The Ryan Hudak LGBTQ+ Dramatic Writing Award
This annual NYFA award supports one LGBTQ+ playwright or screenwriter in New York State with an $8,000 grant to honor originality and innovation in dramatic writing.
Funder: New York Foundation for The Arts
Due Dates: June 17, 2025 | June 16, 2026
Funding Amounts: $8,000 cash award; one recipient annually; unrestricted use.
Summary: Supports one LGBTQ+ playwright or screenwriter based in New York State to advance their creative practice.
Description
This annual award honors the legacy of Ryan Hudak by recognizing and supporting the creative achievements of LGBTQ+ playwrights and screenwriters residing in New York State. The program aims to celebrate originality, creativity, and innovation in dramatic writing, providing an unrestricted $8,000 cash grant to a single artist each year. The award is not a project grant; funds may be used at the recipient's discretion to advance their artistic practice or career.
