R & D (Reading & Drinking) Submissions

Reading & Drinking (also known as "R&D") is a free, informal gathering of artists where you can BYOB and Read & Develop new works & works in progress by local independent playwrights. Pieces range from short plays, full lengths, and musical excerpts. Our intention is to create a comfortable, judgement-free space for playwrights to present their work, hear their plays read aloud by local volunteer independent actors, and exchange a dialogue designed to provide insight on how to develop the piece further.

Fill our our submission form to enter your play for consideration for an R&D event.

Step1’s mission is to support the development of works by playwrights who come from communities experiencing marginalization. We lovingly ask folks who are submitting to please be discerning—if you feel this description resonates with you, please submit!