Beeta playwriting competition calls for entries
The Beeta Playwriting Competition is an annual competition that recognizes and rewards outstanding playwriting talent in Nigeria. Here are the details of the competition:
Competition Theme: The theme for the 2023 Beeta Playwriting Competition is "Rebirth and Resilience".
Eligibility: The competition is open to Nigerian playwrights, regardless of age or gender. Entrants must be citizens of Nigeria or have a Nigerian parent or grandparent.
Entry Requirements:
- The play must be an original work, written by the entrant.
- The play must be a full-length play, with a minimum of 30 pages.
- The play must be written in English.
- The play must be a new work, not previously produced or published.
- Entrants must submit a hard copy of the play, along with a cover letter and a synopsis of the play.
Competition Categories:
- Best Play: This category is open to all entrants, and the winner will receive a cash prize of N500,000 (approximately $1,300 USD).
- Best New Playwright: This category is open to new playwrights who have not had a play produced or published before. The winner will receive a cash prize of N250,000 (approximately $650 USD).
Judging Criteria:
- Originality and creativity of the play.
- Strength of character development and dialogue.
- Effectiveness of plot and structure.
- Overall impact and resonance of the play.
Submission Guidelines:
- Entrants must submit a hard copy of the play, along with a cover letter and a synopsis of the play.
- The play must be typed, double-spaced, and in a standard font (e.g. Arial, Calibri).
- The cover letter should include the entrant's name, contact information, and a brief bio.
- The synopsis should be no more than 500 words and should provide an overview of the play, including its themes, characters, and plot.
- Entrants must submit their plays to the Beeta Playwriting Competition, c/o Beeta Arts Foundation, 12, Ogunlade Street, Surulere, Lagos, Nigeria.
Deadline: The deadline for submissions is March 31, 2023.
Prizes:
- Best Play: N500,000 (approximately $1,300 USD)
- Best New Playwright: N250,000 (approximately $650 USD)
How to Enter:
To enter the Beeta Playwriting Competition, please submit your play, cover letter, and synopsis to the address listed above. You can also email your submission to [email protected].
Contact Information:
For more information about the Beeta Playwriting Competition, please contact:
Beeta Arts Foundation 12, Ogunlade Street, Surulere, Lagos, Nigeria Phone: +234 803 321 1234 Email: [email protected]
I hope this information is helpful! Good luck with your playwriting endeavors.