Criminal Queerness Festival 2027: Open Call!

Applications for Criminal Queerness Festival 2027 are OPEN

Seeking submissions for theatrical works by LGBTQ+ artists from countries that censor or criminalize queer communities.

National Queer Theater is now accepting submissions for the 9th annual Obie Award-winning Criminal Queerness Festival (CQF), which will take place in New York City in June 2027. CQF strives to uplift and amplify new theatrical works by LGBTQ+ artists from countries that censor or criminalize queer communities.

Up to three shows will be selected and given readings, workshops, or full productions in New York City. NQT will produce the shows, including: hiring all the artists, providing dramaturgical support, assembling the design and technical teams, and overseeing performance logistics.

Applications Due on Aug 31, 2026

Submit Application to CQF 2027