Attention Directors! 

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Winters Theatre Company is now seeking applications from directors interested in directing a show for our 2027 season!

 

​We are excited to hear your proposal for any type of genre or production that we can help you bring to our stage. We're open to classics, comedies, dramas, musicals, well-known crowd favorites, or lesser known and/or original new works. As a note, we are also hoping submissions will include proposals for a Summer Shakespeare show, to continue the beloved WTC tradition which we have recently revived after our move to the Winters Opera House.

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WTC has a strong and vibrant history,  producing shows in Winters for over 45 years. A list of all the productions we've put on since our founding can be seen here: WTC productions .​​ In 2024 we launched our annual "Call for Directors" campaign. Since then, we have been incredibly fortunate to have been able to collaborate with amazing directors. That includes favorite returning directors and talented new directors (whether new to directing or just new to WTC).

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WTC directors should have a clear vision for their production, good communication and organizational skills, and a passion for theatre. Our company values collaboration, creativity, and a commitment to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all.  We welcome directors of all experience levels and encourage both aspiring and seasoned directors to apply.
 

Refer to the Submission Considerations and Guidelines section below for additional details.

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The 2027 season will be selected from your director submissions.

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Please don't hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or want to discuss your ideas in advance of submitting an application.

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2027 Season Selection Process
 

Applications Accepted through May 31, 2026
 

Anybody interested in directing a show(s) with the Winters Theatre Company (WTC) must submit an application using the online Director Application form. The application asks for information regarding the production being proposed and about you as a director, including your schedule. If you have questions about the online application form or need any help, please email wtcplays@gmail.com.

We strongly encourage submissions as early as possible during the application window, in order to give us adequate time to review your proposal.

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Reviews and Interviews: June / July / August 2026

After review of submissions, the Play Selection Committee will schedule interviews with those applying directors whose proposal is selected as a potential candidate for the 2027 season.

Interviews will take place during summer 2026. Most interviews will be in-person, at the Winters Opera House theatre. If an in-person interview is not feasible, then an interview via Zoom can be arranged.
 

All directors can expect an email acknowledgement within 48 hours that their application has been submitted. If you do not recieve an acknowledgement, please email wtcplays@gmail.com. If the Play Selection Committee would like to schedule an interview with you, we will follow up by August 1st at the latest to schedule an interview. All applicants can expect to receive an update on the status of their application one way or the other by September 1st.

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The Play Selection Committee will then take all applications and interviews into account and submit a 2026 Season recommendation to the WTC Board of Directors at their September 2026 meeting for approval.

Submission Considerations and Guidelines:
 

• Please submit a separate application for each production you are proposing to direct.
   

• The Winters Opera House stage (home of WTC) Is approximately 22′ x 16′. The backstage /offstage area is limited. Complex and large sets are difficult in our space. If you submit a show with a large or complex set or other significant technical requirements, please be prepared to share your ideas for making it work in our space and within our budget.
   

• The online application will ask you to indicate when you are available to direct. WTC productions typically run for 2 or 3 consecutive weekends (Fri/Sa/Su). Rehearsals are usually scheduled for 2-3 days per week for 5 to 6 weeks prior to tech week.  Please let us know if you have different scheduling requirements.
   

• The online application asks directors to submit an estimated budget for the production being proposed. This is a preliminary budget, and allows you (and us) to begin thinking in more specific detail about the production requirements.
   

• During your in-person interview, we will discuss your design / production requirements.  While WTC has dedicated volunteers that help provide technical and design support for our productions, we encourage potential directors to consider recruiting outside crew that they may have worked with previously. We are always looking to welcome new talent and perspectives to our company.
   

• Please be aware that contractual agreements with publishing companies prohibit changes to published scripts. Do not submit scripts that you have personally edited or changed.
   

• Directors should familiarize themselves with which company or entity holds production rights for the submitted work, if applicable. This information is required in the application and may require some advance preparation.
   

• Directors and crew for WTC productions are volunteers. Being selected to direct with the Winters Theatre Company should not be considered as an offer of employment.
   

• The WTC Board of Directors will support each selected season production in various capacities as needed. All directors, cast, and crew will be required to agree to and follow specific policies which are in place to ensure the safety of all participants as well as WTC. The Board will assign a board member to serve as the Board Liaison for each production. The Board Liaison will help helps support each director in bringing their vision to the stage.
   

• Each director selected to put on a season production will be expected to work with an Assistant Director or Stage Manager on the production and planning. If the director has any scheduling issues, the AD / SM will be able to fill in as needed. As a director, you can bring in your own production team (AD and/or SM) or WTC can help facilitate finding someone for these roles.

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If you would like to chat more about a production you may be considering applying to direct, please email wtcplays@gmail.com and we will put you in touch with the right person.​​