It’s time to start thinking about the 2017 Ten-Minute PlayFest! The 12th Annual PlayFest for the Actor’s Theater of Orcas Island will take place next spring. Put your pen to paper or fingers to the keyboard and submit a short play based on the theme “Something New.”

“We’re looking for short play submissions from local writers. Whether you are a seasoned playwright or a brand new writer, we’d love to consider your work,” say organizers.

They will choose seven plays for a full production in May 2017 at The Grange. For guidelines, contact Michele Griskey at mmgriskey@rockisland.com or 376-3848. You can submit anytime between now and Jan. 31, 2016.