Theatre for Veterans began as a free playwriting class in 2021, and grew into a national community of talented writers, always raising the bar for themselves while showing up to support each other.
Classes & Workshops
Propel New Works offers free playwriting & screenwriting classes for military veterans and current servicemembers with access to video conferencing. Those who wish to stick around after completing our classes can join our bi-monthly writers’ group. All writing abilities are welcome. Classes are facilitated by founder Angeline Larimer, who pushes writers to their next level.
Propel New Works continues to support the development of new work by Veterans, with plans to keep on growing.
*We are offering our first screenwriting class from June - August 2025, every other Thursday from 8 - 9:30 pm EST.
Stay tuned for more opportunities to participate in the screenwriting class.
Interested or have any questions? Contact us below.
Introduction to Playwriting for Veterans
Participants study the fundamentals of playwriting, which includes how to write an industry-standard playscript. Writers will also set personal writing goals and learn how to support other writers as we workshop new plays. Weeks are set aside for writers to speak individually about their scripts with the instructor.
ONLINE MEETINGS
New Class
August 28 - December 11th, 2025
Thursdays 6:00-7:30 pm EST
Playwriting for Women Veterans
Women-only participants study the fundamentals of playwriting, which includes how to write an industry-standard playscript. Writers will also set personal writing goals and learn how to support other writers as we workshop new plays.
ONLINE MEETINGS
Every other Monday, 1:00-2:30 pm EST
Thursday Night Scriptwriting Workshop
Graduates of the Introduction to Playwriting class or Veterans who have already studied scriptwriting are invited to participate in our bi-monthly Thursday Night Scriptwriting Workshop. This group of supportive writers puts forward new work, participates in dramatic readings, and offers each other feedback.
ONLINE MEETINGS
Every other Thursday, 8:00 - 9:30 pm EST
*If you would rather only read parts and not participate as a writer, we’re also happy to have you attend.
Interested in joining a free class or workshop?
Contact us!
Friends of
U.S. Military Veterans & Servicemembers…
Consider a tax deductible donation to:
THEATRE for VETERANS
through
Propel New Works, Inc.
All scriptwriting classes & workshops are
FREE for veterans and servicemembers.
We pay featured veteran writers for the use of their work, and we produce an annual staged reading showcase called:
Staged Readings by New American Playwrights
We also incorporate interns, licensed health care providers, and other arts & humanities professionals to help maximize the benefits of our community.
Your financial support is appreciated.
Propel New Works is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.
Thank you for your support!