PRIME Voices is our ongoing reading series that shines a light on works by women over 50—or stories that feature women over 50 at their center. These readings focus on plays still in development, offering playwrights the invaluable opportunity to hear their words come to life and refine their work with the help of audience feedback.

At PRIME Productions, we believe the creative process thrives on collaboration and conversation. A public reading is a vital step in a play’s journey from page to stage. It allows artists to explore tone, rhythm, and emotional truth in real time, while inviting audiences to be active participants in shaping new work. After each reading, we invite attendees to share their impressions, insights, and questions—creating a dialogue that deepens the artistic process and strengthens the connection between artist and audience.

The results speak for themselves. Several pieces that began as PRIME Voices readings have gone on to become full productions, including For Peter Pan on Her 70th Birthday by Sarah Ruhl. This evolution from reading to mainstage performance embodies our mission: to explore, illuminate, and celebrate the stories of women over 50 through the creative power of performance.

PRIME Voices is more than a reading series—it’s a laboratory for discovery, a gathering place for artists and audiences, and a testament to the vibrant creativity that flourishes at every stage of life. These are the voices of tomorrow’s great plays—stories that change the narrative of what life over 50 looks like: bold, complex, funny, fearless, and full of possibility. Join us for these special occasions and lend your voice to the future of storytelling.

Past PRIME Voices Readings