Our Mission
MUSE COLLECTIVE is an all-women playwriting collective committed to shifting the narrative, placing women not as inspiration, but as creators at the center of the stage. By championing new work and curating a dynamic catalog of monologues, short plays, one-acts, full-lengths, and musicals, MUSE ensures that women’s stories are not only written, but accessible, discoverable, and produced.
NINE MUSES - An Anthology
The Muse Collective, founded by Debra A. Cole, Lisa Dellagiarino Feriend, Dana Hall, Jacquelyn Floyd-Priskorn, Arianna Rose, Nora Louise Syran, Rachel Feeney-Williams, and Danielle Wirsansky, is seeking additional female-identifying playwrights to join us as founding collaborators in an exciting new anthology project: Nine Muses. What happens when female voices channel the timeless power of the nine Muses?
Nine Muses will be a vibrant collection of 5–10-minute plays, each inspired by one of the legendary Greek Muses and brought to life by dynamic female playwrights. From comedy to drama, from poignant reflection to bold theatricality, each piece will capture the spirit of creativity, storytelling, and artistic inspiration through a fresh, contemporary lens.
Designed with flexibility in mind, these plays can be performed individually or woven together in any combination for a full evening of theatre, making the collection ideal for theatre groups of all sizes. We are building this collective with a shared vision: to support one another’s voices while creating high-quality, accessible work, and to grow a sustainable platform for our plays beyond this initial collection.
We are seeking collaborators who are:
- Passionate about new work and theatrical storytelling
- Excited to be part of a collaborative, supportive collective
- Interested in creating one original 5–10-minute play inspired by one of the nine Muses
Important Note: Your chosen Muse is simply a creative catalyst for this collection. It does not limit your genre, voice, or style for your submission.
Compensation & Collective Vision:
At this time, there is no fee for the play included in this anthology. Instead, all proceeds from the Nine Muses collection will be reinvested into building and maintaining a dedicated Muse Collective website. This platform will serve as a promotional hub for all participating playwrights, featuring:
- Founding and contributing member playwright profiles
- Direct links to personal websites (if available)
- Connections to purchasable works through publishers, NPX, and other platforms
Our goal is to create a sustainable, long-term resource that amplifies each playwright’s visibility and supports ongoing opportunities for production and publication. This anthology is just the beginning. The Muse Collective is envisioned as an artistic home... one that fosters continued collaboration, future collections, and the amplification of women’s voices in theatre. We would be honored to have you submit for this inaugural project. If this opportunity speaks to you, we would love to share more details and answer any questions you may have.
Warmly,
Debra, Lisa, Dana, Jacquie, Arianna, Nora, Racelle, and Danielle
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CRITERIA:
- To be eligible for the Nine Muses you must be female identifying.
- There is no submission fee for this script call; however, please only send two submissions per writer.
- 5-10-minute plays are accepted inspired by one of the nine muses.
- Short Plays should no longer than 10 pages.
- Plays MUST be original and unproduced.
- Entries must be submitted in a PDF Document format.
- Plays may not be written using any generative AI.
New muses will be notified by XXXXXXX if their play has been selected. Playwrights will retain all rights to their work. The selected playwrights will receive one free copy of the anthology. Send submissions to debracole@me.com with [YOUR NAME] MUSE NAME PLAY NAME in the subject line.
THE 9 MUSES
Calliope: muse of eloquence and heroic poetry. Represented crowned with laurel wreaths, head resting on one hand, meditating.
Clio: muse of history. Goddess of Memory. Represented crowned with laurels, with a trumpet and the book Thucydide.
Erato: muse of Lyric or Erotic Poetry. Represented with lyre, hymns and sometimes a wreath of roses.
Euterpe: muse of the music. Giver of Pleasure. Represented with the flute.
Melpomene: muse of the Tragedy. Represented with a tragic mask, leather boots and knife or stick.
Polymnia: muse of Sacred Poetry, geometry, meditation and agriculture. Thoughtful, wearing tunic and veil.
Terpsichore: muse of the Dance. Represented sitting with a lyre. Mother of mermaids.
Thalia: muse of the Comedy. Festive. Represented with a comic mask and crown of ivy.
Urania: muse of Astronomy and Astrology. Mathematics and exact sciences. Dressed in blue with globe and compass.
The Founding Collective
Debra A. Cole
Playwright
Elena is a visionary writer known for her experimental stage works that challenge traditional narratives and explore the complexities of female identity.
Lisa Dellagiarino Feriend
Playwright
Sophia leads our production process, ensuring that every script is brought to life with the highest standards of theatrical excellence.
Dana Hall
Playwright
Mara handles the logistical and financial aspects, making sure our creative visions are supported by professional execution.
Jacquelyn Floyd-Priskorn
Playwright
Jessica oversees the curation of our portfolio, connecting feminine narratives with international theater markets. Her poetic sensibility adds a distinct cadence to our shared goal of amplifying influential and innovative playwrights.
Arianna Rose
Playwright
Isabella creates immersive environments that transform the stage into a living extension of the narrative for our collective.
Nora Louise Syran
Playwright
Naomi provides structural analysis, ensuring every production is grounded in deep historical and cultural theater context.
Rachel Feeney-Williams
Playwright
Claire's lyrical approach brings a unique rhythmic quality to our scripts, blending timeless poetry with modern drama.
Danielle Wirsansky
Playwright
Amara scouts and nurtures emerging talent, building a pipeline of powerful new voices for our playwright collective.
YOU!
You're the final piece of the collective.
Olivia connects our work with the community, ensuring our stories reach new and underserved theater audiences worldwide.
Join The Movement
We are always looking for new voices and collaborators. Reach out to discuss your next project or to learn more about our upcoming productions.
hello@musecollective.com
Numerous Female Playwrights. Numerous Unique Voices. One Vibrant Stage.