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Criteria for Indie/New Works Theatre participation

The following criteria are required for Indie/New Works theatres and productions interested in participating in the Ostrander process.

Organization Requirements

  • Eligible companies perform in Shelby County, unless approved by the Ostrander Director.
  • Participating theatres agree to provide complimentary tickets for Ostrander judges, according to the current voting process.
  • Companies must select and publicize the show dates by July 1 for the following Ostrander year.

Production Requirements

  • Qualifying productions must run at least 2 weekends with a minimum of 6 performances.
  • Plays produced by the same theatre family within 7 years of the original production will be considered a remount of the original production and ineligible for consideration.
  • If a show has been double cast, theatres will inform the judges which actor should be judged. There must be ample time for all required judges to see the designated actor.
  • Judges must receive notice of any schedule changes at least 3 weeks in advance.
  • Out-of-town directors, actors, choreographers, and technical staff are eligible to receive an Ostrander.
  • Play readings and workshops will not be considered for judging.
  • The Ostrander committee does not judge children’s productions or children’s theatre companies.
  • Productions for “new works” must meet the criteria for original works. ​
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