Call for Submissions: Canadian Jewish Playwriting Competition, Miles Nadal Jewish Community Centre

SUBMISSION DEADLINE: JULY 3, 2012

The winner receives a professionally acted and directed public workshop in a Between Stages Play Reading at the Miles Nadal Jewish Community Centre in downtown Toronto, plus a national press release sent to major print and web media publications, professional theatre organizations and programs, theatre schools and Canadian Jewish arts, education and community organizations.

More info and Submission Guidelines: esthera@mnjcc.org (416) 924-6211 x 606 or www.mnjcc.org/CJPC

Call for Submissions: HATCH 2013, Harbourfront Centre

Harbourfront Centre Invitation for Artist Proposals
HATCH 2013 – Where New Performance Begins
Deadline for Proposals: June 20, 2012 @ 6:00 pm

Harbourfront Centre is pleased to announce an open call for proposals from Toronto-area artists and companies working in the field of performance for the HATCH 2013 season, guest curated by Trevor Schwellnus.

HATCH is designed to incubate and foster invention and innovation in the local performance community. Entering its ninth year, this programme has become an important element in the milieu of local performance development. Past HATCH projects include Hannah Moscovitch’s The Russian Play, Jess Dobkin’s Everything I’ve Got and Maggie MacDonald and Stephanie Markowitz’s Paper Laced With Gold.

HATCH is a key initiative in Harbourfront Centre’s mission to develop local artists and their unique practices. The HATCH residency and mentorship programme provides resources and professional assistance to a new generation of engaging and innovative contemporary artists to reach the next stage in the development in their work and careers.

Harbourfront Centre invites projects from emerging creators as well as established artists engaging in new collaborations or entering into new artistic territory. We encourage performance proposals from artists working across all disciplines, including, but not limited to, dance, theatre, performance art, music, etc.

Companies and artists selected to participate in HATCH will receive a one-week residency in Harbourfront Centre’s Studio Theatre. HATCH is not about an opportunity for staging a fully finished piece but about using the week to develop a new or existing piece of work.

Use of the residency period is at the discretion of the artist and needs of the project (i.e. workshop, rehearsals, performance, etc.) at least one presentation of the work for the public and/or invited audience.

HATCH is seeking proposals from professional performance creators from across the GTA at any stage in their career. Proposals should demonstrate a clear artistic mandate, for either a new project or entering the next phase of an ongoing project. HATCH is interested in artists/companies whose work is contemporary in nature and committed to the development of inventive and creative performance based art.

This year’s guest curator, Trevor Schwellness is a Toronto-based Stenographer, designing sets, lighting and video for performance with independent artists. He is Artistic Producer of Aluna Theatre and was Designer-in-Residence at the Theatre Centre. Schwellness has collaborated in theatre and dance and has been nominated for 11 Dora Mavor Awards, winning three of them, a Harold and a Children’s Choice Award. His most recent work was Ajax & Little Iliad by Frank Cox-O’Connell and Evan Webber at Harbourfront Centre’s World Stage.

Full criteria, qualification information and instructions for applicants can be found at

• www.harbourfrontcentre.com/whoweare/submissions/hatch
• or call 416-973-4237
• or email hatch@harbourfrontcentre.com

Completed applications should be delivered in person, by mail or courier to:

HATCH Proposals
Tanya Carinci
Performing Arts, Harbourfront Centre
235 Queens Quay West
Toronto, ON M5J 2G8

Deadline: June 20, 2012 @ 6 pm

ABOUT HARBOURFRONT CENTRE
Harbourfront Centre is an innovative, non-profit cultural organization which provides internationally renowned programming in the arts, culture, education and recreation, all within a collection of distinctive venues on a 10-acre site in the heart of Toronto’s downtown waterfront.

Call for Submissions: Visual Artists to Participate in a New Classical Music Experience, FAWN

FAWN is a New Music and New Opera company, aspiring to bring audiences deeper into their musical experiences by creating multi-sensory concert environments, centred around the work of talented emerging artists of varying artistic disciplines.  FAWN presently seeks talented emerging visual artists who would like to be a part of the the 2012-13 season.   By participating, the chosen artists will receive a 1 week exhibit in a beautiful, high traffic gallery, located right downtown Toronto at Queen and Bathurst.

THIS IS A GREAT OPPORTUNITY FOR UP-AND-COMING ARTISTS TO WORK IN AN INTEGRATED ARTS ENVIRONMENT WITH EXPERIMENTAL CLASSICAL MUSIC!!!

The exhibit can be in the media of the artist’s choice, and is to be loosely, thematically intertwined with the upcoming opera that will be produced later in the season.

Interested artists must e-mail their inquiries and proposals to:

Amanda Smith
Artistic Director and Founder
FAWN – NewMusic.NewOpera

e: smith9450@gmail.com

Call for Submissions: Deadline Extended to Friday May 25, 2012, Next Stage Theatre Festival

We have some exciting news…The 6th annual Next Stage Theatre Festival (NSTF) has extended its application date to Friday, May 25th at 5:00pm!!!

The Next stage Theatre Festival is now in its 6th year and was created to encourage artists who have participated in Canadian Association of Fringe Festival (CAFF) member festivals to move beyond the summer production model and showcase their work to a wider audience, including discerning artistic decision makers who could be interested in programming their shows on main stages across the country.  In five years, we have seen incredible success – audiences have grown by more than 130% and more than a third of our productions have gone on to other stages.

NSTF is interested in projects from emerging and established artists from any genre and style who are developing new work and exploring new artistic avenues, and who are challenging traditional definitions of theatre.  Please note we are accepting applications this year for our Ante-Chamber series, performed in the Factory Theatre bar space – these shows should be low-tech and appropriate for a bar venue.
If you are interested in applying please go to http://fringetoronto.com/nstf/nstf_apply.html for rules, regulations and application.

Call for Submissions: Cabaret Performance Opportunity!, Lower Ossington Theare

The Lower Ossington Theare is accepting submissions cabaret style performances for this upcoming summer for the Cabaret Space at the Lower Ossington Theatre.

We encourage all submissions, from all performing arts genres.

If you are interested, please send:

• A project proposal
• A sample of your work
• A list of artists involved

Submissions are due by June 20, 2012 by email to Shayna Goldberg at Shayna@lowerossingtontheatre.com.

Call for Submissions: An Exciting Co-production Opportunity!, Lower Ossington Theatre

We are seeking submissions of new works by emerging artists for co-production opportunities this summer. The Lower Ossington Theatre is launching the Studio Theatre, and is looking for project proposals to be presented.

We encourage all submissions, from all performing arts genres.

If you are interested, please send:

• A project proposal
• An excerpt or sample of your piece
• A list of artists involved

Submissions are due by June 1, 2012 by email to Shayna Goldberg at Shayna@lowerossingtontheatre.com.

Call for Submissions: Compass Points, Magnetic North Theatre Festival

Compass Points at Magnetic North Theatre Festival June 16-21, 2012

Compass Points is a gathering of post-secondary students and emerging artists from across the country which helps them navigate the Festival and offers a first-hand introduction to the professional theatre industry. Organized in consultation with students from the University of Calgary and emerging artists from across the nation, the week-long event consists of workshops, panel discussions, and social events, all designed to inspire participants to chart their own course in Canadian theatre.

Compass Points builds on the festival experience – performances, Magnetic Encounters and the Industry Series – with the student and emerging artist perspective in mind. Past topics include touring in Canadian theatre, theatre creation and criticism in the age of blogging, union do’s and don’ts, grant writing for emerging artists, new play development, self-production, and workshops led by some of Canada’s most prominent theatre directors. Topics and events vary from year to year to complement festival programming and address current concerns and questions. This year we are proud to announce Mary Vingoe as our Keynote Speaker. Events include workshops, discussions, and panels featuring Peter Hinton, Brenda Leadlay, and Rebecca Northan.

Compass Points is currently accepting applications from across the country. We welcome university, conservatory, college and independently-taught students, and emerging artists from all aspects of theatre including but not limited to acting, directing, playwriting, design, technical production and arts administration.

Early Bird Special available until May 15th, 2012. Space at Compass Points is limited. Applications will be reviewed on a per case basis.

See www.magneticnorthfestival.ca for applications and full schedule of events or contact compasspoints@magneticnorthfestival.ca for more information.

Space for Rent: CSI Regent Park, The Centre for Social Innovation

Submit your Expression of Interest to be part of the first round tenant selection!

The Centre for Social Innovation will be opening its Regent Park location in September 2012! This new space is ideal for nonprofits, social enterprises, freelancers, consultants, creative types and other small organizations with a social mission. If you are potentially interested in becoming a tenant, fill out the Expression of Interest form here. Those who want to be considered as part of the first round in the selection process must have their Expressions of Interest completed by May 15.

CSI Regent Park will occupy 10,000 square feet on the third floor of the new Regent Park Arts & Cultural Centre (RPACC) at 585 Dundas Street East. CSI Regent Park will become home to a diverse cross-section of social mission organizations and individuals who are coming together to share ideas, resources, advice and inspiration.

You can download the Information Package here.

For more information, visit http://socialinnovation.ca/space/csiregentpark.
To see a video tour of CSI Regent Park in construction, vist here.
Questions? Comments? Email csiregentpark@socialinnovation.ca

Call for Submissions: The 2012 Festival of Ideas & Creation Artistic Ambassadors, Canadian Stage

The 2012 Festival of Ideas & Creation is fast approaching and Canadian Stage is looking for curious and energetic volunteers to be Festival ARTISTIC AMBASSADORS.

This year’s Festival focuses on Music in Performance. It features emerging and established artists alike, and runs at the Berkeley Street Theatre (26 Berkeley St.) from May 9th – May 12th, with a special offsite event on May 13th.

As an Artistic Ambassador, each volunteer will be paired with a presenting company and assist them in their rehearsals and performance as scheduled throughout the Festival.  Artistic Ambassadors will be responsible for liaising between Canadian Stage and the artists involved and providing the support necessary for a successful process.  Involvement with the company can range from working as an ASM, taking blocking notes, or even simply observing the process.

The Artistic Ambassador program is a fantastic way to meet accomplished artists, gain insight into new creative processes, and connect with some of the most exciting new works being created in Canada. It is also a unique opportunity to gain full access to this year’s Festival programming.

In thanks, volunteers will also be offered two tickets to Canadian Stage’s production of The Game of Love and Chance on a date of their choosing (on stage until May 12).

Please complete the attached application form, specifying which projects you would be interested in and available to work with.

Please email:
1) The completed application form
2) A paragraph that outlines your interest in the position and your past artistic, production and/or administrative experience (maximum 300 words)
to artisticintern@canadianstage.com no later than NOON on Tuesday, May 1, 2012. (Subject line:  FESTIVAL ARTISTIC AMBASSADOR).

For more information on ongoing emerging artists opportunities at Canadian Stage, check out our GYM Program.

We look forward to hearing from you. If you have any questions please call 416-367-8243 x 245.

Call for Submissions: 2013 Neil Munro Intern Directors Project at the Shaw Festival, Theatre Ontario

Theatre Ontario is now inviting applications for the 2013 Neil Munro Intern Directors Project at the Shaw Festival.

Each season, the Shaw Festival hires two Intern Directors.  They look for promising professional directors at a point in their career where an extended residency with a company like the Shaw Festival will be of benefit to their professional development.  Applicants should have a good amount of professional experience but will not have had an opportunity to work on the scale of production that is characteristic of the Shaw Festival.  The contract can start as early as mid-February or as late as mid-March and generally runs through September, depending on the production schedule for the particular season.  The positions are salaried at an apprentice level, which at The Shaw is around $675 per week.

The application deadline for the 2013 Neil Munro Intern Directors Project at the Shaw Festival is June 29, 2012 at 5pm.

Read more about applying for the Neil Munro Intern Directors Project at the Shaw Festival on the Theatre Ontario website.