The Fergus Grand Theatre’s 10-Minute Playwriting Contest Returns

CENTRE WELLINGTON –The Fergus Grand Theatre is thrilled to welcome back the 10-Minute Playwriting Contest, to be presented in conjunction with World Theatre Day 2027 festivities at the Theatre. Now entering its third year, the contest aims to showcase the creative talent of playwrights and performers within the community and beyond – bringing together local artists, theatre enthusiasts, and the wider community to celebrate the power of theatre in a dynamic and innovative way.

Call for Submissions: Aspiring playwrights are invited to submit their 10-minute plays, with the contest theme “The New Plan” – whatever that means to the playwright. The contest is open to all Canadian residents, and all genres of spoken drama are allowed, except musicals. Only one submission per playwright is permitted, and there is no fee to submit; however, all submissions must be suitable for an all-ages audience. Submissions must also be available for performance, not be previously published or produced, and contain no copyrighted material not released for use.

Contest Details:

• Submission Deadline: December 24, 2026
• Play Length: 10 Minutes (About 10 pages)
• Format: Standard Play Format in English
• Staging: Maximum of four actors, minimal technical requirements
• For full contest rules and restrictions, please visit our website: www.centrewellington.ca/beyondtheticket

How to Enter: Plays must be submitted in PDF format using a webform on our website (www.centrewellington.ca/beyondtheticket - found under tab “10-Minute Play Contest”). Winning plays will be selected in January of 2027, and will receive a staged reading as part of the Fergus Grand Theatre’s World Theatre Day event.

“Happy writing, and good luck!” Says Theatre Coordinator Eric Goudie.

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For more information:

Hannah Barclay

Communications & Engagement Coordinator

Township of Centre Wellington | 1 MacDonald Square, Elora, ON N0B 1S0

519.846.9691 x221