LineStorm Playwrights

Overview

LineStorm Playwrights is a nonprofit organization based in Portland, Oregon. It was initially founded in 2012 as P-Town Playwrights by local writers, including Rich Rubin and Susan Faust. The group later rebranded as LineStorm Playwrights in 2016 and became a tax-exempt organization in March 2019[1][3][4].

Mission and Activities

The organization focuses on fostering the development of new and diverse works by playwrights. It operates under a community playwriting model, where members support each other through the process of writing original scripts. This model helps bridge the gap from writing to production by handling various aspects of staging plays[1].

LineStorm Playwrights comprises experienced playwrights who have produced works at significant festivals and theaters across the U.S. Members include notable playwrights like E.M. Lewis and Rich Rubin, whose works have received national recognition[1][2].

The group hosts bimonthly public readings of works by its members, providing a platform for developing and showcasing new plays[1]. Additionally, LineStorm participates in festivals like the Fertile Ground Festival of New Works, where they present multiple productions annually[1].

Community Engagement and Impact

LineStorm Playwrights plays a valuable role in Portland's theatrical ecosystem by focusing on playwright-centered works, distinguishing them from other producers who emphasize ensemble-derived or experimental theater[1]. The organization offers a support system for writers, guiding them through the entire process of developing their work, from initial drafts to full productions[1].

Notable Members and Works

• E.M. Lewis: Her play How the Light Gets In won the American Theatre Critics Association Steinberg New Play Award.
• Rich Rubin: His plays have been featured in major festivals and have won significant awards.
• Susan Faust: Known for her play Cloud Illusions.

References

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[1] https://www.orartswatch.org/oregon-playwrights-seeding-fertile-ground/ [2] https://linestormplaywrights.com [3] http://linestormplaywrights.com/about-us [4] https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/352608526 [5] https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/352608526/202440169349200424/full/