Think you’ve got a sketch that deserves the spotlight? We want to read it!

Each month, 3-4 sketches are chosen and performed by our cast in front of a live audience in a staged reading. At the end of the night, a winner is selected by a panel of judges and input from the audience to be fully produced and performed (including costumes, lights, SFX, props, etc.) at the following month’s show.

We welcome bold, original comedy, but reserve the right to decline material that relies on hate speech or harmful stereotypes.

🎭 What you get:

• A live staged reading of your sketch performed by our cast

• Feedback from a real audience

• The chance to have your sketch fully produced

• Bragging rights as Sacramento’s Favorite Sketch Writer

📌 Submission Guidelines:

• Sketches should be 3–7 pages

• Submit original work only

• Keep cast size flexible (we recommend 2–6 performers)

• Minimal tech requirements preferred (think simple staging and costumes)

• Comedy of all styles welcome! 

• We discourage punching down of any kind, including racism, sexism, homophobia, transphobia, etc. Punching up encouraged! 

📅 Important Info:

• Show: First Saturday of every month at 7 PM

• Location: Eagle Theatre (Old Sacramento)

• Selected writers will be notified in advance of the show

🚨 Submission deadline:

The 15th of each month, prior to next month's show (example: 4/15 is the submission deadline for our 5/2 show)

🤔 What is a staged reading?

• A staged reading is a form of theatre performance where actors read from scripts while standing or sitting on stage, typically without sets, costumes, or full memorization. It is a rehearsed, stripped-down presentation focusing on the script, often used to develop new plays, showcase work, or allow audience imagination to fill in visual elements.

🚀 Ready to submit?

Complete the form and upload your sketch below and let’s see what you’ve got!