NO ENTRY FEE // INTERNATIONAL OPEN CALL
The Carlo Annoni International Playwriting Prize is proud to launch its 10th Anniversary Edition! The organisation is officially seeking play submissions centred around LGBTQ+ themes and the celebration of diversity in the sphere of love, society, politics, and culture.
Whether you are an emerging or established writer, this platform wants to read your work!
UK & International Submissions
While the prize is open to playwrights worldwide, there will be a warm welcome and a high level of encouragement for submissions from writers based in the UK, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland, aiming to amplify diverse voices from these cultural landscapes.
Prizes & Awards
Main Prizes:
Two cash prizes of €1,000 each (one for Best Play in English, one for Best Play in Italian).
Other Awards for Special Mentions: Additional categories including Best Comedy, Best Short Play, and Next Generation.
Key Guidelines
- No Submission Fee (100% free to enter).
- Copyright and rights remain entirely with the playwright.
- Plays of any length are accepted (full-length, one-act, or short plays).
- Both unperformed scripts and plays that have already been produced are welcome.
- Multiple submissions are allowed.
Key Dates
- Submission Deadline: April 30, 2027
- Finalists Announcement: May 30, 2027
- Awards Ceremony: September 12, 2027, in Milan, Italy.
How to Apply
Simply email your script(s) to: [email protected] (You will receive an immediate confirmation of receipt).
For full rules and guidelines, visit our website: premiocarloannoni.eu
