Submissions for SPF NYC 2025 are now closed.
Submissions for BOO! open in June!
Submissions close on March 25
Plays run one weekend out of three, Thurs – Sat 7pm, Sunday 3pm
June 5 – 22, 2025
New York City is like no other place in the world! We are seeking plays that get to the heart of the Big Apple and explore what makes this town tick. Unique New York – it’s more than a tongue twister – it is a way of life! Plays must be NYC–themed or have something to do with living in NYC. Descriptions of past plays are here.
Plays must have a running time of 15 minutes or less (which roughly translates to 15 pages) to qualify for the weekly contest. Each week a winner – selected by audience vote – receives the honor of “Best of the Week” and $100 prize.
The shows are produced entirely by the playwright and their team, are non union, and are presented at the Steve & Marie Sgouros Black Box Theatre – located on the 3rd floor of the historic Players Theatre in the heart of Greenwich Village – NYC. There is one-time $50 tech fee for any play that is chosen and decides to participate. There is NO submission fee.
Please DO NOT submit plays that are for LUV or BOO. They will be rejected automatically–remember, this is for SPF NYC so we are looking for all things – funny, poignant, etc. – NYC!
Please also check out this page for details that will improve your play’s chance on getting selected. You can also find our handbook Click here: SPF TIPS