Applications Opening December 7 for the 2027 Northeast PA Playwrights Incubator!
Scranton Fringe’s playwriting development program returns for a second year, offering stipends, professional mentorship, and a festival-stage opportunity for regional writers.
Following a successful inaugural year, Scranton Fringe is excited to announce that applications for the 2027 Northeast PA Playwrights Incubator will open on December 7, 2026, and remain open through January 31, 2027.
Launched in 2026 with founding support from In This Together NEPA, the program helps emerging and aspiring playwrights across Northeast Pennsylvania develop original theatrical work through mentorship, creative guidance, and professional development.
For 2027, three to five playwrights will be selected to receive:
- A $450 writing stipend.
- Dedicated mentorship and professional feedback (Apr
- Virtual professional development sessions and writing support.
- A staged reading of their work at the 2027 Scranton Fringe Festival, October 14–24.
The program is designed for writers working on a new play, whether they’re starting with an outline, developing an early draft, or revising an existing script. All development and professional development activities will take place virtually, making the opportunity accessible to writers throughout the region.
New to playwriting? We encourage you to apply! You don’t need a completed script or an extensive professional résumé. Our application is simple, and we’re interested in your ideas, your creative potential, and your enthusiasm for developing new work.
Applications: December 7, 2026 – January 31, 2027
Learn more about the program, eligibility, and how to apply at www.scrantonfringe.org.
Please note: This is a separate opportunity from the general 2027 Scranton Fringe Festival applications, which will open February 15 and close March 31, 2027.
