BEYOND BECHDEL-WALLACE AWARD
Sponsored by Broads' Word Ensemble
Description
Broads’ Word Ensemble’s mission is to make theatre by and about women, for everyone. We foster and promote diversity in entertainment and want to recognize those doing the same.
Qualifications
To qualify, the show must meet the following three criteria established by the Bechdel-Wallace Test.
1. Have at least two women in it whose characters have a name
2. Who talk to each other
3. About something other than a man in at least one scene
And go beyond by meeting an additional two criteria
4. 50%+ female characters
5. 50%+ female actors
Though not required, additional consideration will be given to shows that
6. Focus on a female-driven story in which her drive isn’t related to getting or serving a man
7. Have a production team that is also 50%+ women
8. Supports other areas of diversity (including but not limited to: sexual orientation, race, and ability).
One-person shows do not qualify for this award.
Submissions must be received by midnight on Tuesday, June 6th for consideration.
Please email submissions to [email protected] with “Bechdel-Wallace Award” and [The Title of Your Show] in the subject.
To help us make our considerations, please describe which scene(s) we should look out for that pass the Bechdel-Wallace Test. Also please let us know if your show meets qualifications that are not apparent in your show’s description or production team listed online. Finally, please list show dates/times that you would prefer for us to attend.
Methodology
Must meet the basic requirements outlined in numbers 1-5. If not, they will not be considered.
Production – story, acting, production value (was it a good show?): 1-10pts
The story focuses on a female-driven story that is not about getting or serving a man: 1pt
They have at least 50% female production team: 1pt
They represent diversity in race in production team: 1pt
Actors represent diversity in race: 1pt
Actors represent diversity in abilities: 1pt
Characters represent diversity in sexual orientation: 1pt
Total possible: 16pts
Highest score(s) win
Reward
An award certificate and recognition on Broads’ Word Ensemble’s website and social media
