Key elements

• Eligibility: Open to all playwrights

• Play Length: 45 or 90 minutes duration

• Originality: Plays must be original and unpublished or produced

• Language: Plays must be in English or include English Translation

• Submission format: pdf

• Font: Times New Roman or Arial 12pt

• Page Numbers: included on all pages

• Title Page: Plays title, playwright name and contact information

Format Guidelines: Australian Playwright scripts submission standards https://apt.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/APT-Submissions-Style-Guide-08.13.21.pdf

Submission Requirements:

• Synopsis/Abstract (150-200 words): A brief summary of the play’s plot, themes.

• Character List: Number of characters, their names, and brief descriptions (role in the story).

• Setting/Universe: A short description of the world or setting of the play (e.g., dystopian future or cozy café in Manly).

• One-Page Story: A condensed version of the story that fits on a single page, including the beginning, middle, and end.

• Playwright Bio: A short bio (100 words max) and contact information.

• Special Requirements: If needed, any special technical or staging needs (e.g., projections, live music, etc.).

Rights for Manly Theatre Group:

By submitting your play, playwrights grant the Manly Theatre Group production and performance rights for the July 2025 production. Playwrights retain full ownership of their work and are free to publish or perform it elsewhere after the production. MTG will credit the playwright in all promotional materials and performances. All enquiries and submissions to: manlytheatregroup@gmail.com. MTG is a not-for-profit and does not pay playwrights for scripts.