The Experts Theater Company
CreateTheater’s Writers Residency
Want to see your show finally on stage?
Tired of endless rounds of development?
CreateTheater has been producing new work since 2016.
Sign up for a free 15-minute call. We’ll uncover your boldest dreams and biggest barriers, and learn if we’re a good fit.
The Experts Theater Company
CreateTheater’s Writers’ Residency
Which Level is Right for You?
CREATOR LEVEL — Create
$59/mo or $590/yr
Your foundation: structure, accountability, and momentum.
- You get:
Weekly Writers Groups (Musicals & Plays)
Feedback in a supportive community
Monday Night Reading Series: Online Readings
Member discounts on CreateTheater workshops
Eligibility for donor-funded Festival/Cabaret space
Access to the ETC online creative community
Best for: Writers who want consistent creative output in a supportive community.
INDUSTRY LEVEL — Connect
$79/mo or $790/yr
Your virtual entry into the NYC professional theater community.
- You get:
Weekly Thursday Industry Webinars
Monthly access to Broadway/Off-Broadway producers, GMs, directors & leaders
Online Networking and Pitching events
Access to all recordings in our industry archive
Member discounts on CreateTheater workshops
Donor-funded Festival/Cabaret support
Best for: Writers outside NYC who want a “seat at the table” before they even arrive.
EXPERTS LEVEL — Elevate
$129/mo or $1,290/yr
Your full professional development experience.
- You get everything in Creator + Industry:
Weekly Writing Groups
Thursday Industry Webinars
Industry-Level Networking
Priority Access to Producing Opportunities
Member Discounts to All Programs - Yearly Dramaturgy Review
- Monday Night Online Reading Series
- Pitching Workshops
- Marketing Workshops
- Musical Development Workshops
Donor-funded Festival/Cabaret Support
Best for: Writers preparing for production or submission.
PRODUCTION WORKSHOP — Produce
$349/mo or $3,490/yr
Your guided pathway to a professional reading, showcase, or Festival presentation.
- You get:
Step-by-step dramaturgy
One-on-one producer mentorship
Help assembling your team & cast
Union paperwork guidance
Marketing walk-through
Budgeting support
Showcase/reading preparation
Member discounts + donor-funded Festival/Cabaret support
Best for: Creators ready for industry visibility and real production.
GET DONOR-FUNDED ACCESS TO FESTIVAL & CABARET SPACE
Each year, CreateTheater raises donations specifically for ETC Members.
✔ 100% of these donations go directly to members
✔ Funding is used to discount or fully pay for studio space
✔ Available for:
- The CreateTheater New Works Festival
- The New Works Cabaret
Being an ETC Member = automatic eligibility for these donor-funded benefits.
No strings attached! You can leave the company anytime you’d like.
Not sure if we’re a good fit? Sign up for a free consultation to talk with us.