MARCH 18 - MARCH 21st, 2021

Admission is free for the staged readings, but reservations are required.

The Chain Playwriting Lab continues its commitment to developing new plays by diverse artists and underrepresented voices in the American Theatre. Since its inception, Chain has developed plays focusing on what unites us, links us together as well as what divides us. It’s storytelling that binds us, regardless of gender, race or creed.

This year’s plays in development are Queen Z by Michael A. Jones, directed by Ella Jane New; Georgie D. by Jessica Durdock Moreno, directed by Rick Hamilton; and White Knuckle by Juan Ramirez, Jr. , directed by G.D. Kimble.

The Chain Playwriting Lab is a six-week, intensive process led by Ella Jane New. Playwrights meet regularly with directors, developing and crafting their plays, and eventually bringing in actors to hear the scripts aloud. The Lab culminates in two staged readings of each play virtually from the Chain Theatre March 18th - March 21st, 2021.

This program has been made possible with the support of the New York Department of Cultural Affairs.