Welcome to Plays for New Audiences
Plays for New Audiences (formerly Plays for Young Audiences) licenses quality scripts for multigenerational audiences and actors. Written by some of the world’s most extraordinary playwrights, PNA’s 300+ show catalog features plays and musicals for any programming need.
A division of Children’s Theatre Company, PNA offers contemporary works that are topical, relevant, and even fantastical. In addition, PNA offers many reimagined classics that are stage-ready for your next production.
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Meet Prentiss Matthews III!
"Even before I fully understood the impact of representation, I knew I wanted to create stories where Black and brown actors could pick up a script and feel like it was made with them in mind." ~ Prentiss Matthews III
Words of Wisdom: TYA Playwrights Share Their Best Advice for Young Writers
Writing for young audiences is a unique and rewarding challenge—one that requires creativity, authenticity, and a deep understanding of how young people engage with stories. But where do you start? What makes a great TYA play? And how can young writers find their voice in this dynamic field?
Meet Prentiss Matthews III!
"Even before I fully understood the impact of representation, I knew I wanted to create stories where Black and brown actors could pick up a script and feel like it was made with them in mind." ~ Prentiss Matthews III
Words of Wisdom: TYA Playwrights Share Their Best Advice for Young Writers
Writing for young audiences is a unique and rewarding challenge—one that requires creativity, authenticity, and a deep understanding of how young people engage with stories. But where do you start? What makes a great TYA play? And how can young writers find their voice in this dynamic field?