South Africa: applications & registration for National Arts Festival extended

The initial deadline was today 16 January, but the festival management has given artists a period of grace from now till Friday 20 January before they close their doors. According to Fringe Manager Zikhona Monareng, the management is unlikely to be extend the dates again and artists are urged to apply or risk missing out.

This year’s festival will run from 29 June – 9 July 2017 in Grahamstown, Eastern Cape where performing and visual artists will display amazing performances.

The Festival consists of Main and Fringe programmes, both administered by the National Arts Festival Office. It forms part of the broader National Arts Festival in Grahamstown.The programme comprises drama, dance, physical theatre, comedy, opera, music, jazz, visual art exhibitions, film, student theatre, street theatre, lectures, craft fair, workshops, tours (of the city and surrounding historic places) and a children's arts festival.

The Fringe is not curated and entries are not subject to a selection process. Productions need only submit their applications and pay a registration fee to take part. 

Artists interested in participating will find information and application forms on the National Arts Festival’s website, in the Artists Zone.  The Fringe Festival office can be reached on +2746 603 1103 or at fringe@nationalartsfestival.co.za

Art enthusiasts planning to attend the 2017 National Arts Festival are advised to make their accommodation bookings early to avoid disappointment. Assistance with accommodation options can be found at the Makana Tourism Office and the National Arts Festival Website.