2021 Requirements

WRITING
Please be sure you follow all requirements related to your application. Failure to comply with any of the
requirements listed below (including page limit) may result in disqualification during the review process
and/or make your application ineligible for an award.

Novel

Application Requirements

 One (1) 200-word synopsis of the novel.

 One (1) excerpt, to include the first opening 20 pages of the novel.
 Total synopsis and excerpt not to exceed 21 pages.
 Submissions must be in English. If words or phrases in another language are used, translations
must be included.

NOTE: If you are selected as a Winner and attend a YoungArts program, you will be part of a published
anthology of works based on your writing submissions. The editor will be making their selections for the
anthology from your submissions. If selected as a Finalist, you will also perform one of your works live
during YoungArts Week.

Media Submission Requirements

Content:

 Do not submit research papers, book reports or specific class assignments.

 Be sure to keep a copy of your work for your files.

Format:

 Typed, double-spaced, using only Times or Times New Roman font of 12 pt. size. Please include
page numbers. Single-spaced manuscripts will be disqualified.
 Do not place your name nor any awards, publications, etc. anywhere on your submission.
 Proofread your entire submission before uploading.

Uploading:

 Uploaded documents must be Word or PDF files. No other format will be accepted.
 List the title of the work in the space provided.
 Novel excerpt and description must be saved as separate documents. Only one novel excerpt
per applicant is accepted.

Intellectual Property and Copyright Requirements

 All submitted work must be wholly original and may not infringe upon the copyright or other
intellectual property or other legal or moral rights of any other person or entity.

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WRITING
Please be sure you follow all requirements related to your application. Failure to comply with any of the
requirements listed below (including page limit) may result in disqualification during the review process
and/or make your application ineligible for an award.

Poetry

Application Requirements

 Three (3) to Five (5) separate poems.

 Total work sample not to exceed 10 pages.
 Submissions must be in English. If words or phrases in another language are used, translations
must be included.

NOTE: If you are selected as a Winner and attend a YoungArts program, you will be part of a published
anthology of works based on your writing submissions. The editor will be making their selections for the
anthology from your submissions. If selected as a Finalist, you will also perform one of your works live
during YoungArts Week.

Media Submission Requirements

Content:

 Do not submit research papers, book reports or specific class assignments.

 Be sure to keep a copy of your work for your files.

Format

 Typed, formatting may reflect the intention of the author.

 Please include page numbers.
 Do not place your name nor any awards, publications, etc. anywhere on your submission.
 Proofread your entire submission before uploading.

Uploading:

 Uploaded documents must be Word or PDF files. No other format will be accepted.
 Each piece should be saved as a separate document and uploaded individually.
 List the title of the work in the space provided.

Intellectual Property and Copyright Requirements

 All submitted work must be wholly original and may not infringe upon the copyright or other
intellectual property or other legal or moral rights of any other person or entity.

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WRITING
Please be sure you follow all requirements related to your application. Failure to comply with any of the
requirements listed below (including page limit) may result in disqualification during the review process
and/or make your application ineligible for an award.

Short Story

Application Requirements

• One (1) to Two (2) complete and separate pieces of writing.

• Total submission not to exceed 20 pages.
• Submissions must be in English. If words or phrases in another language are used, translations
must be included.

NOTE: If you are selected as a Winner and attend a YoungArts program, you will be part of a published
anthology of works based on your writing submissions. The editor will be making their selections for the
anthology from your submissions. If selected as a Finalist, you will also perform one of your works live
during YoungArts Week.

Media Submission Requirements

Content:

 Do not submit research papers, book reports or specific class assignments.

 Be sure to keep a copy of your work for your files.

Format:

 Typed, double-spaced, and using only Times or Times New Roman font of 12 pt. size. Please
include page numbers. Single-spaced manuscripts will be disqualified.
 Do not place your name nor any awards, publications, etc. anywhere on your submission.
 Proofread your entire submission before uploading.

Uploading:

 Uploaded documents must be Word or PDF files. No other format will be accepted.
 Each piece should be saved as a separate document and uploaded individually.
 List the title of the work in the space provided.

Intellectual Property and Copyright Requirements

 All submitted work must be wholly original and may not infringe upon the copyright or other
intellectual property or other legal or moral rights of any other person or entity.

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 If your work has been submitted to other competitions, you are responsible for getting
permission to submit to YoungArts.

Reviewers and Panel are looking for:

 We are looking for command of the tools of language, originality, imagination, depth of ideas,
and overall excellence (no spelling errors please).

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 If your work has been submitted to other competitions, you are responsible for getting
permission to submit to YoungArts.

Reviewers and Panel are looking for:

 We are looking for command of the tools of language, originality, imagination, depth of ideas,
and overall excellence (no spelling errors please).

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WRITING
Please be sure you follow all requirements related to your application. Failure to comply with any of the
requirements listed below (including page limit) may result in disqualification during the review process
and/or make your application ineligible for an award.

Play or Script

Application Requirements

 One (1) script for dramatic performance not to exceed a total of 20 pages.
o Scripts for musicals are not permitted.
o Please refrain from submitting pieces that contain illustrations.
 If it is an excerpt and not the complete script, it must be preceded by a synopsis of no more than
200 words explaining how the excerpt fits into the play as a whole.
 Combined synopsis and excerpt not to exceed 21 pages.
 Submissions must be in English. If words or phrases in another language are used, translations
must be included.
 Title page, character list, set list, etc. are not required.

NOTE: If you are selected as a Winner and attend a YoungArts program, you will be part of a published
anthology of works based on your writing submissions. The editor will be making their selections for the
anthology from your submissions. If selected as a Finalist, you will also perform one of your works live
during YoungArts Week.

Media Submission Requirements

Content:

 Do not submit research papers, book reports or specific class assignments.

 Be sure to keep a copy of your work for your files.

Format:

 Typed, standard stage play or script format. The use of Celtx software is preferred.
 Please include page numbers.
 Do not place your name nor any awards, publications, etc. anywhere on your submission.
 Proofread your entire submission before uploading.

Uploading:

 Uploaded document must be Word or PDF files. No other format will be accepted.
 Play excerpt and synopsis must be saved as separate documents.
 List the title of the work in the space provided.

Intellectual Property and Copyright Requirements

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 All submitted work must be wholly original and may not infringe upon the copyright or other
intellectual property or other legal or moral rights of any other person or entity.
 If your work has been submitted to other competitions, you are responsible for getting
permission to submit to YoungArts.

Reviewers and Panel are looking for:

 We are looking for command of the tools of language, originality, imagination, depth of ideas,
and overall excellence (no spelling errors please).

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 2021 Requirements
 If your work has been submitted to other competitions, you are responsible for getting
permission to submit to YoungArts.

Reviewers and Panel are looking for:

 We are looking for command of the tools of language, originality, imagination, depth of ideas,
and overall excellence (no spelling errors please).

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WRITING
Please be sure you follow all requirements related to your application. Failure to comply with any of the
requirements listed below (including page limit) may result in disqualification during the review process
and/or make your application ineligible for an award.

Creative Nonfiction

Application Requirements

• Two (2) separate pieces of writing. Total number of pages not to exceed 20.
• Material may be memoir, autobiographical, or creative essay.
• Submissions must be in English. If words or phrases in another language are used, translations
must be included.

NOTE: If you are selected as a Winner and attend a YoungArts program, you will be part of a published
anthology of works based on your writing submissions. The editor will be making their selections for the
anthology from your submissions. If selected as a Finalist, you will also perform one of your works live
during YoungArts Week.

Media Submission Requirements

Content:

 Do not submit research papers, book reports or specific class assignments.

 Be sure to keep a copy of your work for your files.

Format:

 Typed, double-spaced, using only Times or Times New Roman font of 12 pt. size. Please include
page numbers. Single-spaced manuscripts will be disqualified.
 Do not place your name nor any awards, publications, etc. anywhere on your submission.
 Proofread your entire submission before uploading.

Uploading:

 Uploaded documents must be Word or PDF files. No other format will be accepted.
 Each piece should be saved as a separate document and uploaded individually.
 List the title of the work in the space provided.

Intellectual Property and Copyright Requirements

 All submitted work must be wholly original and may not infringe upon the copyright or other
intellectual property or other legal or moral rights of any other person or entity.

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 2021 Requirements
 If your work has been submitted to other competitions, you are responsible for getting
permission to submit to YoungArts.

Reviewers and Panel are looking for:

 We are looking for command of the tools of language, originality, imagination, depth of ideas,
and overall excellence (no spelling errors please).

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WRITING
Please be sure you follow all requirements related to your application. Failure to comply with any of the
requirements listed below (including page limit) may result in disqualification during the review process
and/or make your application ineligible for an award.

Spoken Word

Application Requirements

• Two (2) to three (3) written poems. Total written materials not to exceed 10 pages.
• Separate video performance for each poetry submission.
• Submissions must be in English. If words or phrases in another language are used, translations
must be included in the written portion.

NOTE: If you are selected as a Winner and attend a YoungArts program, you will be part of a published
anthology of works based on your writing submissions. The editor will be making their selections for the
anthology from your submissions. If selected as a Finalist, you will also perform one of your works live
during YoungArts Week.

Guidelines for Recording your Video Audition

 Your audition will be viewed on a large screen, please be sure your image is clear. The panel
must be able to see your facial expressions to properly adjudicate your work.
 Props are limited to one stool, two chairs, and one table.
 Use a fixed point of view for your camera with you being the main focus. Shoot straight on,
leaving the camera in one location. Do not pan or move the camera.
 Record your audition in a clearly defined interior space.
 The back drop should be a neutral color that is free of creases, breaks and distractions.
 Background music or sound tracks of any kind are not permitted.

Before recording your pieces, film a test. Perform the first few lines of your piece, then watch and listen
to it on playback. Check the following important things:

o Sound: Make sure the acoustics in the room are strong. Practice your piece in the space. If you
hear an echo in playback, adjust the recording volume or choose someplace else to
record. Utilize only the microphone on the video camera. Do not use a hand held
microphone. No mics should be seen in the frame while recording your piece.
o Lighting: Make sure the space is well-lit, but not too bright. Judges should be able to see your
face clearly. Too little light and judges may not be able to see you. Too much light will leave you
overexposed and judges cannot see your expressions.
o Framing: The camera should be set at a distance to frame your face and body clearly. If judges
only see your face and shoulders, it's too close. If judges can see the entire background but your
facial expressions cannot be seen clearly, it's too far away.
o Clothing: Wear clothing that is simple, comfortable and tasteful. And remember, your clothing
should never be more interesting than your audition. For example, stripes, patterns, or large

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advertisements can be very distracting. Wear something that has a gentle contrast to the back
drop and will help us see you clearly. If you are recording against a black back drop, do not wear
black. Please do not wear large jewelry. No costumes are permitted.

Media Submission Requirements

Written content:
 Do not submit research papers, book reports or specific class assignments.
 Be sure to keep a copy of your work for your files.
 Typed, formatting may reflect the intention of the author.
 Please include page numbers.
 Proofread your entire submission before uploading.

Uploading submission:
 Uploaded documents must be Word or PDF files. No other format will be accepted.
 Each piece should be saved as a separate file and uploaded individually.
 List the title of the work in the space provided.
 When uploading, verify that the image is upright (not sideways) and plays smoothly.
 Save and name your files with their titles and upload each selection separately.
 Do not put your name or any identifying information in or on your submission.
 Please do not do any of the following to your video as it may disqualify you:
 Do not edit within a piece.
 Do not use special effects, dissolves, fades or wipes.
 Do not submit pre-recorded live performances, such as recitals, concerts, or competitions.

Intellectual Property and Copyright Requirements

 All submitted work must be wholly original and may not infringe upon the copyright or other
intellectual property or other legal or moral rights of any other person or entity.
 If your work has been submitted to other competitions, you are responsible for getting
permission to submit to YoungArts.

Reviewers and Panel are looking for:

 We are looking for command of the tools of language and performance, originality, imagination,
depth of ideas, and overall excellence.

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