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The annual international competition was founded in 1989 by Alleyway Theatre in memory of Canadian actor/playwright Maxim Mazumdar (1953-1988).

Mazumdar’s many contributions to the early growth of Alleyway Theatre were artistically invaluable and instrumental in shaping a continuing relationship with Canadian theatre. It was at Alleyway Theatre that Mazumdar gave his final performance in the premiere of his original musical LUPERCAL on March 27, 1988.


Finalists

2019 Finalists

Full Length Finalists

RED ALIEN by Jane B Jones
THE MIGHTY MAISIE by Bella Poynton

One Act Finalists

BLUE SKY WITH APPROACHING STORM by Kate Katcher
COUNTDOWN TO LOVE by Ron Asher