DENVER FRINGE FESTIVAL EXCHANGE AWARD
Sponsored by Denver Fringe Festival in Denver, CO
Description
We are thrilled to continue our partnership with the Denver Fringe Festival. Through this partnership, we can offer opportunities after HFF26 and continue celebrating the art that connects us globally.
Please fill out this form by June 10th to apply for consideration.
CLICK HERE TO APPLY
Judges will see as many shows as possible that apply, but will prioritize those that are the best fit for the festival.
Note: this award greatly reduces the cost of the touring opportunity, but some costs will need to be covered by the awarded artist. Please read the guidelines in full prior to submitting to ensure the opportunity is right for you.
Qualifications
Applicants must:
→ Be local to California
→ Have a show/crew of 4 people or less
→ Be willing to travel to (and cover the cost of flight and accommodation) Denver, Colorado in June 2027
→ The show must be 60 minutes or less (or can be easily cut down to that run time if awarded)
→ The awarded show would be responsible for transportation and accommodation. This award only covers festival performance cost.
Methodology
Methodology
The participating festival makes a final decision based on input from a group of adjudicators organized to see all shows that pique the partner festival’s interest and meet all requirements.
Artistic merit, producer readiness, and how the show will fit into the partnering festivals’ full program are all factors in the final selection.
Reward
This year’s award will include:
→ Free registration for participation in person at the Denver Fringe Festival June 2-6, 2027
→ Venue (which comes with tech and front-of-house support)
→ Marketing Support
→ Mentorship through the Festival process