Griffin Independent 2009
In 2009, Griffin aims to put its Australian work in a global context and extend its support for the independent sector with the launch of Griffin Independent, an annual season of 5-6 new international plays presented by some of the country's most exciting artists and independent theatre companies.
Running in parallel to Griffin's own mainstage season of new Australian plays, Griffin Independent will become Sydney's gateway for new international playwriting and make the SBW Stables Theatre Sydney's most significant venue for contemporary playwriting.
By promoting a creative dialogue between playwrights from Australia and the rest of the world, it will give both artists and audience members a chance to understand themselves in a way that matters – as part of a global community, not just a national one. Griffin's mainstage season of productions will remain - as ever - new Australian work.
Submissions for the 2009 season are now open, closing 7 November 2008.