2025 CREATORS LAB
The Creators Lab is SFBATCO's incubation space for the development of original theatrical works by emerging creatives. The Lab is a writing cohort and workshop series that will operate in a virtual/in-person hybrid model.
Led by Aidaa Peerzada, Playwright and SFBATCO’s Literary & Outreach Manager. The Lab is focused on Emerging to Mid Career writers who have a new play in the making, which they are ready to take to the next stage of development. We’re thrilled to continue this program for a fourth year in a row!
This fall/winter program is a creative space for expanding concepts or first drafts into scripts ready for professional workshops or productions.
All participants will receive a $500 stipend for their participation. After the development process, participants will have an opportunity to present a staged performance or reading of their piece with actors at a public showcase.
KEY DATES
Feb 18, 2025: Application Opens
Mar 14, 2025: Application Closes at 11:59PM PT
Apr 2025: Interviews
Early May 2025: Applicants Notified
Aug 25, 2025: Orientation Meeting
Sep & Oct 2025: Cohort Session 2x a week
Nov & Dec 2025: Rehearsal for Stage Reading
Dec 6-7, 2025: Public Showcase
Application Link >>
Check out last year’s Creators Lab here >>
“Participating in SFBATCO’s Creators Lab was one of those rarified experiences that seem to exist only in legend. For months I was given the logistical, practical and financial support to work on a new play. SFBATCO invested in my story in a way that uplifted both my experience as an artist and as a community member. Getting the chance to see my play brought to life by a talented director and cast during the New Roots Theatre Festival was an invaluable experience that I’ll never forget.”