36 North is a collective of playwrights dedicated to the writing of theatrical works, proud of their geographical home in Santa Cruz, CA.

Meeting weekly on Monday nights, the playwrights gather to share ideas, critique and improve each others’ work, and prepare for upcoming readings. Take a look at the Calendar of Shows.

2026 Script-in-hand Reading Series

36 North’s 2026 Script-in-Hand Reading Series, produced in association with Actors’ Theatre.

May 25, 2026	TBD by 36North Playwrights
June 15, 2026	TBD by 36North Playwrights
July 20, 2026	TBD by 36North Playwrights
August 17, 2026	TBD by 36North Playwrights
September 14, 2026	Potpourri by 36North Playwrights

7 p.m., Mondays, at Actors’ Theatre, 1001 Center Street, Santa Cruz. FREE admission; donations appreciated.