2026 MCBA Script Pitch Competition
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Through this competition, we celebrate Chinatown’s rich history, culture and contemporary relevance, while creating space for fresh and innovative storytelling across genre, form and perspective. We’re especially excited to receive submissions from voices bringing new energy and insight to the table.To Enter
Please send your project details to screen@chinesemuseum.com.au by midnight, Thursday July 13, 2026, including:
🔴 Your bio
🔴 Working title
🔴 Synopsis
🔴 1-minute video pitch
🔴 Your story must be set in Melbourne’s Chinatown
🔴 And feature the colour RED
Please note there is a $30 submission fee. Details will be shared upon submission.
Shortlisted contestants will be announced on Monday July 20, 2026.
The selected pitches will compete live on Thursday July 23, 2026 at the Chinese Museum.
The winner will receive $500 in cash and, as with all Screen Presence events, participants may connect with potential collaborators in the audience who could help bring their film to life.
This competition is proudly sponsored by the Melbourne Chinatown Business Association, Museum of Chinese Australian History and Black Sheep Films.
Please note: No refunds are available for this event.
Date
Thursday 23 July 2026 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM (UTC+10)Location
Chinese Museum
22 Cohen Place, Melbourne VIC 3000
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2026 MCBA Script Pitch Competition
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