Welcome to The Drama League Application Portal!

Thank you for your interest in the artistic programs offered by The Drama League Directors Project. Programs are open for specific periods of time; any open programs at this moment will be listed at the bottom of this page. If you have questions, please email artistic@dramaleague.org. 

DIRECTING FELLOWSHIPS

CURRENT OPEN APPLICATIONS LINKED AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS PAGE

• Drama League Stage Directing Fellowships (program info)
• FutureNow Stage Directing Fellowships (program info)
• Rose Stage Directing Fellowship (program info)
• Television and Film Directing Fellowships (program info)

Each program above has separate applications, guidelines, timelines and processes. These programs have also changed significantly from previous cycles. Before applying, please read the program information, eligibility requirements, and the Applicant F.A.Q. thoroughly. The application fee supports our ability to process applications with this technology and consider everyone who wishes to apply. If the application fee is a barrier, however, fee waivers are available for anyone who requests one. You may request a fee waiver by emailing artistic@dramaleague.org. 

DIRECTING RESIDENCIES

CURRENT OPEN APPLICATIONS LINKED AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS PAGE

• Beatrice Terry Directing Residency (program info)
• Next Stage Directing Residency (program info)

Each program above has separate applications, guidelines, timelines and processes. These programs have also changed significantly from previous cycles. Before applying, please read the program information, eligibility requirements, and the Applicant F.A.Q. thoroughly. The application fee supports our ability to process applications with this technology and consider everyone who wishes to apply. If the application fee is a barrier, however, fee waivers are available for anyone who requests one. You may request a fee waiver by emailing artistic@dramaleague.org. 

DIRECTING ASSISTANTSHIPS

CURRENT OPEN APPLICATIONS LINKED AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS PAGE

• Irene Gandy Directing Assistantships (program info)
• To Be Announced (program info)

Each program above has separate applications, guidelines, timelines and processes. These programs have also changed significantly from previous cycles. Before applying, please read the program information, eligibility requirements, and the Applicant F.A.Q. thoroughly. The application fee supports our ability to process applications with this technology and consider everyone who wishes to apply. If the application fee is a barrier, however, fee waivers are available for anyone who requests one. You may request a fee waiver by emailing artistic@dramaleague.org. 

OTHER INITIATIVES

• The Drama League's International Directors Exchange is by invitation only. To inquire, please email artistic@dramaleague.org. 
• The Drama League Film Fund is open to alumni of The Directors Project. Information can by found here.
• Services for directors vary by initiative; some are open to the entire field, some to Drama League members, and some are community building programs for Directors Project alumni. More information can be found under the Services tab on our homepage.

The Drama League is a dedicated advocate for diversity, anti-racist practices, and the full inclusion in our programs of artists who are Global Majority, Black, Indigenous, Latine (Latino/Latina), AAPI (Asian-American/Pacific Islander), Middle Eastern, North African, South Asian, Southeast Asian, Biracial, Mixed-Race, People of Color, Disabled, Women, Nonbinary, and/or LGBTQIA2+. We aim to provide opportunities for directors to tell stories, so that we make a theater that truly reflects the society in which we live; where each artist is considered on his/her merits as an individual; where the stories being told are drawn from authentic and diverse experiences; and where our individual humanity can be celebrated. The Drama League does not and shall not discriminate, and will take affirmative actions to ensure against discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations