DREAMing on Stage

Co-Presented By Mayors Office of Media and Entertainment, Mexican Studies Institute at CUNY, National Queer Theater and New York Theatre Workshop

This is a free event, but registration is required.

From different corners of the world, a group of writers have gathered to write epic plays about everything they know and everything they believe in. They have queered your sacred texts, reimagined folklore, excavated ghosts, and made absolute magic. Come sit with us and watch these emerging writers birth new plays and new forms. DREAMing Out Loud is supported by Karen Pritzker, RJ Julia Booksellers, Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment, CUNY Mexican Institute, New York Theater Workshop, National Queer Theater, and Drama Book Shop.

The 2024 PEN World Voices Festival, the 20th anniversary of the festival, will be a celebration of world literature and free expression. Over four days, over 100 writers from nearly 30 countries will be featured in engaging talks, panels, readings, and performances in New York City and greater Los Angeles.

Visit for more information about the entire festival, as well as PEN America.

La MaMa is an ADA compliant venue. The venue space is located on the second and third floor of the building with elevator access to both levels.

ASL interpretation is available for this event by request only. Please reach out to our Box Office team at [email protected] by April 21st to request.

Please ask a Box Office Attendant or festival representative upon arrival for directions to accessible seating if preferred.

For further information on accessibility in this space, or to make a request, please contact [email protected]

While not required, per public health official guidelines, the World Voices Festival recommends being fully vaccinated, and wearing masks in all public indoor settings as a precaution against the spread of Covid-19, as well as around crowds.

If you are feeling unwell, please do not come to the event. Reach out to [email protected] for assistance if you have already purchased a ticket.

We thank you for ensuring our speakers, guests and venue workers feel safe and comfortable at all World Voices Festival events. If you have questions or concerns please contact [email protected]

Host or Publisher PEN America