The Keegan Theatre is accepting submissions for development in its 2022-2023 Boiler Room Series AND possible inclusion as a full, world premiere production in a future mainstage season. Up to six pieces will be selected for a workshop process that will culminate in public staged readings, interviews, and audience talkbacks. At least one playwright from the 2022-2023 cohort will be commissioned to develop a world premiere for Keegan’s 2023-2024 season.
All submissions must be 10 page excerpts from full-length plays aligned with the theatre's mission and our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion: To take audiences to the vital heart of the theater experience: extraordinary artists in an intimate setting exploring the human condition. To foster connections and positive change in our community through vigorous, inclusive, empowering education and outreach.
Submitted work should not have had any significant development or a full production at another theatre. We're looking for truly NEW works here.
Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. Applications that do not address the prompts accurately or fully will not be reviewed.
The Keegan Theatre believes that Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion are essential in the open and honest exploration of the human condition. Through a commitment to these tenets in casting, staffing, and the selection of works, Keegan aims to enrich our world through art and action.
Submission instructions: Follow this link to submit an excerpt of your new play for consideration: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeRCJy1Qow3LHWoRU4qFuS8nkltwzpgMJExttVRVKaZ4SQa3A/viewform
Submission deadline: August 1, 2022
Submissions will be assessed by Keegan Theatre’s Artistic Development Team and a panel of independent playwrights, directors, and editors. Submissions will remain anonymous to the panel until after they have been selected.
The Keegan Theatre has a passion for cultivating internships that support learning and building professional theatrical experiences. With a focus on each intern’s professional goals, educational needs, and personal abilities, we aim to create an experience that can be a stepping stone for the next phase of their careers. Internships are offered 3 times each year, in the Summer, Fall, and Winter, and are designed to accommodate the current Keegan season, as well as fulfill the unique needs of each intern. At Keegan we aim for inclusivity, constant growth and a strong community. Applicants from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
(Can provide a maximum of 20 hours per week)
Internships vary depending on the individual applicant and their unique needs, but the production internship is set to include:
• Rehearsal observation
• Shadowing of professional Stage Manager
• Potential professional assistant stage management opportunities
• Box office responsibilities
• Administrative assistance
• Tech crew build hours
• Ushering hours
• One-on-one guidance from the Education Coordinator
• Cross-departmental work within Keegan
• Space to build tasks aligned with individual interests
• Two complimentary tickets to current productions
• A supportive environment that aims to facilitate growth
• Feedback from industry professionals with potential references
(Can provide a maximum of 10 hours per week during the school year and up to 20 hours per week during summer)
Internships vary depending on the individual applicant and their unique needs, but the education internship is set to include:
• Education programming observation
• Shadowing of professional Teaching Artists
• Potential professional assistant teaching artist opportunities
• Preparing student materials
• Training in lesson planning, classroom management, and supporting student behaviors
• One-on-one guidance from the Education Coordinator
• Cross-departmental work within Keegan
• Space to build tasks aligned with individual interests
• Two complimentary tickets to current productions
• A supportive environment that aims to facilitate growth
• Feedback from industry professionals with potential references
(Can provide a maximum of 10 hours per week)
Internships vary depending on the individual applicant and their unique needs, but the administration internship is set to include:
• Rehearsal and meeting observation
• Shadowing of professional arts administrators
• Assisting with marketing, development, outreach, education, and arts administration tasks
• Ushering hours
• One-on-one guidance from the Education Coordinator and Managing Director
• Cross-departmental work within Keegan
• Space to build tasks aligned with individual interests; these tasks may be created like a work-study and can be completed offsite
• Two complimentary tickets to current productions
• A supportive environment that aims to facilitate growth
• Feedback from industry professionals with potential references
To apply, send resume and cover letter to playrahka@keegantheatre.com
Cover letter should include:
• Area(s) of internship
• Start and end date
• Requested number of hours
• Anything you want the Keegan staff to know about you
• Why you feel a Keegan internship is right for you
• What professional experience you hope to gain from a Keegan internship
Application due dates:
Summer Internship: January 30
Fall Internship: July 31
Winter Internship: October 31
The Keegan Theatre is currently seeking hourly Teaching Artists to join their staff of passionate Teaching Artists for in-person programming to resume this fall. Teaching Artists will work with after-school programs, in-school workshops, and day off camps, depending on availability.
• Adapts lesson plans using the Keegan PLAY-RAH-KA curriculum to create student-centered experiences
• Creates a positive, collaborative, inclusive, equitable, adaptive classroom for all students
• Attends teaching artist meetings and trainings
• Responsible for transportation to teaching site
• Maintains DCPS volunteer clearance, first aid certification, and all other requirements as set forth by DCPS
• Participates in program evaluation
• Completed administrative tasks such as attendance and regular check-ins as requested
• Communicates any concerns with students, parents, partners, space to the staff of Keegan Theatre immediately
• Prepares space and materials for students and ensures space is left in a clean and orderly fashion
• Other duties as assigned as they pertain to the safety and enjoyment of participants
• Hourly position based on experience
• Position not eligible for benefits
• Contract based on teacher and partnership availability
Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. Submit cover letter and resume to playrahka@keegantheatre.com.
The Keegan Theatre is growing! We’re seeking professionals to join the family and support the vital mission of one of Washington DC’s premier centers for the arts.
If you are interested in joining the Keegan Board of Directors, please email keegantheatre@keegantheatre.com with your personal information and why you would be interested in serving on the Keegan BOD.
Keegan Theatre welcomes volunteers in all areas of production, from front-of-house and Box Office support to scenery assistance to costumes and properties maintenance. As a Keegan volunteer, you will work alongside professional artists and other volunteers who share your love of theater and your desire to make a difference in our community’s cultural life.
If you are interested in volunteering, please email keegantheatre@keegantheatre.com with your personal information and how you would like to help.
No auditions are currently scheduled.
Auditions are typically by invitation only. If you would like to be considered, please submit your headshot and resume by email to the casting team at casting@keegantheatre.com. We will add your information to our files and share with artistic staff when casting individual productions.
The Keegan Theatre is a professional theatre company located in Washington DC. The first show ever produced by The Keegan Theatre was Cat on a Hot Tin Roof at Church Street Theater in 1996. In 2009, the Church Street Theater became Keegan’s official home, making The Keegan Theatre the resident theatre company of Dupont Circle. In 2013, Keegan purchased the Church Street Theater, renamed it The Andrew Keegan Theatre, and launched the “In Good Company” Capital Campaign to modernize the historic building through a major renovation project, which was finished in 2015. The revitalized venue officially reopened to audiences with a new production of the play that originally put the company on the map — Cat on a Hot Tin Roof. Today, Keegan dedicates itself to producing diverse, affordable plays and musicals of the highest quality for the benefit of more than 15,000 visitors annually in recent years.
The mission of The Keegan Theatre is to take audiences to the vital heart of the theatre experience, featuring extraordinary artists in an intimate setting exploring the human condition. Together, our award-winning productions, growing education program, and innovative outreach initiatives are designed to advance the organization’s vision: to produce a range of dynamic, inclusive programming that is fearless and accessible, gutsy and groundbreaking, inspiring our audiences to connect to provocative work, to their creative selves, and to each other.
At Keegan Theatre, we are committed to creating an anti-racist community of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants without regard to age, color, race, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), gender identity, marital status, military and veteran status, national origin, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), physical and mental disability, religion, sexual orientation, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Keegan Theatre believes that inclusion and diversity among our staff is critical to our success as a company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.