An Earth Goddess (Phra Mae Thorani) is a musical that explores Khmer culture during the Angkorian era, where King Jayavarman VII (1181–1218) reigned with queen Jayarajadevi, Indradevi as his consort. It begins with the water festival (Bun Om Touk) where the boat race turns into a triathlon. Sumatra and Mu Mu are in the midst of […]
Initiated in 1985 with the support of Jerome Foundation, Franklin Furnace annually awards grants to early career artists selected by peer panel review to enable them to produce major performance art works in New York City. The Franklin Furnace FUND for Performance Art is supported by Jerome Foundation, the NYC Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership […]
The Rauschenberg Dancer Emergency Grants program provides one-time grants of up to $3,000 to professional dancers facing dire financial emergencies, due to the loss or lack of recent/current live performance work, because of circumstances outside of their control. “Dire financial emergencies“ include the lack or imminent endangerment of essentials such as housing, medicine/healthcare, utilities, and […]
The First Draft MPLS is a storytelling open mic rooted in vulnerability, craft, and connection. Founded in Minneapolis, this is a space for writers, poets, essayists, and storytellers who have something real to say. Who crave inspiration, connection, to be understood, and to listen as a way to grow. This is a room for reflection, […]
The Hennepin County Transgender and Gender Nonconforming Employee Resource Group (TGNC ERG) and the City of Minneapolis Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity Employee Resource Group are seeking performance artists for the 2026 Transgender Day of Visibility. The event will be held Tuesday March 31, 2026, from 4 – 6 PM downtown Minneapolis and possibly online […]
NON UNION CASTING NOTICE Project: Willmar, Staged Readings in Willmar, Minnesota (as part of The Willmar Project) Company: The Neighborhood Theatre Project (NYC-based company working in Minnesota) Director: Alejandro Tey Audition Date, Time & Location: February 1st 2026, 10am-4pm at Mixed Blood, 1501 South Fourth Street, Minneapolis, MN (auditions are by appointment only) ABOUT THE […]
WORKSHOP For Emerging Artists SeekingCommunity, Balance & Inspiration Thursdays, 6–8 pmFeb 19th – Apr 30th The Works MuseumBloomington, MN NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS Apply by Jan 27th, 2026 Supported by:City of Bloomington, Minnesota – Creative PlacemakingThe Works Museum (Engineering Fun) For more info and updates:Email: sketxandstretx@gmail.com
Pillsbury House + Theatre is now accepting applications for the 2026 Naked Stages Artist Fellowship, part of the Jerome Performance Art Commissioning Program. Naked Stages is a paid fellowship opportunity for early career performance artists in Minnesota who are interested in developing a stage-based or site-specific performance work in a supportive, cohort-based environment. The program emphasizes artistic process, critical response, mentorship, […]
Minnesota Fringe connects adventurous artists with adventurous audiences. The Board of Directors activates Fringe’s mission through service and devotion of time, talent, or treasure. The purpose of the Board is to govern the organization in a manner that fosters positive relationships. Members are viewed as internal consultants that influence Fringe’s ability to support artists and […]
DanceMN is a platform for connection, communication, and a free resource for all interested in dance, engaging dancers (hobbyists to professionals), choreographers, students, teachers, audience – and all curious – to access dance opportunities in Minnesota. We are particularly interested in recruiting more members from outside the metro area, which will bring their regional resources […]
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