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The Woodward/Newman Award

Funder Constellation Stage & Screen

Due Date Aug 31, 2026

The Woodward/Newman Award presents the best unpublished play of the year with a cash prize of $3,000 and a full production as part of Constellation’s Mainstage season.

At a Glance

Amount

$3,000

Applicant Location

Anywhere

Fund Types

  • Fellowship / Award

Disciplines

  • Theatre

What Is It?

The Woodward/Newman Award is an exclusive honor offered by Constellation Stage & Screen, started through the support of Joanne Woodward, Newman’s Own Foundation, and the Newman family, celebrating Paul Newman & Joanne Woodward’s tremendous history of work on stage and screen. It presents the best unpublished play of the year with a cash prize of $3,000 and a full production as part of Constellation’s Mainstage season.

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Who Can Apply?

“Full-length” plays should have a complete running time of between 1 hour 15 minutes (75 minutes) to 2 hours 15 minutes (135 minutes). Plays submitted must be unpublished at the time of submission.

When To Apply?

Due Date: Aug 31, 2026

About the Funder

Constellation Stage & Screen

Arts Organization

Bloomington

About

Constellation Stage & Screen connects audiences in Bloomington, Indiana through world-class theater & film.