with a matched industry professional, with the aim of sparking ongoing creative and professional connections.

Applications open: Monday 25 August – Tuesday 7 October 2025

By making an application, applicants acknowledge to have read and understood the Application Guidelines.

For assistance with your application, please contact us at able@qldwriters.org.au or call the Centre on (07) 3842 9922.

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Writer information

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* Writer details

Please note max. word count limits in this Application Form are enforced. Words exceeding the word count will be disregarded, or may render your application ineligible. This form cannot be saved so please ensure you're ready to submit when beginning your application.

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* Writer profile –
A 40-word bio.

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* Previous writing experience –
Include details of any previous production and/or publication history, relevant stage experience (writing, acting, directing) and/or awards. Please note that it's okay not to have credits yet – this program is for emerging writers. Max. 200 words.

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* Are you a current member of a state writers' centre in the National Writers' Centre Network?
This includes Queensland Writers Centre, NT Writers' Centre, TasWriters, Writing NSW, Writers SA, Writers Victoria, and Writing WA.

Script information

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* Title

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* One-sentence logline –
What's your play about? Hook us in and sum up the most important elements of your story: your main character/protagonist, conflict, etc.

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* Synopsis –
Max. 400 words.

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* Script format –
Eligible submissions are outlined in the Application Guidelines. For other stageplay formats please contact QWC before making your application.

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* Genre –
Max. two choices.

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* Market segment –
Which market segment is your work most likely to resonate with?

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* Accessibility requirements

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* Why should this work be staged?
Address:
  • What is the work's point of difference?
  • What brought you to this story?
Max. 50 words.

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* Content –
Is there content our readers should be aware of, or that could be triggering? If so, please outline below. This is a protection for readers only and won't otherwise affect your application. Optional; max. 20 words.

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* Upload your submission –

Submit up to 50 pages of script/s formatted as per the Application Guidelines.

Submissions accepted in unrestricted Word (.docx) or PDF format. Include the title of the manuscript in the file name. Do not include the author’s name or identifying details on any portion of the manuscript.

PDF, DOC, DOCX file types only.
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Demographic information
Optional. Responses may be used for reporting to funding bodies (deidentified).

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* Do you identify as being of Culturally and/or Linguistically Diverse background (CaLD)?

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* Do you identify as Aboriginal, First Nations, Indigenous, Torres Strait Islander, Tiwi Islander or South Sea Islander?

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* Gender

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* Age range

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* Disability

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* Finalise application

Choose your application fee and/or add-ons.

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