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A Call to Conscience Interactive Theatre for Social Change in collaboration with Bread and Roses Missouri is seeking submissions for its third annual “Social Justice Shorts” one-act play festival June 4-7 in St. Louis. The company is seeking 10-minute short plays and monologues centered around the following suggested themes:
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LGBTQIA+ & Transgender Rights
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Mental Health/Healthcare Justice
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Economic Justice/Workers’ Rights
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Immigrant/Refugee Rights
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Reproductive Justice
Storytelling must be rich in self-expression and theatrical imagination. Playwrights may live in any part of the country, and St. Louis-based playwrights are strongly encouraged to submit. Plays featuring a cast of 1-3 actors will be accepted. Playwrights are welcome to submit solo performance pieces. Plays longer than 10 minutes will NOT be considered. Simplicity in set, props and technical requirements are strongly preferred. Submissions will be accepted now until March 1, 2026.
We look forward to the privilege of reading YOUR play soon!​
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SEEKING TEACHING ARTISTS FOR OUR YOUTH INITIATIVE
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Our Youth Initiative provides underserved youth access to art-making experiences and encourages youth to embrace their role as change-makers in their community.
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Our Youth Initiative happens at libraries and summer recreation centers across St. Louis City and County. Teaching Artists will be assigned to lead bi-weekly, 2-hour art workshops for ages 7-12. Compensation $60/hour. Training and meeting compensation is included. Teaching Artists must have daytime availability and reliable transportation.
Artists from all disciplines who enjoy teaching youth ages 7-12, have a passion for social and economic justice issues, and a willingness to take a stand against all forms of systemic inequality are encouraged to apply. Please send a resume to Luisa Otero Prada, Youth Initiative Coordinator at youth@breadandrosesmo.org to inquire about opportunities.