The 37th Annual Student Essay Contest (2026) offers students a prestigious opportunity to publish their work and win $1,000 . Organized in association with TDR , the contest focuses on critical and interdisciplinary writing across the performing arts and related fields.
๐ About the Contest
The competition invites essays that engage with areas such as:
- Dance, theatre, and music
- Performance art and visual media
- Architecture and sound
- Rituals, sports, and performative behavior
The journal TDR is known for publishing experimental, critical, and thought-provoking work , making this contest ideal for students with strong analytical and creative perspectives.
๐ Eligibility Criteria
To participate, applicants must:
- Be a currently enrolled (matriculated) student
- Submit an original essay
- Ensure the work aligns with the academic and interdisciplinary focus of TDR
๐ Only student-authored submissions are accepted.
๐ Submission Requirements
- Language: English
- Word Count: 6,000 – 9,000 words
- Format: Must follow TDR writer’s guidelines
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Title Page:
- Include author’s name and email only on the title page
- Submission Platform: Submit via ScholarOne system
๐ Important Date
- Deadline: 15 June 2026
๐ Reward
- ๐ฐ $1,000 for the winning essay
- ๐ฐ Publication in TDR
- ๐ค Feature including a profile of the winner’s academic department
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