Arrow Street Arts Launch Festival

Arrow Street Arts Launch Festival

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ABOUT THE SHOW

Liars and Believers, in partnership with Arrow Street Arts, invites companies, groups, and individual performing artists to submit works for presentation during the Arrow Street Arts Launch Festival of ASA’s venue at 2 Arrow Street in Cambridge. This festival takes place March 23 to March 31, 2024.

This interdisciplinary festival celebrates the launch of Harvard Square’s newest performing arts and event space and showcases the vibrant arts of Greater Boston. Submissions from all performing arts are encouraged, including theater (drama, comedy, movement, circus, experimental, puppet/marionette, magic, and more) dance (modern, contemporary, jazz, traditional, experimental, and more) and music (rock, jazz, Americana, classical, blues, hip-hop, folk, and more).

Each submission will be reviewed by an artistic panel of local artists, presenters, and cultural leaders. The festival seeks an eclectic group of performers and performances to reflect the diversity of the Boston arts community.

Festival submissions should require relatively simple tech and a short load-in/strike time (no more than 2 hours total). There are two spaces available: the 4,500 SF black box theater and the more intimate 1,100 SF studio space. Both will have full tech support and can be programmed concurrently.

We also invite applications for workshops, public classes, readings, or open rehearsals during the week.

All performers will be paid, with fees dependent on, and reflective of, the scope of the work.

FAQs

Who can apply?
Anyone who considers themselves an artistic professional in Greater Boston.

Is there a fee to apply?
No.

Is this a paid opportunity?
Yes, every artist/company will be paid commensurate with the scale and scope of their project.

Who is looking at my application?
We have an awesome group of panelists. Your application will be assigned to one of these rock stars and they will reach out if they have any questions about your work.

What kind of tech requirements are there for my show?
See a floorplan and tech specs here. (opens in new tab)

What is the deadline to apply?
December 21, 2023 at 11:59pm EST.

When will the festival take place?
Festival activities will take place between March 23-31, 2024

Where will the festival take place?
Arrow Street Arts’ venue at 2 Arrow Street, Harvard Square, Cambridge, MA

Can I apply more than once?
Yes! Multiple applications are accepted.

How long should my performance/workshop be?
There is no set time limit. If your piece can be performed in a variety of lengths, please note that in the appropriate section.

Can I submit a workshop or class?
Yes, please!

Still have a question? Email us at arrowfest@liarsandbelievers.com.