The Noosa Arts Theatre runs an annual National One-Act Playwriting Competition.

2010 Competition Rules/Entry Form 

A copy of the entry form and rules can be down-loaded in Word format by clicking here:

History

In 1978 The One-Act Playwriting Competition was instigated for residents of the Sunshine Coast to encourage aspiring playwrights, giving them a chance to see their plays performed and to provide original scripts for the Noosa Arts Theatre. This Competition was the first of its kind in Australia.

The first winner was Nancy Cato's Travelers Through The Night and heads the Awards Board in the foyer of the theatre.

In 1983 the Competition went 'National' when the Literature Board of the Australian Council granted $500 for the winning playwright. The award, which is now given by the Noosa Shire Council, stands at over $2,250 and is divided between the three winning authors.

The Competition now attracts numerous entries from throughout Australia. During the six days of the Festival, judging takes place for Best Actor, Actress and Director, and the audience each night are asked to vote for ‘Audience Choice Award', with the prize money (donated by Nancy Cato's family) going to the author along with the publication of the script by Maverick Musicals. Presentations for Best Actor, Actress and Director are made on the first Saturday night and the prizes for the scripts are awarded on the final night.