Upintheair Theatre is now seeking proposals for their brand recent Propeller Residency! The selected artist(s) will be guided through a structured dramaturgy process & collaborative production plan to create and produce an original spec‑fic co‑production. Upintheair defines Speculative Fiction as: Narrative exploring real and important ideas about what is happening in the world right now, through an intelligent eye on the near future. Coined by sci‑fi author Robert Heinlein, spec‑fic is often described as the ‘What if?’ genre, a provocative lens through which to interrogate contemporary political & social issues.
What You’ll Receive
- Artist Fees based on CAEA Guidelines/PGC Guidelines
- Producing Fees are paid minimum $28/hour
- Up to two dramaturgical workshops between in Vancouver, BC
- Travel costs, accommodation and per-diem (if travelling from outside of Vancouver, BC)
- Workshop performers, director, stage manager etc. provided and paid for by Upintheair Theatre (and agreed upon with Propeller Project Lead Artist)
Open to emerging and mid-career artists across Canada
DEADLINE: All proposals or interview requests must be received by Friday August 28, 2026 @ 11:59pm
#J-18808-Ljbffr
📌 Propeller Residency - DEADLINE: 2026/08/28 (Vancouver)
🏢 Playwrights Guild of Canada
📍 Vancouver
Reply to this offer
Impress this employer describing Your skills and abilities, fill out the form below and leave Your personal touch in the presentation letter.