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"To succeed in life you need three things-
a wishbone, a backbone, and a funny bone."
-Reba McEntire
Submissions for 2027 Carolina New Works Play Festival Open September 1, 2026!
In the summer of 2025, UNC Charlotte’s Department of Theatre, in partnership with Three Bone Theatre, announced the launch of the Carolina New Works Play Festival supporting North and South Carolina playwrights. Through readings, workshops, and in-depth collaborations, the Carolina New Works Play Festival (CNWPF) showcases the creative process of developing new plays.
play Festival Schedule
The Charlotte New Works Play Festival is a collaboration between Three Bone Theatre and the University of North Carolina—Charlotte. CNWPF is currently accepting script submissions for its 2027 Summer season. Submissions are open between September 1 - December 15, 2026.
What is the CNWPF looking for in a script?
We are looking for North and South Carolina playwrights. Plays must be full length and never produced. Submitting author is the sole owner of the rights. No musical submissions will be considered. Maximum of six actors.
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To see a PDF of the Submission Form. Please click here.
2026 Winning Plays
How I Got Forgotten
written by Glenn Rawls
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TRE
written by T.J. Lewis
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You Can't Smoke in Burbank
written by Skylar Schock
Support the 2027 Festival
The Carolina New Works Play Festival is FREE to attend and all artists (including UNCC Students and script readers) are paid a stipend for their time and artistry! If you love new work, please consider making a donation to help support the 2027 Carolina New Works Play Festival. Your donation helps ensure that the festival can continue for a second year and we hope this festival will be around for a long time!
Thank you for considering a gift.
Important Dates
Submissions Open
September 1, 2026
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Submissions Close
December 15, 2026
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Playwrights will be notified
by March 31, 2027
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Festival Dates
June 2027 TBD
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