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New Dramaworks: Short Play Festival

April 14, 2027 April 18, 2027

Theatre Performance Short Play Festival Promo Image

Date & Time
Wednesday–Saturday, April 14–17, 2027 (7:30–10:30 p.m.)
Sunday, April 18, 2027 (2–5 p.m.)

The New Dramaworks Short Play Festival is back! The UWM Department of Theatre presents an exciting showcase of original plays celebrating hope and resistance. Don’t miss the premiere of these brand-new works written, directed and produced by UWM students.

Directed by UWM Theatre Students
Mentored by Ralph Janes
Curated by Alvaro Saar Rios


Logo with colorful lines and text for the World Premiere Wisconsin theatre festival.

The New Dramaworks Short Play Festival is presented as part of World Premiere Wisconsin, a state-wide festival celebrating new plays and musicals.


In-person Tickets

General$13
Seniors 65+, *UWM Faculty, Staff & Alumni$11
Youth 17 and Under$9
*UWM Student$7
*PSOA Student (events ONLY in your department)FREE
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Milwaukee, WI 53211