2023 Fringe Application - Kansas City Fringe Festival

So you want to do a Fringe show?

We're here to help make that possible - whether this is your first time producing a show or if this is what you've been doing for years. If you've never done it before, we have all sorts of help to offer, and if you know what you're doing, we'll stand back and watch you go!

Is Fringe right for your production?

We believe there’s a place for everyone in Fringe and we welcome participation from anyone, however, Fringe may not be the right place for every kind of production. Fringe is a different producing environment. The pace is faster, the timeline is more compressed, and you have little control over venue choice, tech, ticketing and schedule. What might be a reasonable request in other theater situations may be a logistical nightmare for Fringe.

Our guidelines and rules are in place to keep everything running smoothly. There are some limitations you’ll have to take into account for your show:

No elaborate tech. You must be able to load in and set up your show in ten minutes, and you also get ten minutes to strike after your show.
Don’t count on having storage space in your venue. You may need to bring your set and costumes in and out for every performance.
Projection equipment is not provided. You may bring in your own equipment with the permission and coordination of your venue technician.
You may offer merchandise sales in the lobby if arranged in advance, but no distribution of food or alcohol will be permitted.
Companies are assigned to a single venue.
Fringe makes no scheduling accommodations for actors who desire to be in multiple shows.

Applying to Fringe

Applying is very simple: just read this info (even if you've done Fringe before, there are always changes!) then fill out this online application. You don't even have to know what show you want to do, yet. Submit this form and application fee no later than 12:00pm (Central Time) on Tuesday, February 28, 2023. We do not accept late applications!

Festival live dates are Thursday, July 21 through Sunday, July 31. Plan on being available to perform for the entire festival's duration, as well as at least one day during July 17-20 for a mandatory 3-hour technical rehearsal.

Please read all information thoroughly before you apply. The guidelines and application are your contract with KC Fringe.

What You Get

An environment that facilitates an independent creative process and the opportunity to perform for an audience that is eager and willing to support new performances and creations.
A choice of venue size (small, medium, large) with basic lighting and tech set up.
Five performances that Fringe will schedule at your venue.
The schedule of your performances listed in the printed Fringe program guide and on the Fringe website and mobile app along with your show description and photo.
One 3-hour technical rehearsal at the venue in the days immediately prior to the festival so you can set up and run through your show.
At least one technician.
Full box office service including online and on-ground advance and day-of ticket sales.
At least one box office staff and one front of house/usher staff.
Publicity for the festival as a whole.
Marketing and producing support.
Festival artist discounts including special ad rates in the program guide, special Fringe button pricing, video and photography coverage, and comp tickets.
60% of the box office receipts to be paid by Thursday, August 31, 2023.

What you'll do as a producer to make your show a success

Show performance time slots are 60 minutes. Your performance can not exceed 60 minutes or run under 45 minutes. Please see fee schedule on the next page.
Secure the rights for your production.
Submit an application form and the application fee on time. (Deadline February 28, 2023)
Submit all requested Fringe materials on time.
Arrange for all permits. The Fringe will provide information on permits if needed but it is the producer’s responsibility to acquire these items. (e.g. fire permits if you will have open flame)
Rehearse and mount your production.
We encourage you to provide a box office liaison to work with our box office volunteers so you have firsthand information regarding your ticket sales.
Arrive with everything needed for your show (props, sets, costumes, stage manager, ideas on lighting and sound cues, etc.)
Promote your show. We promote the festival, you are responsible for promoting your show. The Fringe Producers' Handbook will help you with ideas and resources.
Be responsible for all your personal expenses and personal belongings.
Be fully prepared for your scheduled technical rehearsal.

Questions?

Contact us at applications@kcfringe.org or call 816-533-5890.

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PRIMARY CONTACT

All Fringe correspondence will be sent to the Primary Contact Person only. Only the Primary Contact Person is authorized to submit or make changes to show and company information. Please check your email regularly as this is the only way the Fringe will communicate with you. The primary contact is responsible for turning in all paperwork for everyone involved with that company.

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SECONDARY CONTACT

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VENUE OPTIONS

The KC Fringe Festival venues will be filled on a first-come-first-served basis. Performance venues will be assigned by the festival based on your choice of venue size.

The application fee varies and is based on the size of venue that you choose below.

Venue Size(Required)

Note: Smaller venues typically have smaller stages, larger venues typically have larger stages.

Estimated number of cast and crew?

Special needs

Please list any special needs your production will require, such as a particular stage floor surface in your venue, wheelchair-accessible stage, or space for a very large cast and crew.

Are you producing a show specifically aimed at teenagers?

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Are you producing a show specifically aimed at kids 12 and under?

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Have you ever participated in a show at the Kansas City Fringe before?

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If this is your first time applying, how did you hear about the Fringe?

Are you or your company from the Greater Kansas City area?

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Which state or country is your show from?

This application will be considered a legal agreement between you and the Kansas City Fringe Festival.

We reserve the right to refuse any application.

The Kansas City Fringe is unjuried and uncensored. Performance slots are filled on a first come, first served basis. The first 60 fully paid applicants are guaranteed performance slots in the 2023 KC Fringe Festival. Any remaining fully paid applications will be put on a waiting list in the order received.

All performing companies agree to adhere to the laws of Missouri, the ordinances of the City of Kansas City, Missouri, and the policies and procedures of the KC Fringe Festival, stated within this document.

The KC Fringe Festival reserves the right to cancel any performances of companies or artists not adhering to this agreement. All performers must individually sign a waiver of liability form and provide a signed copy to the Fringe office no later than July 14, 2023.

The application fee is due with your application by February 28, 2023. We cannot assign you a performance slot until we receive your full payment. Venue assignments and show schedules will be completed by May 15, 2023.

Do not call your venue for any reason.

The venue is simply providing the space. KC Fringe has complete control of how that space is set-up and managed. You jeopardize the venue's participation if you contact them. The venue cannot and will not answer your questions.

Application fees will be processed upon receipt. Companies may withdraw from the festival with a full refund before May 1, 2023. Cancellations are accepted only from the primary contact, and only in writing. Companies that withdraw after May 1, 2023, forfeit their application fee.

You will receive confirmation that your application was received. If you don't hear back or have questions, contact us at applications@kcfringe.org or call 816-533-5890. You can pay now via Square or send a check to:

KC Fringe Festival
P.O. Box 415001
Kansas City, MO 64141-5001

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2023 Performing Artist Application

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