Friday, February 27, 2009

Screenplay competition for New York writers

Hey, New York screenwriters - this press release came through our inbox and we wanted to give you all a heads-up:
RochesterTalent.com, Inc. proudly presents the "ScreenPlay Live!" Screenwriting Competition. Screenwriters living in New York State will compete for the rare opportunity to have professional actors perform their work in a live reading as part of the The Rochester High Falls International Film Festival, May 13th-18th, 2009

In addition, the winning screenwriter will be provided with travel and accommodations for the festival, and will be presented with an award at the reading.

Deadline: Entries must be received on or before March 14th, 2009. Five Finalists will be announced March 28th. The Winner will be announced April 4th, 2009.

$10 per screenplay. There is no limit to the number of screenplays you may submit. Submissions are accepted via electronic submission (to screenplay@rochestertalent.com). Mail check or money order only to RochesterTalent.com, Inc., 315 Gregory St., Suite 300, Rochester, NY 14620.

The competition is open to New York State residents only. All ages are eligible.

For complete rules and regulations go to: http://www.rochestertalent.com/screenplay.htm