ONE ACT & 10 MIN. PLAYS SPECIAL PRODUCTION

CVP is accepting submissions for our third annual production of original One Acts & 10 Minute Plays scheduled for May 30-May 31, 2025.

 

Playwrights may submit one or more original, one act or 10 minute play for consideration either by email to The One Act Committee chair Joseph Mishler jmm1967@comcast.net or by mail to Joe Mishler 620 Academy Rd., Holly MI, 48442.

 

SUBMISSION DEADLINE:  JANUARY 5, 2025

 

The following Special Playwright Production Rules -2025 will apply:

Playwrights

  • Playwrights retain all rights to their plays.
  • Scripts should be in the format specified by CVP.  Standard Script Format for CVP One Acts-10 Min Plays
  • Contact info and title must be included on Title Page.
  • All edits need to be completed before auditions.
  • CVP will call for and select all directors.
  • CVP will determine the order of performance.
  • Sets should be black box with minimum of props/set pieces- simple.
  • Costume requirements should be minimal.
  • Directors and CVP will have the sole right of choice during auditions.
  • Production budget will be set by CVP.
  • Playwrights will receive 2 free tickets to one performance of their choice.
  • CVP will provide an MC to introduce each play.

Directors/Actors

  • Directors may direct a maximum of 2 plays
  • Actors may perform in a maximum of 2 plays.
  • Audition and performance dates will be set by CVP.
  • Auditions will be held over two days.  No special auditions unless absolutely necessary, and no pre-casting. 
  • Once the auditions are completed, the director will take over the artistic presentations.
  • Rehearsals will be coordinated with current productions and with other one acts. Current productions have priority over special production.
  • Scripts must be memorized.
  • CVP will hold a group meeting with Producers and Directors of all the one acts.
  • There will be a mandatory technical rehearsal and Directors are encouraged to hold at least (2) dress rehearsals at least (2) days prior to performances.
  • Sound and lights needs will be provided to Technical Director (Andrew Bowmaster or Karen McClellan) 2 weeks in advance of performance.

Download Standard Script Format for CVP One Acts-10 Min Plays