ALL attendees will have access to to watch every pitch with an opportunity to vote for your favorite as part of our Pitch Fest Awards, access to our Bonus Day with Collaborator Speed Dating, and Invitation to our Happy Hour networking event in New York City.
PRESENT YOUR
IDEAS
For those ready to pitch their projects, the VIP Pitch ticket options offer an unparalleled platform to present your ideas to a panel of industry pros. The feedback you receive can be instrumental in refining your pitch and increasing your chances of production.
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EXPECT
ALL attendees will have access to to watch every pitch with an opportunity to vote for your favorite as part of our Pitch Fest Awards, access to our Bonus Day with Collaborator Speed Dating, and Invitation to our Happy Hour networking event in New York City.
PRESENT YOUR
IDEAS
For those ready to pitch their projects, the VIP Pitch ticket options offer an unparalleled platform to present your ideas to a panel of industry pros. The feedback you receive can be instrumental in refining your pitch and increasing your chances of production.
Virtual Pitch Fest 2026
The ultimate event for TheaterMakers ready to get in the room.
Connect with industry leaders, sharpen your pitch, and present your show directly to
our panel of leading Producers, Artistic Directors, Agents and more.
All pitch sessions run live on Zoom, with an optional in-person mixer in New York City. Times are listed in Eastern and Pacific. Add them to your calendar once your spot is confirmed.
Day 01
Monday, September 28
Connect, Ask and Mingle
Collaborator Speed Date
Times TBA
Q&A with The Founder
4:00 PM ET1:00 PM PT
NYC Networking MixerIn person · New York
6:00 PM ET
The mixer is an optional in-person add-on. Everything else runs live on Zoom.
Day 01 · 4:00 PM ET · On Zoom
Q&A with Ken Davenport
Tony Award-Winning Broadway Producer & Founder of The TheaterMakers Studio
Ken is a Tony Award-winning producer of Broadway and Off-Broadway shows, including most recently A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical, Once on This Island (2018 Tony Award Best Musical Revival), Gettin’ the Band Back Together, Groundhog Day: The Musical, Deaf West’s Spring Awakening, and The Play That Goes Wrong. Davenport has revolutionized the Broadway market with his diverse approaches at engaging audiences through his shows, as well as supported the Broadway ecosystem through a number of his own subsidiary businesses.
Join us for a casual, in-person networking mixer designed to bring TheaterMakers together to connect, mingle, and meet new collaborators.
We’ll have a designated semi-private area reserved for our group for approximately 1–1.5 hours, giving everyone plenty of time to make introductions, talk about their projects, and build new connections. Come grab a drink, meet fellow TheaterMakers, and expand your creative community.
1–1.5 hours
Semi-private area
Cash bar
Please note: Food and beverages are not included with your registration. Attendees are welcome to purchase their own drinks and food directly from the venue.
Day 02
Tuesday, September 29
Pitch Day · Five Sessions
Pitch Session 1
10:00 AM ET7:00 AM PT
Pitch Session 2
11:00 AM ET8:00 AM PT
Pitch Session 3
12:00 PM ET9:00 AM PT
Pitch Session 4
1:00 PM ET10:00 AM PT
Pitch Session 5
2:00 PM ET11:00 AM PT
Session assignments are confirmed by email ahead of the event. You will be scheduled into one pitch slot.
Times subject to change
Our Panelists
Panelists subject to change
Before you book
Questions, answered
Who is Pitch Fest for?
Writers, composers, producers, and any theatermaker with a show — at any stage — who want feedback from working professionals and a real shot at moving from the page to the stage.
Is it virtual?
Yes. The full festival runs online over two days, so you can take part from anywhere. Every ticket includes recordings if you miss a session live.
What's the difference between the tiers?
Auditor gives you the access to watch and vote on your favorite pitches, recordings, and networking opportunities. VIP Pitch adds a live pitch to the panel, written feedback, and contest entry.
What is the contest?
VIP Pitch tickets are automatically entered into the festival contest. Full prize details are still being finalized — they'll be announced ahead of the event.
How long does early-bird pricing last?
Super Early-bird rates hold for a limited window until July 31st. Early-bird rates will then take effect until August 31st.
The stage is set. Your show goes next.
Early-bird seats are limited. Claim yours before the lineup is announced and prices rise.
Writers, composers, producers, and any theatermaker with a show — at any stage — who want feedback from working professionals and a real shot at moving from the page to the stage.
Is it virtual?
Yes. The full festival runs online over two days, so you can take part from anywhere. Every ticket includes recordings if you miss a session live.
What's the difference between the tiers?
Auditor gives you the access to watch and vote on your favorite pitches, recordings, and networking opportunities. VIP Pitch adds a live pitch to the panel, written feedback, and contest entry.
What is the contest?
VIP Pitch tickets are automatically entered into the festival contest. Full prize details are still being finalized — they'll be announced ahead of the event.
How long does early-bird pricing last?
Super Early-bird rates hold for a limited window until July 31st. Early-bird rates will then take effect until August 31st.
The stage is set. Your show goes next.
Early-bird seats are limited. Claim yours before the lineup is announced and prices rise.