June 23 – 28, 2026 | Durango, CO
Nurturing New Plays
Durango PlayFest – a week-long play development festival featuring new works by four playwrights, and captivating readings for local audiences.
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OUR MISSION
Durango PlayFest empowers playwrights by providing a collaborative environment to develop new work with professional actors and directors, culminating in thought-provoking play readings and talkbacks that engage audiences. We create educational and employment opportunities for students and the community, while contributing to the economic and cultural vitality of Southwest Colorado.
plays by 24 playwrights have been performed since Durango PlayFest's inception in 2018.
plays have been produced or had other readings around the country.
attendees during our 7 seasons.
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