EMERGING WRITER'S GROUP AT THE PUBLIC

The Public Theater is now accepting applications for the 2009 Emerging Writer's Group.

Playwrights in the Writer's Group will:

--Receive a stipend of $3,000
--Participate in a biweekly writers group led by The Public’s Literary Department
--Receive at least one reading at The Public
--Participate in master classes led by established playwrights
--Observe rehearsals for productions at The Public
--Receive an additional stipend for theater tickets to productions at other theaters
--Receive complimentary tickets to Public Theater shows, invited dress rehearsals and other special events
--Receive career development advice from mid-career and established writers
--Receive artistic and professional support from the literary department and artistic staff.

This sounds like a tremendous opportunity for new playwrights!

Applications will be accepted through August 29.

Details and application information are available at:

http://www.publictheater.org/content/view/88/155/