Application
Deadline: December 12, 2008 (receipt)

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McKnight National Residency and Commission
Supported by a grant from The McKnight Foundation, this program aids in the commissioning and production of new works from nationally recognized playwrights. The recipient playwright receives a $12,500 commission and commits to a residency at the Center while the play is in development. The play is developed using the Center's resources and professional actors from the Twin Cities area.

Only nationally recognized playwrights who have had at least two different plays fully produced by professional theaters are eligible. The playwrights must not reside in Minnesota. Minnesota-based playwrights are not eligible for this award.

Applications (as detailed in the guidelines available above) must come from an agency or professional representing body. Unsolicited scripts will not be considered.

Selection Process Applications are screened for eligibility by The Playwrights' Center and evaluated by a select panel of Minnesota theater artists. Those recommended for finalist status are evaluated by a diverse panel of national theater artists in consultation with the Producing Artistic Director. Selection is based on artistic excellence, potential, and commitment, and is guided by The Playwrights' Center's mission statement. Selection is also guided by The Playwrights' Center's Selection Code of Ethics.