Next Narrative

True Colors’ Next Narrative Monologue Competition features newly created works from fifty of America’s leading contemporary Black playwrights to engage students in the exploration of 21st- century themes while instilling the confidence to find their voice and celebrating the rich tradition of Black storytelling.

Program Objectives:

1. Introduce students to today’s leading contemporary Black writers

2. Expose students to acting techniques that enhance their knowledge of
the art and skill of performance

3. Utilize the arts to support students in making co-curricular connections

4. Investigate how history and culture influence personal perspective through artful exploration

5. Embolden students to use their voices to inspire social action

This program serves high school students, grades 9–12, who will compete regionally. The top two winners will receive an all-expense paid trip to New York City to compete nationally.