The Ghent Playhouse is a non-profit community theater located at 6 Town Hall Place in Ghent, NY, and is currently accepting proposals from directors interested in submitting productions for their 2023-24 theater season.

While they are looking for a well-rounded season in all genres: comedy, drama, farce, etc., they are particularly interested in musical submissions. They do try to include at least one musical in our lineup each season.

In addition to the annual Panto, presented by the “Pantoloons” in late November – early December, Ghent offers four additional productions slots:

Slot #1 – October 2023

Performances: 10/06-08, 10/13-15, 10/20-22

Slot #2 – November-December 2023

Performances: 11/14-26, 12/01-03, 12/08-10Reserved for the Annual Panto

Slot #3 – February 2024

Performances: 2/01-03, 2/08-10, 2/15-17

Slot #4 – April 2024

Performances: 4/05-07, 4/12-14, 4/19-21

Slot #5 – May-June 2024

Performances: 5/31-6/02, 6/07-09, 6/14-16/24

Let us know if there are any slots where you would be unable to direct. You may also request a specific slot, and we will do our best to accommodate your request.

**PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL DIRECTORS ARE EXPECTED TO PROVIDE AN ASSISTANT DIRECTOR/STAGE MANAGER FOR THEIR PRODUCTION.

You may submit up to three (3) shows for consideration, and are asked to provide the following information to Ghent Playhouse Artistic Director, Cathy Lee-Visscher: your name, address, telephone number, email address, and the title and playwright of the show(s) you wish to submit. Kindly also provide a brief resume, along with an overview of what you feel will be needed for your production with regard to set, lights, costumes, etc.

Requested information may be emailed to cathyleevisscher@gmail.com, noting the subject as “2023-24 Theater Season”. Scripts may be mailed to Cathy Lee-Visscher, c/o the Ghent Playhouse, PO Box 64, Ghent, New York 12075.

DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSIONS IS FEBRUARY 13, 2023