Membership Applications
I have just recently moved, and my old address is tied to my Dramatists Guild account. How do I change my address?
To change your address, login to your account and go to your Member Dashboard. There, click on My Membership and scroll down until you see your mailing address. From there, you can change your address and save your changes. Our database will ...
I was a Member a long time ago. Would you still have my record on file?
While we do keep records on file indefinitely, we may only have limited information on such members. If you are looking to reinstate your membership, please fill out the Reinstatement Form available on our website. After completing a reinstatement ...
I applied but never paid. How long do you keep records on file?
We keep records on file indefinitely. However, you will need to email questions@dramatistsguild.com and request a username in order to access the website, pay dues, and officially activate your membership.
What are Supporting Materials?
The supporting materials that are required for your membership are dependent on the level that you are applying for. When applying for a membership, you may submit the following supporting materials: For Those Applying for the Member Level ($130): ...
I applied, but I haven't heard back.
Please email questions@dramatistsguild.com with any emails about your application so that we can fix any error that may have occurred.
Why do you ask for ethnicity?
We here at the Guild understand that many of our members deal with racism, and we actively work against any kind of discrimination that members face in the theatre. By asking for your ethnicity, we are merely making sure that we have a unique ...
Why do you ask for a date of birth?
We understand that many of our members deal with ageism, and we work against any kind of discrimination that members of the Guild face in the theatre. By asking for your date of birth, we are merely making sure we have a unique identifier to add to ...
Can I join for only 1 year?
Anyone who joins The Dramatists Guild and becomes a member is welcome to stay a member for as long as they like. Whether that's for a month, a year, or for the entirety of their writing career. Of course, we here at the Guild much prefer the latter. ...
I don't have a username to login to the Dramatists Guild website
There are 2 ways to obtain your username: One way is through our website. On the Login page, find the 'Find My Username' link. Click on the link, then put in your Member Number, your mailing zip code, and your first name in the fields on that page. ...
How long does it take to process Applications?
In the effort to support non-members and allow them to quickly and easily obtain a Dramatists Guild membership, we have simplified our application process. Once you submit your application, you will be asked to pay your membership dues. You are able ...
How do I reinstate my membership?
After completing a Reinstatement Form, you will be taken through the process of finalizing your reinstatement. To fully reinstate your membership, please visit our Pay Member Dues page and submit your dues payment. You can choose between a one time ...
I am a dropped member. Do I have to complete another application in order to reinstate my membership?
You do not. In most cases, if you were a member of the Dramatists Guild in the past, we have your record on file. However, while you do not need to submit an entirely new application, we do ask that you please fill out a Reinstatement Form. In the ...
How do I advance my membership?
Any Associate member who has recently been professionally produced or published by an established publisher has the option to match their Dramatists Guild level to their current career level. Associate members interested in advancing their membership ...
What's the difference between Associate and Member levels?
In 2010, the Guild’s Council voted to revise the categories of membership to more accurately reflect the landscape of American theatre today. There are now two levels of membership, Member, and Associate. To qualify for the new Member level, a writer ...
How do I join?
In order to join Dramatists Guild, you need to prove that you are a writer for the theatre. You can join at 2 member levels: Member or Associate. The Member level is for those who have produced or published their work with a reputable licensing ...