THE PROTAGONIST JOURNAL

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OPEN CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS 

We’re looking for thoughtful, creative, and passionate contributions that explore the many ways drama and theatre inspires learning, reflection, and connection. Whether it’s the thrill of live performance, the discovery of a new practitioner, or the lessons learned backstage, we want to hear from you.

Who Can Submit

  • Drama students — secondary or tertiary level — guided by their teachers.

  • Drama teachers who wish to share insights, experiences, or research.

What We’re Looking For

We welcome a wide range of written and visual pieces, including but not limited to:

  • Theatre Reviews — Responses to school productions, and professional live theatre

  • Play Explorations — Creative or analytical looks at text, staging, and interpretation.

  • Practitioner Spotlights — Articles or reflections on drama theorists and directors

  • Theatre History Features — Engaging explorations of moments, movements, or figures from global theatre heritage.

  • World Theatre Traditions — Insightful pieces on performance practices around the world

  • Creative Features — Design sketches, rehearsal journals, or 

If it deepens students' understanding of drama,  theatre and performance, we want to see it!

Submission Details

  • Written pieces: up to 1,200 words (flexible for exceptional work).

  • Visual submissions (set/costume designs, performance photos, etc.) should include explanatory captions.

  • Please ensure all student work is supervised and accompanied by teacher contact details.

Why Submit?

Being published in The Protagonist Journal gives students the experience of sharing their voice with a wider community — of theatre lovers, educators, and young artists who believe in the transformative power of drama.

How to Submit

Send all enquiries and submissions to: info@blackbox.education

 Use the subject line: Issue Two Submission – [School/Contributor Name]

Deadline: February 20th 2026

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GET INVOLVED!

As drama teachers, you’ll find The Protagonist Journal to be an invaluable resource for engaging and inspiring your students. Use it to enrich your curriculum or set sections as independent study to encourage self-guided exploration. With its rich content and practical tools, The Protagonist Journal is here to support you in fostering creativity, growth, and a deeper love for drama in your students.

Do you or your students want to get involved? We’d love to hear from you! Share creative journeys, offer practical advice, or write reviews of productions you’ve seen. The Protagonist Journal is the perfect platform to showcase your and your students’ voices. Your contributions can help shape this journal into a vibrant community resource for students (and teachers alike).

For more information on how to get involved, please email info@blackbox.education

The Protagonist Journal is published by Black Box Education twice a year - September and March.