Maplewood Performing Arts Centre

05/27/2026

Submissions closing soon. Put your idea on stage or screen during the Sankofa Theatre Festival

04/20/2026

Put your idea on the stage!!!

SUBMISSIONS ARE NOW OPEN for the Sankofa Theatre Festival 2026! ✨🎭

TODAY IS THE DAY! The wait is over—submissions are OFFICIALLY OPEN for the 2026 Open Play Program, and we want YOUR talent on our stage!

From TODAY until May 31, playwrights, directors, and actors can submit their work to be part of this iconic festival. Will yours be one of them?

Why Submit?
“For over 15 years, the MMB Theatre 1 Project, through the Sankofa Theatre Festival, has championed local artists, and 2026 is your year to shine. This is more than a festival—it’s a movement celebrating creativity, diversity, and the power of storytelling.”

Festival Dates: August 16–23, 2026
Prepare for a week of electrifying performances, thought-provoking discussions, and unforgettable artistry.

SUBMIT NOW!
Submission Link: https://forms.gle/ejoDWQ3ab52CyFdR9
Deadline: May 31, 2026 (but why wait? Submit TODAY!)

Don’t delay—your spotlight awaits! Tag a fellow artist, share this post, and let’s make the most vibrant yet! 🖤

04/07/2026

Submissions starting April 15th