Posted by Theatre of Measured Histories
Theatre of Measured Histories is seeking submissions from Black, non-Equity directors for the premiere production of Syncopation on Terauley Street by Trisha Harlan. This piece won the RBC Emerging Playwright Award at the 2025 Tom Hendry Awards, and is set to have its premiere production in February 2027.
SYNOPSIS: In 1921 Toronto, Lila, a young Black singer-songwriter, battles racism, love, and loss while rebuilding her band and community through an inclusive performance venue that defies segregation and uplifts the next generation of artists.
*Please note that this production has been cast with actors who participated in the 2025 script development workshop.
Performance Venue: Alumnae Theatre MainStage at 70 Berkeley Street in Toronto
Performance Dates: February 12th – 21st, 2027
Rehearsals: Part-time in Toronto. Beginning late November or early December 2026. To be scheduled based on team availability.
Total Director Fee: $1,400 + 4% profit share up to $900
SUBMISSION GUIDELINES:
Please send submissions to contact@measuredhistories.ca, and include the following:
- Resume outlining theatrical experience
- Artist’s statement (250 words or less) describing your directorial practice, including style, approach and particular areas of interest
- Optional: supporting materials including reviews, photos or videos of previous work
SUBMISSION DEADLINE: 11:59pm on Wednesday, November 11th. Early submissions are strongly encouraged. Candidates selected for interviews will be given access to the script. Virtual interviews will be held on November 15th, 16th and 17th.
Theatre of Measured Histories thanks all directors for their submissions, but only those selected for interviews will be contacted.