Voicing stories, inspiring growth, and creating connections
We empower people of all ages and backgrounds to voice stories through theatre, inspiring individual growth and creating meaningful community connections.
Playwrights Project programs reach over 6,000 people annually, serving youth in San Diego schools and underserved populations of all ages.
“A model program for schools…One of our star projects.”
California Arts Council
Upcoming Events
Beyond Prison Walls
Beyond Prison Walls
These heartfelt and inspiring plays demonstrate the compassion and creativity of the writers in our arts in corrections programs.
Lights Up! Playwrights Take the Stage
Lights Up! Playwrights Take the Stage
Click here to RSVP for Lights Up! Be the first know which student playwrights will be featured at the 41st Plays by Young Writers Festival in February 2026! This informal, in-person reception will take place at the Salvation Army Kroc Center, in the Rolando Room. We wil...
41st Annual Plays by Young Writers – Productions, Staged Readings & Night of Celebration
41st Annual Plays by Young Writers – Productions, Staged Readings & Night of Celebration
Features all winning plays and include a reception with the playwrights. Proceeds help support Playwrights Project.
California Young Playwrights Contest – Submission Deadline
California Young Playwrights Contest – Submission Deadline
The Contest is open to all Californians under the age of 19. Submit your original scripts for a chance to win a production on the Plays by Young Writers Festival.
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