Calling for submissions to participate in WestFest 2022! This coming year’s festival will incorporate theater setting and the site-specific location treasures of Westbeth Artists’ Facility, iconic in its history and traditions.

The panel of judges will be looking for a diverse group of emerging & mid-career dance artists with a strong vision and high-performance quality. This year’s curation panel will include guest judges Deborah Lohse and Jamal Jackson. 

Apply now at www.westfestdance.com

 

SELECTED ARTISTS WILL RECEIVE:

- The opportunity to show new or previous work in an outdoor theater or site-specific setting. 

- Free production costs

- 20 min tech rehearsal slot

- Publicity and digital marketing materials for the event

- Professional captured and edited photos

- Video of performance at a discounted rate

 

SUBMISSION SCHEDULE:

- Early Bird Special Application fee: $30

- Submit by December 31st at 11:59PM

- Regular Application Fee: $40

- Submit by January 10th at 11:59PM.

- Finalists Announced Wednesday, January 20th

 

FREE ON-SITE REHEARSAL SPACE:

- Sat Feb 22nd, 1-4PM

- Sat Mar 14th, 1-4PM

- Sat April 4th, 1-4PM?

 

TECH REHEARSAL DATES:

- April 23rd - 24th: 20 minutes assigned from 1-4PM 

 

PERFORMANCE DATES:

- April 30th - May 1st: Live performances scheduled from 1-4PM 

 

PLEASE NOTE:

- If selected, the festival will be allowed to use the info and materials submitted in the artist’s application for promotional purposes.

- Selected pieces will be between 4-6 minutes.

- All artists participating in the festival must be fully vaccinated by tech week.

Questions? Email us at info@westfestdance.com