New Contest Seeks Next Rom-Com Screenwriting Star

Stage 32 and Evoke Entertainment have partnered to launch a novel screenwriting contest designed to identify and cultivate new talent in the romantic-comedy genre. This collaboration establishes a unique pathway for aspiring writers, guiding them from initial discovery through to professional development and eventual production.

Submissions for the Rom-Com Screenwriting Contest are set to begin in February. Evoke Entertainment will play a crucial role in the judging process, evaluating semi-finalist loglines and reading the scripts of the top ten finalists. Key dates include the announcement of semi-finalists on June 19, finalists on July 3, and the ultimate winner on July 24.

The winning script will be prioritized for development by Evoke, with plans to package it for potential buyers across various platforms including studios, streamers, and networks. Concurrently, Stage 32 will provide extensive script development support to ensure the project's readiness. This initiative aligns with Stage 32's mission to foster a more accessible and merit-based entertainment industry, while Evoke seeks to meet the growing global demand for feel-good content.

Evoke Entertainment, with a portfolio including nine romantic-comedies and multiple series for networks like Hallmark, Lifetime, and Netflix, brings a decade of experience in producing rom-coms. Stage 32, boasting 1.5 million members globally, has a proven track record of facilitating talent through representation, options, and production deals, further solidifying this partnership's potential to launch new screenwriting careers.