{"id":16586,"date":"2024-07-16T11:39:58","date_gmt":"2024-07-16T15:39:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.playwrights.ca\/2024\/07\/04\/the-2023-2024-young-creators-unit-copy\/"},"modified":"2024-10-12T13:07:59","modified_gmt":"2024-10-12T17:07:59","slug":"the-2024-2025-young-creators-unit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.playwrights.ca\/fr\/2024\/07\/16\/the-2024-2025-young-creators-unit\/","title":{"rendered":"The 2024-2025 Young Creators Unit"},"content":{"rendered":"
Calling all emerging playwrights and theatre creators, the 2024-2025 Young Creators Unit is now accepting applications!<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

If you have any questions regarding accessibility, require assistance with your application, or would like to discuss alternative methods of applying and deadline flexibility, please contact accessibility@playwrights.ca<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In 2024, we are proudly celebrating the 10th anniversary of the Young Creators Unit!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Applications are now open and due by August 11, 2024, 11:59PM EST.<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you a theatre maker under 30, looking to hone your craft in storytelling? Do you have a brilliant idea for a play, but are not sure how to get it on paper? Or maybe you need feedback and guidance to elevate your first draft to the next level?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If any of this sounds like you, then PWM\u2019s Young Creators Unit is the place to develop your work and artistry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This creative incubator supports emerging artists to find their voice, make connections, and learn new storytelling skills, all while developing the practical skills they need to establish a successful career in the arts. All you need to apply is an idea, a question, theme, or an image you\u2019d like to explore.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

From September 2024 -June 2025, participants will receive one-on-one dramaturgical sessions, mentorships with industry professionals, and participate in group writing sessions and workshops. YCU participants are also provided professional development resources and opportunities, such as grant writing support and guidance, access to local theatre performances, and networking opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you are interested in learning more about the Young Creators Unit and PWM, or about the YCU 2024-2025 Application Process, please email Leila at leila@playwrights.ca<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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YCU is led by PWM\u2019s Artistic Producer & Dramaturg, Leila Ghaemi.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Thrilled to be back leading the YCU for her third year, Leila Ghaemi (she\/elle) is a dramaturg, director and teaching artist. Her artistic pillars include responsible MENASA representation, radical theatre empowerment, and new play development. She received her BFA in Theatre Arts and MFA in Theatre Education & Direction from Boston University\u2019s School of Theatre, where she grew her love for and skills in dramaturgical methods. She currently serves as the board president for Persephone Productions Montreal. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Recent external credits include: Creative Consultant, POTUS (The Segal Centre); Cultural Consultant & Audience Engagement, English (The Segal Centre for the Performing Arts); Senior School Drama Teacher, The Study School; Co-Director, Pool (No Water) (Persephone Productions Montreal); Director, Romeo & Juliet (Classic Repertory Theatre); Director, The Scarlet Letter (Classic Repertory Theatre); Artistic Associate, New Repertory Theatre; Dramaturg & Director, The Tragic Ecstasy of Girlhood (Boston Playwrights\u2019 Theatre); and Script Reader & Conservatory Associate, American Conservatory Theater.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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PWM welcomes all applications. While recognizing that the identity of each person is fundamentally plural, and multidimensional, we strongly encourage applications from artists who are: Indigenous (First Nations, M\u00e9tis, and Inuit), Black, POC, racialized (including recent immigrants), 2SLGBTQQIPAA+, neurodivergent, disabled, living with chronic illness and\/or chronic pain. PWM is strongly committed to supporting a wide range of cultural identities and lived experiences, therefore we encourage applicants to self-identify in their application if they are comfortable doing so.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

 Click here to preview the application form as a PDF.<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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If you are interested in applying, please fill out this Google Form<\/a> by 11:59 PM EST on August 11th, 2024.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your application will require the following information:<\/p>\n\n\n\n