←Premiere Stages at Kean University

Premiere Stages, the professional Equity theatre company in residence at Kean University, is pleased to recognize Strange Men as a Semi-Finalist for the 2025 Premiere Play Festival. Strange Men rose through a competitive process conducted by Premiere staff and an external panel to become distinguished among 805 submissions. The panel was impressed by play's strong use of subtext, and the exploration of the rich inner lives of men in a well-drawn world. Our congratulations and thanks to Will.

Premiere Stages, the professional Equity theatre company in residence at Kean University, is pleased to recognize The Black Madonna as a Semi-Finalist for the 2025 Premiere Play Festival. The play rose through a competitive process conducted by Premiere staff and an external panel to become distinguished among 805 submissions. The panel commended the vivid use of folklore, legend, and omens, which showcased the rich landscape and characters in Cahuita. Our congratulations and thanks to Steve.

Premiere Stages, the professional Equity theatre company in residence at Kean University, is pleased to recognize The Myth of the Two Marcos as a Semi-Finalist for the 2025 Premiere Play Festival. The play rose through a competitive process conducted by Premiere staff and an external panel to become distinguished among 805 submissions. The panel was impressed by the exploration of how friendship, circumstances, and choices can shape one’s life. Our congratulations and thanks to Tony.

Premiere Stages, the professional Equity theatre company in residence at Kean University, is pleased to recognize Suicide Cowboys as a Semi-Finalist for the 2025 Premiere Play Festival. Suicide Cowboys rose through a competitive process conducted by Premiere staff and an external panel of theatre professionals to become distinguished among 805 submissions. The panel was impressed by the play’s raw, unflinching exploration of suicide and choice. Our congratulations and thanks to Greg.

Premiere Stages, the professional Equity theatre company in residence at Kean University, is pleased to recognize (unrepeatable!) as a Semi-Finalist in the 2025 Premiere Play Festival. (unrepeatable!) rose through a competitive process conducted by Premiere staff and an external panel of professionals to become distinguished among 805 submissions. The panel was particularly impressed by the play's nuanced conflicts and authentic character relationships. Our congratulations and thanks to kc.

Premiere Stages, the professional Equity theatre company in residence at Kean University, is pleased to recognize Wolves At The Door as a Semi-Finalist for the 2025 Premiere Play Festival. The play rose through a competitive process to become distinguished among 805 submissions. Our panel was impressed by the precise narrative of such unthinkable loss, and the introduction of each "wolf" presenting a new, unforeseen challenge in the couple's healing. Our congratulations and thanks to Ali.

Premiere Stages, the professional Equity theatre company in residence at Kean University, is pleased to recognize Switzerland as a Semi-Finalist in the 2025 Premiere Play Festival. Switzerland rose through a competitive process conducted by Premiere staff and a panel of theatre professionals to become distinguished among 805 submissions. The panel was impressed by the play’s language, pacing, and the development of the characters’ relationships. Our congratulations and thanks to Veronique.

Premiere Stages, the professional Equity theatre company in residence at Kean University, is pleased to recognize TWO CATCHERS as a Semi-Finalist for the 2025 Premiere Play Festival. TWO CATCHERS rose through a competitive selection process conducted by Premiere staff and a panel of outside theatre professionals to become distinguished among 805 submissions. The panel was impressed by the well-structured dialogue and the relationships between characters. Our congratulations and thanks to Brad.

Premiere Stages, the professional Equity theatre company in residence at Kean University, is pleased to recognize CRAYON SUN as a Semi-Finalist for the 2025 Premiere Play Festival. CRAYON SUN rose through a competitive process conducted by Premiere staff and an external panel of professionals to become distinguished among 805 submissions. The panel was impressed the play's simple beauty, and how the innocence crumbles when tragic, senseless evil strikes. Our congratulations and thanks to Tlaloc.

Premiere Stages, the professional Equity theatre company in residence at Kean University, is pleased to recognize ReWombed as a Semi-Finalist in the 2025 Premiere Play Festival. ReWombed rose through a competitive process conducted by Premiere staff and an external panel to become distinguished among 805 submissions. The panel was impressed by the play’s exploration of reproductive rights, marital dynamics, and the nuances of medical advancements. Our congratulations and thanks to Nikki.