I'm Coming | A Performance Project

Get ready for the return of "I'm Coming: A Performance Project"!

I'm Coming: A Performance Project debuted in 2019 to great acclaim by participants and patrons! Thinking Cap Theatre in partnership with is thrilled to offer this meaningful program again!

This documentary theatre project supports LGBTQ+ women in transforming their coming out stories into original short plays for public performance. Participants will work with professional artists to learn how plays are made from page to stage in a safe, supportive creative environment.

Participation in the project includes the following:

• 4 Virtual Theatre Workshops
• One-on-one Script Revision Sessions with Workshop Faciliators
• 2-Week Rehearsal Period (evenings/weekends)
• 2 Public Performances at Hollywood Central Performing Arts Center

Registration for PLAYWRIGHT spots is limited, so register while you can if this is your area of greatest interest!

Participants may also register to participate in the following capacities: acting, costume/lighting/set/sound design, direction, stage management.

When you register, you will receive a form by email to select your area(s) of interest (playwriting, acting, designing, stage management).

If the registration fee poses a burden to you, please reach out to us at [email protected]; we have a limited number of scholarships available.

KEY DATES

Workshops ( Virtual | ZOOM):

Workshop #1: Wednesday, April 9, 7-9pm

Workshop #2: Wednesday, April 16, 7-9pm

Workshop #3: Wednesday, April 23, 7-9pm

First Draft Due: Saturday, April 26, 11:59pm

Script Revisions (One-on-Ones): April 28 - May 6 (scheduled individually)

Workshop #4: Wednesday, May 7 , 7-9pm

Final Drafts Due: Sunday, May 18

Casting & Rehearsals: May 19 - May 30, times TBD

Tech Week Rehearsals: May 31 - June 4, evenings

Final Dress Rehearsal: Thursday, June 5, 5-10pm

2 Culminating Public Performances:

Friday, June 6 at 7:30pm

Saturday, June 7 at 7:30pm

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Hollywood Central Performing Arts Center, 1770 Monroe Street, Hollywood, United States