Funding Faqs

Eg., [Showcase/Presentation/etc.] opportunity for [script title/ presentation/etc.] at TGCPS in Grande Prairie, Alberta, May 2024.

• An opportunity to develop markets and networks
• Presentation of a script/theory/research/conclusions/personal experience/etc.
• Exploration of future artistic collaborations 
• Research for artistic content for programming
• Showcasing at a conference of theatre influencers and decision-makers
• Participation in a significant event

Hosted in Grande Prairie, Alberta, in May 2024 (exact dates TBC), TGCPS has a national scope that welcomes all members of Canada’s theatre community, in addition to special guests from abroad.

• TGCPS is a low-cost opportunity for playwrights to showcase their work to a concentrated group of  influencers and decision-makers. 
• TGCPS is a networking event that fosters live theatre productions. 

At TGCPS, emerging theatre professionals acquire insight and knowledge from established ones, creating new relationships, inspiring dialogue, and furthering production outcomes for playwrights, producers, artistic directors, designers, crew members, actors, and their neighbourhood businesses. 

• To better understand the script selection and production process
• To network
• To get a script produced
• To meet new talent
• To form partnerships
• For jobs
• To increase overall supply and demand of live theatre productions
• To acquire strategies that strengthen alliances with our local communities
• To participate in significant dialogue that addresses accessibility issues for the deaf and hard of hearing, as well as first generation Canadians whose first language is neither French nor English.

Grande Prairie has a convenient airport that receives visitors from all over Canada.  The north-west drive from Calgary takes just over 7 hours, and from Edmonton it takes about 5 hours. Fort St. John is barely 2 hours away, and the 12 hour drive from Vancouver is beautiful!

Vehicle rental and pick-up are available at the Grand Prairie Airport, and most hotels offer an airport shuttle service. Taxis are plentiful. Busses run frequently only during peak hours. Downtown Grande Prairie is not extensive, and walking is a viable option in many cases.

The conference organisation provides transportation between the official hotel and certain events. 

Grande Prairie has a wide range of hotel, motel, and camping options. In addition, billeting options may be available. The city and surrounding area has a vast selection of bars and restaurants of varying price ranges. 

Grande Prairie, Alberta lies within the prescribed intermediate zone.

Please email to request a meeting confirmation.

The Great Canadian Playwright Showcase is presented by Go Live Productions. This production and promotion company collaborates with artists, all levels of government, private enterprise, and local charities to encourage both artistic expression and support for the arts. Please email for more information.