This event is in the past.It took place on March 10, 2026 at LaGuardia Performing Arts Center.
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PlayWatch creativity combust in real time as student writers, directors, and actors race to build brand-new plays from nothing and stage them within 24 hours. The results are unpredictable, electric, and completely unpolished in the best way.
Student-driven theater
Raw creative energy
Emerging artists
Fast-paced performance
Tips
🎭seats are comfortable and sightlines are good
🌍diverse student body brings fresh perspectives to every show
⏰only one performance per play — no second chances
$12
Rough Draft Festival
PlayPlayWatch creativity combust in real time as student writers, directors, and actors race to build brand-new plays from nothing and stage them within 24 hours. The results are unpredictable, electric, and completely unpolished in the best way.
Student-driven theater
Raw creative energy
Emerging artists
Fast-paced performance
Tips
🎭seats are comfortable and sightlines are good
🌍diverse student body brings fresh perspectives to every show
⏰only one performance per play — no second chances
$12
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