2022 DARWIN FRINGE
GENERAL APPLICATION

This application is for artists producing their own event in non-hub venues or for creatives looking to host online, digital content.

APPLY NOW to be a part of the 2022 Darwin Fringe Program! Before beginning this application, make sure you've read through the Artist Pack. We have now also begun compiling answers to some of your Frequently Asked Questions HERE (just scroll to the bottom). Need to chat to a real life human to get assistance completing the form? Maybe you just want to talk about your application before hitting submit? Book a meeting or phone call at: producer@darwinfringe.org.au

Although our program is open access we will not accept events or shows that:
- Aren't safe (emotionally or physically)
- Directly compete with existing festival events or core programming
- Don't fit with the Fringe mission or vision
- Doesn't align with our No TRAASH Policy
- Doesn't follow the All Good Project's Venue Best Practice Guidelines

Not sure what venue you want to use? Why not check out our Potential Venue Data Base.

WAIT, I WANT TO PERFORM IN BROWN'S MART, HAPPY YESS, CIVIC PARK OR COMEDY GARDEN!

Head to the Darwin Fringe Hub Application Form.

WE RECOMMEND
Step 1. Reading through all application questions and copying them into another document.
Step 2. Fill out your answers in that document before copying them back into this form. That way you don't lose what you've written.

PSSSSSSSSSST... At the bottom of the page is an option to save your progress – you can start your application and come back to it later (for up to 30 days)!

Darwin Fringe Dates 2022

Hub Application Due Date: January 16
Hub Applications notified: January 30
General Application Due Date: February 20
General applications announced: February 28 (but it's still a secret to the public)
Fees, marketing and contracts deadline: March 13
Program Launch: Mid May date TBA (this is when you can tell everyone)
Festival dates: Friday July 8th until Sunday 17th

View an example application we made up here to help you on your way.

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Key Details
Name of Show*
Name of Producer/ Group

This name will show up on our website as the arts group/ artist/ company producing your event.
Your Show*
Give the fringe team a quick idea of what your show is, who it's for, who's involved etc. (No more than 300 words)
Key Contact*
We don't publish these details.
First Last
Pronouns
Key Contact Phone*
Key Contact Email*

We will be communicating with you reguarly via email so please supply the address that you check the most.
How Many Participants*
Roughly how many people are performing/exhibiting in this event?
Where will you and a majority of your team be living in the lead up to the festival?*
- Darwin/ Larrakia
- Alice Springs/ Arrernte
- Regional Northern Territory
- Interstate (another State or Territory withinin Australia
- Internationally (outside of Australia)
- I am submitting digital content and won't be travelling to the festival
Are you (or any participant in your show) a member of one or more of the following communities?
We don't publish this, it's just for grant reporting.
- LGBTQIA
- Indigenous or Torres Straight Islanders
- People with a Disability
- Emerging Artists
- Under 25s
- Culturally and linguistically diverse
Category
This is how you will be categorised on the fringe website and in the program guide. Categories with an * are eligible for category awards during the festival.
- Cabaret*
- Comedy*
- Circus, Physical Theatre & Dance*
- Visual Arts*
- Music*
- Theatre*
- Film and Digital*
- Spoken Word and Story Telling*
- Workshops
- Kids
- Other*
Additional Categories
Other categories that could describe your event (these will be listed on our website after your main category)
- Cabaret
- Comedy
- Circus, Physical Theatre & Dance
- Visual Arts
- Music
- Theatre
- Film and Digital
- Spoken Word and Story Telling
- Workshop
- Kids
- Other
Would you like to apply to have your registration fees waived*
We are offering 10 subsidised opportunities this year to be part of the festival minus the registration fees. Registration fees: 1-2 shows = $80 / 3+ shows = $120
- Yes, I want to apply for a few waiver
- No, I can pay my fees
How will this fee waive support your Fringe Show?
Artists who are unwaged, on a pension, offering a free show, or who demonstrate strong artistic merit can apply for a fee waived registration spot. We don’t want a little thing like Rego fees ruining your Darwin Fringe dreams!
- I am unwaged
- I have a disability and/or hold a concession card
- My show is free to attend
- My show is online and free to attend
Dates & Ticketing
Event Dates*
What days will your Fringe event be on? PLEASE NOTE that we WILL NOT program events that clash with our Opening Night Celebrations from 5pm Friday July 2nd, OR any events held after 5pm Sunday 11th during our Fringe Awards Closing Party.
- Friday 8th July
- Saturday 9th July
- Sunday 10th July
- Monday 11th July
- Tuesday 12th July
- Wednesday 13th July
- Thursday 14th July
- Friday 15th July
- Saturday 16th July
- Sunday 17th July
Event Times*
Create a new row for each different time slot using the plus button on the right. Use the "notes" column for added explanation. Eg. "This listing involves a workshop component prior to the performance"
Date Start Time End Time Notes
Event Duration*
How long does your show go for? (eg. 60 min)
Venue Name*
You need to have begun discussions with your venue before submitting this application. Please try to confirm as much as possible before submitting this application.

Still looking? Check out our Potential Venue Data Base.

Doing an event online or creating digital content? Write online.
Venue Confirmation
- This venue is confirmed for the dates and times submitted
- I am currently negotiating with this venue
- I have not approached this venue yet
Venue Street Address*
If you're doing an online event or creating digital content let us know what host site you will stream this from. This might be zoom, youtube, vimeo, discord etc
Is this venue wheelchair accessible?*
Once the venue has been confirmed we will send them a full accessibility checklist and this information will be provided on the website for patrons.
- Yes
- No
Total Ticket Capacity*
How many tickets are available for each performance? Make sure you and your venue are in 100% agreement about this. Please consider and discuss COVID19 planning with increased restrictions (see page17 in the 2022 Artist Pack for tips and resources)
Ticketing*
If your show is free of charge then just write FREE (you kind soul). If the options below don't work for you please let us know.

If you're looking to make a return on your event you will need to write down at least one price. You will also be able to request promo codes through the final marketing form at a later date.

PLEASE list GROUP and FAMILY prices as the individual ticket price and not the entire group (eg. $60 for a group of six or more, write $10 ea).

Not sure how much to charge? Check out page 13 of our Artist Pack for tips on how to approach budgeting your show. That way you have the best chance to come out on top.
ADULT* CONCESSION 12 & UNDER GROUP - Booking of 6 or more FAMILY - 4 people (adult/s accompanying children)
Marketing
This is not your final submission for marketing material, successful Applicants will have until March 13 to finalize their marketing images and blurbs. The information you supply below will assist us in making a decision and will get you as ready as possible. Don't forget that you can save this application and come back to it later if you need to do some thinking.
Long Marketing Blurb (up to 200 words)*
This blurb appears on our WEBSITE to help market your show.
Short Marketing Blurb (up to 40 Words)*
This blurb appears in our PROGRAM GUIDE to help market your show.
Content and Practical Warnings
- Nudity
- Adult Themes
- Strong Language
- Strobing
- Smoke or Haze
- Standing Room Only
Trigger Content Warnings*
Does your show contain any strong content that may cause emotional disturbance to audience members if unexpected? Ticking these boxes won't cause alarm for us, the Fringe is all about taking risks but we're also about doing it safely.
- Suicide or self harm
- Images, audio or the name of an Indigenous Australian who has died
- Mental illness
- Sexual violence
- Homophobia/jokes about sexuality, sexism or gender
- Violence or domestic violence
- Child abuse/paedophilia
- Animal cruelty, beastiality or animal death
- Needles/drug use
- Kidnapping
- Death or dying
- Pregnancy/Childbirth Miscarriages/Abortion
- Blood or gore
- Loud noises such as bombs/gunshots
- Racism/jokes about race/stereotyping
- Kink shaming
- Something else
- My show contains none of these triggers
Can't see a trigger warning for you?
What warning should audiences be aware of when coming to see your show:
Is your show suitable for families or is it adults only?*
- My show is family friendly, anyone can come
- My show is suitable for teenagers and adults but not children
- My show is only suitable for teenagers with adult supervision and adults
- My show is for adults only (ages 18+)
Would you like us to pass on your details in the case of enquiries from the media?*
- Yes
- No
Key Marketing Image*
Please provide an image to accompany your event listings in our printed program and on our website. This is not the last time that you can supply this content, successful applicants will have another chance to do so.

- Minimum 72 PPI at 2000px delivered as TIFF, JPG or EPS
- Your marketing image should not contain any text (even if it's the title of your show)
- DO NOT send us your poster or logo.
- Photographs are preferred wherever possible.

Note: Please provide us with the highest resolution you have available. Images may be cropped to fit the layout of our program (3x3cm).
Accepted file types: jpg, jpeg, png, gif, Max. file size: 5 MB.
Additional Marketing Material
FACEBOOK EVENTS The Darwin Fringe does not make facebook events for shows however we will co-host them with you! That way they still show up on our page and yours.

You will need a public facebook PAGE to make an event that can be co-hosted by us. This is different to your PERSONAL account. If this is a concern for you please feel free to reach out.

WE DO NOT just share facebook events during the festival as this becomes ineffective when you start promoting almost 200 different performances. WE ARE however very happy to share other content such as photos and videos. Get creative and let yourself stand out! PS. You can share this content with us as it becomes available.
Artist/ Producer/ Organisation/ Venue bio
Please tell us about yourself or your group in a short bio between 30-150 words. This will go on our website show listings.
Draft a Tweet/Instagram caption for us to share your show with our followers
Before and during the festival we post on Twitter (@DarwinFringe) and Instagram (@darwinfringefestival) about each and every show, exhibition and event in the 2020 Darwin Fringe!

Think hard about 250 characters (tweets are 280 characters, but we need 30 characters to include a link to purchase tickets) that will sell your show best.
Website
Public Facebook Page
Twitter Handle
Instagram Name
If you have any other links to relevant websites, reviews, quotes etc, this is the place to let us know!
COVID19 and your show
All artists involved in presenting your show will be required to be double vaccinated, this is because the Darwin Fringe is a community orientated festival with a wide range of vulnerable audiences. You will need to supply these when submitting your signed contract. After a member of our leadership team has sited your vaccination certificate the copy will be destroyed. In the case that you cannot be vaccinated due to a medical reason you can supply your medical certificate.

Successful General Applicants running events or shows ticketed at 450 or more will need to work with their venue to complete an Event Checklist by clicking HERE and then providing a copy to the Darwin Fringe Team by April 4th
If you have to complete an Event Checklist for more than 500 people, where are you at in the process?*
This is just good to know as the Health Department is under a lot of stress so the sooner the better and we would expect that you submit the form as soon as you receive a successful confirmation of program inclusion.
- I have already completed an Events & Guidelines Checklist
- I have not completed the checklist yet
- I do not have to complete this checklist as my event will have less than 500 people
You will be required to have patrons check in either via the Territory Checkin App or manually, does your venue have this capacity?*
If you are working with an established venue then they will have existing processes. If you are creating a venue or working in a public space then reach out if you require volunteer assistance to have people collecting this information for you. It's free and easy to get your own Territory Checkin QR code and we can help you print some manual sign in slips in-line with NT privacy policy.
- I am working with an established venue who is already doing this
- I am creating a new venue or space so I will have to set this up
- This is not necessary as my event is online
Risk Assesment
You will be required to supply a complete Risk Assesment to Fringe by May 5. See Page 12 of the Artist Pack and feel free to use the Risk Assesment template created by Fringe.
Where are you at*
This can be hard so please reach out with questions.
- I have completed our Risk Assesment already
- I have started a risk assesment
- I have not started a Risk Assesment
Please upload a copy of your COMPLETE risk assesment
Even if it's not the final copy, you can supply this later.
Max. file size: 3 MB.
Don't forget that you can hit 'Save for later' if you want some extra time. Having issues? Got questions? Just a little worried? We're here to help and are happy to discuss your application: producer@darwinfringe.org.au
Before hitting submit you must agree to the following:
before hitting submit*
- All artists involved in presenting my show will be required to be double vaccinated, this is because the Darwin Fringe is a community orientated festival with a wide range of vulnerable audiences. I will supply copies of the certificates when submitting my signed contract. In the case that I or a member of my team cannot be vaccinated due to a medical reason we will supply a medical certificate. (I understand that after a member of your leadership team has sited our vaccination certificate the copy will be destroyed.)
- I will be capable of producing the show that I have discussed and in the case of any change I will let the Fringe team know.
- I will treat this relationship professionally and understand that the Fringe team may take up to 5 business days to respond to non-urgent requests.
- I will check my emails reguarly for Fringe communications including my spam inbox.

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2022 DARWIN FRINGE GENERAL APPLICATION

This application is for artists producing their own event in non-hub venues or for creatives looking to host online, digital content.

WAIT, I WANT TO PERFORM IN BROWN'S MART, HAPPY YESS, CIVIC PARK OR COMEDY GARDEN!

Darwin Fringe Dates 2022

View an example application we made up here to help you on your way.

View an example application we made up here to help you on your way.

Key Details

Dates & Ticketing

Marketing

Additional Marketing Material

COVID19 and your show

Risk Assesment

Before hitting submit you must agree to the following:

2022 DARWIN FRINGE
GENERAL APPLICATION