A career development organization for directors in theater, television, film, and live performance. Linktr.ee/dramaleague |Directors Projects Alumni Starter Pack https://go.bsky.app/UoHEzE |Directors You Should Know Starter Pack https://go.bsky.app/L28SGS3https://bsky.app/profile/dramaleague.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/dramaleague.bsky.social/post/3mfmeqwgqnk2vTo honor our beloved Associate Artistic Director Nilan, who passed in January, we hope you’ll join us for NILAN: A CELEBRATION, on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at 3:30PM at Judson Memorial Church, 55 Washington Square South. To RSVP, please visit https//qrco.de/Nilan.24 Feb 2026 14:26 +0000at://did:plc:dufcdewcpe4bb3jmkxenk23y/app.bsky.feed.post/3mfmeqwgqnk2vhttps://bsky.app/profile/dramaleague.bsky.social/post/3mcfo5hhz6s2uThe lineup for DirectorFest 2026, featuring two staged readings of full-length plays by acclaimed playwrights Abby Rosebrock and Harrison David Rivers, directed by Drama League Stage Directing Fellows, Zoë Adams and Irvin Mason, Jr. Open Jar Studios in New York City, February 2-6.14 Jan 2026 18:10 +0000at://did:plc:dufcdewcpe4bb3jmkxenk23y/app.bsky.feed.post/3mcfo5hhz6s2uhttps://bsky.app/profile/dramaleague.bsky.social/post/3mbrgx6ezfc2mThe Drama League of New York is deeply saddened to share the news that our friend and colleague, Associate Artistic Director Nilan, passed away on January 4, 2026. His impact on thousands of artists and audiences through his plays, productions, and performances is incalculable.06 Jan 2026 17:08 +0000at://did:plc:dufcdewcpe4bb3jmkxenk23y/app.bsky.feed.post/3mbrgx6ezfc2mhttps://bsky.app/profile/dramaleague.bsky.social/post/3mbi72ahgyc2qOnly a few days to go! When the clock strikes 11:59PM on Monday night, January 5th, the applications for the 2026 Drama League Directing Fellowships and Assistantships will close...but with plenty of time left to apply, we want to hear from you! Find your opportunity now at dramaleague.org/apply!03 Jan 2026 00:53 +0000at://did:plc:dufcdewcpe4bb3jmkxenk23y/app.bsky.feed.post/3mbi72ahgyc2qhttps://bsky.app/profile/dramaleague.bsky.social/post/3mb7ip53bus2vOur 2025 Drama League Wrapped is here!! We are so proud of our incredible artists and the amazing things they accomplished this year. We can't wait to see what next year will bring! Make a matched gift by Wednesday at midnight to help us make 2026 another extraordinary year!! Dramaleague.org/give30 Dec 2025 13:52 +0000at://did:plc:dufcdewcpe4bb3jmkxenk23y/app.bsky.feed.post/3mb7ip53bus2vhttps://bsky.app/profile/dramaleague.bsky.social/post/3mawiy2pmg22mCalling all directors! Applications for the 2026 Stage, FutureNow, Rose, and TV/Film Directing Fellowships, as well as the Irene Gandy Assistantships, are open until January 5th! Applications are available now at dramaleague.org/apply.  #directing #theater #film #television #fellowships27 Dec 2025 00:03 +0000at://did:plc:dufcdewcpe4bb3jmkxenk23y/app.bsky.feed.post/3mawiy2pmg22mhttps://bsky.app/profile/dramaleague.bsky.social/post/3m7avraugh22wVery excited for February! https://www.broadwayworld.com/off-broadway/article/The-Drama-League-Unveils-2026-DirectorFest-Lineup-2025120405 Dec 2025 16:28 +0000at://did:plc:dufcdewcpe4bb3jmkxenk23y/app.bsky.feed.post/3m7avraugh22whttps://bsky.app/profile/dramaleague.bsky.social/post/3m6exw77tdk2tApplications for all of the Directors Project Residencies close in ONE WEEK! There are four support tracks for directors developing new plays. Apply now at dramaleague.org/apply! We can’t wait to see what you submit. Applications close December 1st at 11:59PM24 Nov 2025 13:52 +0000at://did:plc:dufcdewcpe4bb3jmkxenk23y/app.bsky.feed.post/3m6exw77tdk2thttps://bsky.app/profile/dramaleague.bsky.social/post/3m4g4wzoi6c2bIn 2026, The Directors Project is expanding! The Next Stage Residency; the Beatrice Terry Residency; the (Re)Envision Residency; and the (Re)Engage Residency! Apply at https://dramaleague.org/artist-opportunities/30 Oct 2025 14:04 +0000at://did:plc:dufcdewcpe4bb3jmkxenk23y/app.bsky.feed.post/3m4g4wzoi6c2bhttps://bsky.app/profile/dramaleague.bsky.social/post/3m3eumslkj22aJust back from #InternationalDirectorsSummit 2025, presented by The Drama League and ACTFest in Sofia, Bulgaria. Over a dozen directors from around the world gathered for frank discussions of the craft, the world, and the future. (We also had terrific meals, workshops, and theatre!) Until next time!17 Oct 2025 08:37 +0000at://did:plc:dufcdewcpe4bb3jmkxenk23y/app.bsky.feed.post/3m3eumslkj22ahttps://bsky.app/profile/dramaleague.bsky.social/post/3m2hcxrbpfk22Over 30 Drama League #DirectorsProject Alumni had a marvelous time last week chatting with #JamieLloyd, the acclaimed director of #WaitingForGodot, #SunsetBoulevard, #Evita, #ADollsHouse and more. Looking forward to next time! 📸 @catalinmedia #directorstogether05 Oct 2025 14:34 +0000at://did:plc:dufcdewcpe4bb3jmkxenk23y/app.bsky.feed.post/3m2hcxrbpfk22https://bsky.app/profile/dramaleague.bsky.social/post/3m22tq3ggas2nHey Directors, learn how to take your craft from the stage to the screen in our Directing Episodic Television course with visionary director Jude Weng (Shameless, The Good Place, Matlock). 🔗 Register now: dramaleague.org/workshops-events Questions email: education@dramaleague.org30 Sep 2025 15:29 +0000at://did:plc:dufcdewcpe4bb3jmkxenk23y/app.bsky.feed.post/3m22tq3ggas2nhttps://bsky.app/profile/dramaleague.bsky.social/post/3lzqssv7gc22qFor directors interested in applying for the 2026 Directors Project #Fellowships, #Residencies, and #Assistantships can receive inside knowledge on the process at the upcoming free Q&A Seminars with The Drama League's Artistic Staff. In-person and online sessions. https://dramaleague.org/workshops-events/26 Sep 2025 15:46 +0000at://did:plc:dufcdewcpe4bb3jmkxenk23y/app.bsky.feed.post/3lzqssv7gc22qhttps://bsky.app/profile/dramaleague.bsky.social/post/3lyxg76pgk22tApplications for the 2026 #DramaLeague #DirectorsProject are open! If you're an emerging or established stage director, we've got Residencies, Fellowships, and Assistantships just for you! Visit dramaleague.org/apply for the entire slate of programs and apply today! #theater #directors16 Sep 2025 13:24 +0000at://did:plc:dufcdewcpe4bb3jmkxenk23y/app.bsky.feed.post/3lyxg76pgk22thttps://bsky.app/profile/dramaleague.bsky.social/post/3lxuunrkiok2gWe are thrilled to share that we'll be honoring the incredible Lia Vollack with the 2025 Arts Ally Award at Drama at the Disco Vol. 2!✨ Her visionary leadership continues to inspire— we can’t wait to honor her with you on October 27th!🎭 Visit dramaleague.org/benefit25 for more info and to register!02 Sep 2025 19:40 +0000at://did:plc:dufcdewcpe4bb3jmkxenk23y/app.bsky.feed.post/3lxuunrkiok2ghttps://bsky.app/profile/dramaleague.bsky.social/post/3lv4hufgdu22s🚨NEW WORKSHOPS ALERT🚨 Casting is everything—but how do directors make thoughtful, effective choices? We’re offering two workshops: - The Other Side of the Table - Creation the Audition Room Sharpen your process and craft behind the table. 🔗 in bio for more information29 Jul 2025 15:56 +0000at://did:plc:dufcdewcpe4bb3jmkxenk23y/app.bsky.feed.post/3lv4hufgdu22shttps://bsky.app/profile/dramaleague.bsky.social/post/3ltwql7n2mc2s2025 Drama League Directors made theatrical magic last week at @nysaf, developing exciting new projects you'll be seeing soon, joined by fantastic actors, playwrights, dancers, composers, movement specialists, dramaturgs and designers. Thanks all! #newwork #theatre #directors14 Jul 2025 15:51 +0000at://did:plc:dufcdewcpe4bb3jmkxenk23y/app.bsky.feed.post/3ltwql7n2mc2shttps://bsky.app/profile/dramaleague.bsky.social/post/3ltklmy3whs2vLast week, The Drama League was proud to be a part of the 2025 Director's Collective Mixer, for stage directors working in the San Francisco Area, hosted by A C.T. Our AD Gabriel Stelian-Shanks was a guest workshop leader for the overflow crowd. See you next year! #directors #sanfrancisco #theater09 Jul 2025 19:51 +0000at://did:plc:dufcdewcpe4bb3jmkxenk23y/app.bsky.feed.post/3ltklmy3whs2vhttps://bsky.app/profile/dramaleague.bsky.social/post/3lstg3fyifs2oWe are heartbroken by the passing of Mark Brokaw, a cherished Drama League Alum (1986), mentor and Board Member. His artistic brilliance shaped countless productions and inspired generations of artists. We are profoundly grateful to him and mourn the loss of a guiding light in our community.30 Jun 2025 14:40 +0000at://did:plc:dufcdewcpe4bb3jmkxenk23y/app.bsky.feed.post/3lstg3fyifs2ohttps://bsky.app/profile/dramaleague.bsky.social/post/3lpa552rvoc24Huge thanks to Drama League Board Member Stan Ponte, and Real Women Have Curves Director Serjio Trujillo for hosting an incredible talk-back for Drama League Directors Project Week! Consider our artists thoroughly inspired by your work!15 May 2025 18:24 +0000at://did:plc:dufcdewcpe4bb3jmkxenk23y/app.bsky.feed.post/3lpa552rvoc24https://bsky.app/profile/dramaleague.bsky.social/post/3loyc5cq4bc2v⏰🎭 Voter Members - 48 hours left to cast your ballot for the Drama League Awards! Voting officially closes on May 14th @ 10 AM 🗳️ Don’t miss your opportunity to vote! 📩 Check your email for the official ballot link. Want to vote next year? Become a Voter Member today @ dramaleague.org/membership!12 May 2025 15:32 +0000at://did:plc:dufcdewcpe4bb3jmkxenk23y/app.bsky.feed.post/3loyc5cq4bc2vhttps://bsky.app/profile/dramaleague.bsky.social/post/3logqsd3mh22eMeet the future of directing!
We’re thrilled to unveil the 2025 Directors Project cohort - an extraordinary group of artists selected from over 1100 applicants. Read all about these amazing artists at dramaleague.org, and meet them in person at the Drama League Awards on May 16th!05 May 2025 16:06 +0000at://did:plc:dufcdewcpe4bb3jmkxenk23y/app.bsky.feed.post/3logqsd3mh22ehttps://bsky.app/profile/dramaleague.bsky.social/post/3lnv6b3jdws2aNominees for the 91st Annual Drama League Awards: Outstanding Production of a Musical & Play Don’t miss the big reveal on May 16th as we unveil the winners and celebrate this remarkable theater season! RSVP now at dramaleague.org/2025awards or tap the link in our bio. 🎟️28 Apr 2025 16:19 +0000at://did:plc:dufcdewcpe4bb3jmkxenk23y/app.bsky.feed.post/3lnv6b3jdws2ahttps://bsky.app/profile/dramaleague.bsky.social/post/3lnv64h3uk22aNominees for the 91st Annual Drama League Awards: Outstanding Revival of a Musical & Play Don’t miss the big reveal on May 16th as we unveil the winners and celebrate this remarkable theater season! RSVP now at dramaleague.org/2025awards or tap the link in our bio. 🎟️28 Apr 2025 16:17 +0000at://did:plc:dufcdewcpe4bb3jmkxenk23y/app.bsky.feed.post/3lnv64h3uk22ahttps://bsky.app/profile/dramaleague.bsky.social/post/3lnv5xnvqes2aNominees for the 91st Annual Drama League Awards: Outstanding Direction of a Musical & Play Don’t miss the big reveal on May 16th as we unveil the winners and celebrate this remarkable theater season! RSVP now at dramaleague.org/2025awards or tap the link in our bio. 🎟️28 Apr 2025 16:14 +0000at://did:plc:dufcdewcpe4bb3jmkxenk23y/app.bsky.feed.post/3lnv5xnvqes2ahttps://bsky.app/profile/dramaleague.bsky.social/post/3lnv5sw2cgc2eNominees for the 91st Annual Drama League Awards: Distinguished Performance Award! Don’t miss the big reveal on May 16th as we unveil the winners and celebrate this remarkable theater season! RSVP now at dramaleague.org/2025awards or tap the link in our bio. 🎟️28 Apr 2025 16:12 +0000at://did:plc:dufcdewcpe4bb3jmkxenk23y/app.bsky.feed.post/3lnv5sw2cgc2ehttps://bsky.app/profile/dramaleague.bsky.social/post/3ljlk2jbaz22cSo excited for the release of this year's nominees...and to welcome #OrvillePeck and #SarahHyland! https://linktr.ee/dramaleague?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaYmvw4effiLgfqS61x91in5diSxYB6UTddqJmSHouAZjEC2NwqQ0mnz5UE_aem_-yLuElyi5OkheqjvYtUjXw04 Mar 2025 22:43 +0000at://did:plc:dufcdewcpe4bb3jmkxenk23y/app.bsky.feed.post/3ljlk2jbaz22chttps://bsky.app/profile/dramaleague.bsky.social/post/3li3gvbyjzs24Did you know the Drama League Awards are the ONLY major theater awards voted on by the entire theater community? 🎭 Join as a Voting Member by April 15 to cast your vote in the 91st Annual Drama League Awards! 🗳️ Don’t miss your chance dramaleague.org/membership13 Feb 2025 19:39 +0000at://did:plc:dufcdewcpe4bb3jmkxenk23y/app.bsky.feed.post/3li3gvbyjzs24https://bsky.app/profile/dramaleague.bsky.social/post/3lgdzg5ltjk2o📅✨ SAVE THE DATE! Join us in celebrating the 2024-2025 theater season at the 91st Annual Drama League Awards on May 16, 2025, at the stunning Ziegfeld Ballroom! 🌟 This glamorous evening will feature the brightest stars of the season. 🌟🎭 Don’t miss out—register today! 🎉🎟️22 Jan 2025 18:41 +0000at://did:plc:dufcdewcpe4bb3jmkxenk23y/app.bsky.feed.post/3lgdzg5ltjk2o