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OPEN CALL

PERFORMANCE ART

Hosted by: The Adelaide Salon
Location: Brighton & Hove
Application Deadline: 10 November 2024

 

 

The Adelaide Salon is thrilled to invite UK-based performance artists at any stage of their career to apply for two unique performance opportunities. We are seeking innovative, and thought-provoking pieces that reflect diverse themes and artistic expression

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Option NR1: The Adelaide Salon: 24-Hour Performance (Brighton, December 2024)

This opportunity offers a chance to perform in a prime location window to the outside public in Brighton town centre, streamed live for 24 hours duration of the performances.

Key Details:

  • The performance will take place in a public-facing window in one of Brighton's most prominent locations.

  • Artists are encouraged to submit proposals for short or long durational performances.

  • No direct audience participation will be permitted due to the nature of the space (please refer to Option NR2 for participatory performances).

  • Due to the public setting, nudity is not allowed (please refer to Option NR2 for nudity-inclusive performances).

  • Performances should not require major space modifications, heavy equipment, or the potential to stain or damage the space.

  • Each artist’s performance will be streamed live.

  • Post-performance, artists will be interviewed for the Adelaide Salon Archives and provided media exposure.

Fee:
No application or participation fees apply for this opportunity.

 

 

Option NR2: The Adelaide Salon: Edit (Monthly Art Evenings in Hove)

Join us for intimate monthly performance evenings, showcasing a range of art forms including performance, visual art, artist talks, poetry, and film.

Key Details:

  • Performances will be staged in an intimate setting in Hove, among art exhibitions and other artistic presentations.

  • We welcome both short and long durational performances across diverse subject matter.

  • Audience participation is encouraged in this setting, and nudity is permitted where relevant to the work.

  • Performances must not require major space modifications, heavy equipment, or potential to stain.

  • After each performance, artists will be included in a Q&A session and interviewed for the Adelaide Salon Archives for further exposure.

  • Artists may be invited to participate in future Adelaide Salon events depending on the relevance of their work.

Fee:
No application or participation fees apply for this opportunity.

 

How to Apply
To apply for either option, please submit the following materials to theadelaidesalon@gmail.com

  1. Performance Proposal: A description of your intended performance (500 words max), including concept, duration, and technical needs.

  2. Artist Biography: A brief background on your artistic career (300 words max).

  3. Work Samples: Links to previous performances or rehearsal footage.

  4. Technical Requirements: Any specific needs (lighting, sound, etc.).

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