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Welcome!

We are a premier all-women playwriting collective dedicated to promoting women's creativity in theater. We develop and curate diverse work to ensure that women's stories are accessible and produced.

Our Mission

MUSE COLLECTIVE is an all-women playwriting collective committed to shifting the narrative, placing women not as inspiration, but as creators at the center of the stage. By championing new work and curating a dynamic catalog of monologues, short plays, one-acts, full-lengths, and musicals, MUSE ensures that women’s stories are not only written, but accessible, discoverable, and produced.

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What happens when talented female playwrights around the world channel the timeless power of the nine muses?

 

NINE MUSES is a vibrant collection of 5-10-minute plays, each inspired by one of the legendary Greek muses and brought to life by the dynamic female playwrights of MUSE COLLECTIVE. From comedy to drama, from poignant reflection to bold theatricality, each piece captures the spirit of creativity, storytelling, and artistic inspiration in a fresh and contemporary voice.

 

Designed with flexibility in mind, these plays can be performed individually or woven together as a full evening of theatre, making them ideal for high schools, community theatres, senior troupes, and performance groups of all kinds.

 

Whether staged as a showcase or explored one by one, NINE MUSES celebrates the enduring influence of women, artistry, and the stories that continue to inspire us all.

NINE MUSES - An Anthology

The Founding Collective

Debra A. Cole
Playwright

Elena is a visionary writer known for her experimental stage works that challenge traditional narratives and explore the complexities of female identity.

Lisa Dellagiarino Feriend
Playwright

Sophia leads our production process, ensuring that every script is brought to life with the highest standards of theatrical excellence.

Dana Hall
Playwright

Mara handles the logistical and financial aspects, making sure our creative visions are supported by professional execution.

Jacquelyn Floyd-Priskorn
Playwright

Jessica is responsible for the curation of our work, ensuring that women's stories are accessible for global audiences.

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Arianna Rose
Playwright

Isabella creates immersive environments that transform the stage into a living extension of the narrative for our collective.

Nora Louise Syran
Playwright

Naomi provides structural analysis, ensuring every production is grounded in deep historical and cultural theater context.

Rachel Feeney-Williams
Playwright

Claire's lyrical approach brings a unique rhythmic quality to our scripts, blending timeless poetry with modern drama.

Danielle Wirsansky
Playwright

Amara scouts and nurtures emerging talent, building a pipeline of powerful new voices for our playwright collective.

YOU!
You're the final piece of the collective.

Olivia connects our work with the community, ensuring our stories reach new and underserved theater audiences worldwide.

Join The Movement

We are always looking for new voices and collaborators. Reach out to discuss your next project or to learn more about our upcoming productions.

hello@musecollective.com

Numerous Female Playwrights. Numerous Unique Voices. One Vibrant Stage.

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