Philadelphia Playwrights- Terrance McNally Award - Philadelphia Theatre Company

For every generation of playwrights, there are the select few whose work is truly transformative and who use the power of theatre to reach the hearts and minds of audiences. Terrence McNally was one such playwright, and we at PTC are excited to resurrect the Terrence McNally Award to honor and celebrate his life and legacy.



In 2021, the McNally Award promises to push the conversation forward in a way that builds upon McNally’s artistic mission and for the first time, the award will only be open to Philadelphia playwrights. The McNally Award-winning playwright will receive a cash award of $5,000 and early development guidance, including administrative and dramaturgical support. The company also will facilitate access to professional connections to help manage the future of the playwright and their work, and will publicize both the prize and subsequent presentations.



Submissions open December 1st and close on February 1st. If you are a playwright who would like to submit their work for the Terrence McNally Award please submit using this google form: https://bit.ly/3qeyJez. If you do not have a Gmail account or have trouble accessing the application online, you may submit your application directly by emailing artsadmin@philatheatreco.org, who will then send you the application questions.



For more information on eligibility and guidelines, please visit our website at https://philadelphiatheatrecompany.org/terrence-mcnally-award/.