2026 Submissions NOW OPEN!
It’s that time again! Our inbox is open to receive your submissions for 2026 at the Old Fitz Theatre.
That’s right. We cannot wait to piece together another year of exceptional theatre through our Mainstage, Late Night, and New Works Festival (NWF) programs.
Firstly, lets define these three unique programs…
ABOUT MAINSTAGE: Mainstage productions typically run for 4 weeks (including production week). They champion artistic excellence and are home to the passion projects of our local arts leaders.
ABOUT LATE NIGHT: Re-activating the space after our Mainstage productions take their bows, these slots are perfect for teeth-cutting, bold innovation, out-of-the-box creative expression, and productions with minimal technical requirements. Late Night teams must be prepared to work with the design choices of the Mainstage team, run for 1-2 weeks, and are ideally 45-80 minutes in length. When it comes to Late Night, flexibility is the name of the game.
ABOUT THE NEW WORKS FESTIVAL (NWF): In 2026 the NWF will run for 11 weeks, August-October. In addition to our annual Playwright’s Fund fundraiser, Fitz Happens, the Festival will include 9x new works to be presented in the regular Mainstage / Late Night format.
CLICK HERE to learn more about the Mainstage and Late Night programs.
& now - lets talk submissions!
WHO? There is no limitation for who should apply, and we strongly encourage EOIs from practitioners who identify across underrepresented pockets, including our vibrant communities of gender, race, sexuality, and artists with disability.
WHAT? Live Performance, in all forms and definitions. The Old Fitz is a unique hub of daring and high quality productions. From the intimate to the epic, if you have a work you’re passionate about bringing to life, we want to hear from you.
HOW? Please answer the following in a medium that suits you best - written or video applications welcome. Written applications are to be kept to 1x A4 page, videos limited to 5 minutes.
1) Production title & name of playwright/s or creator/s
2) Whether you’re interested in Mainstage and/or Late Night and/or New Works Festival programming
3) About the work (including its run time)
4) Name of Production Company and/or Producer/s
5) Names of team members and if they’re confirmed/unconfirmed
6) Your availability for production in 2025
Please attach this to your submission email, along with the script (if applicable), an additional 1x page containing bios for the involved creatives (optional), and proof of rights availability.
QUESTIONS? If you have any questions at all concerning the submission process, including accessibility concerns or requirements, please get in touch with us at info@oldfitztheatre.com.au.
DEADLINE? Please send your submission to info@oldfitztheatre.com.au by MIDNIGHT AEDT SUNDAY 31 AUGUST 2025.
DON’T FORGET to check out our Open Days program! From free space hire and submissions meetings to affordable headshots and a buzzing networking night, we’ve packed the week with opportunities to create, connect, and get inspired this pitching season.