Participants will develop a full-length script with mentorship from nationally recognized playwright Evan Linder. They will engage in workshops, peer feedback, and one-on-one guidance, helping them strengthen both craft and voice and collaborate with a cohort of fellow writers, sharing insights, encouragement, and creative energy. One participant’s play will be selected for a staged reading with LoneTree Live, giving their work a chance to be performed for an audience.

Meet the Facilitator: Evan Linder
Evan Linder is a nationally recognized playwright and co-founder of Chicago’s The New Colony. His work, including 5 Lesbians Eating a Quiche and Byhalia, Mississippi, has been produced across the U.S. and internationally. Evan brings a wealth of experience in developing fresh voices and guiding writers through the full process of play creation.

Who Should Apply:

• Playwrights of all experience levels from the Mid-South region.

• Those who are ready to commit to the 10-week program beginning Jan. 11 and actively develop a script.

• Open to writers of all ages, genders, and backgrounds.

 

Program Timeline
Applications open: October 1, 2025
Program runs: January 11 - March 15, 2026
Sessions held in-person / virtual options as applicable.
Staged reading of one play likely will occur the evening of Wed., April 8 - details TBD.
 

Apply at the link above. Be prepared to include:

• Your contact and general information

• A cover letter or statement of interest

• A writing sample (script excerpt or full scene)

• Optional references

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and selected participants will be notified by Dec. 15, 2025.

Seed to Script is made possible with support from the Tennessee Arts Commission and the ARTSMemphis Arts Building Communities Grant, signaling a local and statewide belief in LoneTree Live’s mission to cultivate emerging artists and audience development.

Questions? Email us at lonetreelive@gmail.com.
We’re happy to answer questions and help you submit your materials.