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A vibrant way for dramatists to gather, hear scripts read aloud, and share feedback.

PDX Playwrights is a group for playwrights who want to meet, hear their scripts read aloud, and share feedback.

Typically we have about 20 people at each meeting: playwrights, actors, and friends. We encourage you to attend our sessions even if you aren’t bringing a play. New listeners and readers are always welcome!

REGULAR PLAY-READING MEETINGS

Our regular readings typically have occurred on the first Tuesdays of each month, with occasional exceptions. We meet in person in Portland, Oregon; because of this live and local focus, we are not able to offer readings to dramatists outside of the Pacific Northwest region. That said, all of our meetings are open to anyone interested in hearing new work read aloud and learning more about PDX Playwrights.

We strive to support Portland playwrights, foster the craft, and honor the lived experiences of all people.

From the PDXP Mission Statement

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Generally speaking, our newsletters arrive two days before our readings.

More details about what we do and how we operate ...

WHEN AND WHERE DOES PDX PLAYWRIGHTS MEET? Generally speaking, we meet 7 pm on first Tuesdays of the month for in-person table readings at the Community Room of Portland Playhouse, 602 NE Prescott St. For more details, head here:
FAQs - General Information
DO YOU HAVE ANY CONTENT GUIDELINES? Yes! While we offer a wide range of provocative plays at our table, not all submissions are appropriate for our readings and events.
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FAQs - Content Guidelines
I'M A PLAYWRIGHT. HOW CAN I GET HEAR MY PLAY AT YOUR TABLE READS? If you have a full-length play draft, we ask that you attend a couple of sessions to see how we roll, and check out who we are, and our guidelines, too. Find more answers here:
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FAQs - Playwrights
WHO RUNS THIS GROUP? We are a small group of volunteers who work together. Here's a quick peek.
FAQs - Admin Team
WHAT'S THE COST? Our standard gatherings have always been FREE. We could not accomplish our multiple readings a year and robust participation in Portland events without contributions from participants. Thank you!
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TIME AND PLACE Our sessions typically run 7 to 9 pm. They are free, but a hat is passed to cover administrative costs (suggested donation $5). Regular table readings of plays are on the first Tuesdays of every month -- but sometimes there are exceptions. Our next reading is to be announced, slated for 7 pm Tuesday, June 2 at Portland Playhouse, 602 NE Prescott St. Please check the Events 2026 Page or your latest PDXP newsletter for details about this and other events as they become available. If interested in attending or submitting a play for our regular reading sessions, or if you have questions after visiting our information pages on this site, we welcome inquiries: info@pdxplaywrights.org or submit@pdxplaywrights.org

  • Operating Hours
First Tuesdays of the Month Occasional Third Tuesdays
7 pm - 9pm
Fifth Tuesdays (Periodic)
7 pm - 9 pm

For info or to submit a script for consideration:

info@pdxplaywrights.org
submit@pdxplaywrights.org

Thank you!

Best wishes for your drafting.