Richey Suncoast Theatre Launches Creative Playwrights' Lab & Workshop

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Media Release | August 2026
Richey Suncoast Theatre

Richey Suncoast Theatre is launching a dynamic new Playwrights’ Workshop, and we need more than just writers. We are building a creative engine, and we want actors and directors to be part of the foundation.

This is your backstage pass to the raw creative process. Whether you are a seasoned storyteller or just starting, this is your chance to:

Develop original plays in a supportive, hands-on environment.
Collaborate across disciplines to bring scripts from the page to the stage.
Sharpen cold-reading and performance skills through live workshopping.
Produce—contribute to a one-act festival premiering August 2026!

The Mission – This isn’t a lecture; it’s a lab. We connect playwrights with the actors and directors who will eventually breathe life into their work. Our goal is a collaborative development cycle that culminates in a high-energy festival of original one-act plays.

Key Highlights

Hands-on Script Development: Real-time feedback and evolution.
Skill Building: Directing and acting exercises focused on new works.
Creative Community: A network of local artists dedicated to new stories.

How to Join

Cost: Your commitment and your creativity.

Ready to start? Email Robert Grogan at grogrgp613@gmail.com, or Jess Glass jglass@richeysuncoasttheatre.com

Playwrights: Please include a 10-page writing sample or a specific project pitch in your email.
Actors & Directors: Simply reach out and let us know you’re ready to collaborate!