SYDNEY FRINGE FESTIVAL EXCHANGE AWARD
Sponsored by Sydney Fringe Festival in Sydney, Australia
Description
We are thrilled to continue our partnership with the Sydney 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 Sydney, Australia in September 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 to and from Sydney
→ Awarded show much obtain and cover the cost of necessary Visa’s to travel and work as a performer in AUS. (Hollywood Fringe will help applicant through the process.)
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 Sydney Fringe Festival in September 2027
→ Venue Space
→ Accommodation for the length of artists season as part of the award
→ Marketing Support
→ Mentorship through the Festival process
