The Philip Parsons Young Playwright’s Award is given each year to a NSW-based playwright under the age of 35 whose work demonstrates an original and compelling theatrical voice.

The award has a tradition of supporting new Australian writing and the work produced has a strong track record. Kate Mulvany’s The Seed premiered at B Sharp in 2007, moved to the Company B Belvoir mainstage in 2008 and toured nationally in 2009; Brendan Cowell’s Ruben Guthrie premiered at B Sharp in 2008 and a new production was staged as part of Company B Belvoir’s season in 2009; and Tommy Murphy’s commission Gwen In Purgatory will premiere in Company B Belvoir’s 2010 season, directed by Neil Armfield. 

Applications close 6pm, Friday 13 August. You can download the application form and guidelines or contact Eamon Flack for more information on (02) 8396 6221 or by email.