GREAT BARRINGTON, Mass. - Want to get in on the Fringe? Bazaar Productions has announced its open artist application to sixth annual Berkshire Fringe. Hailed as 'Sassy and Experimental' by The New York Times, The Berkshire Fringe has been a hotbed for new work and ideas since its inception in 2005. Held in late July and August, the 2010 festival will feature three weeks of mind-blowing theater, dance, music and multi-media performances by emerging artists from across the United States.
For the last six years, Bazaar Productions and The Berkshire Fringe have filled a niche in the local cultural community by hosting over 200 emerging performers and presenting nearly 50 full length original works that have blended genres, boasted new styles and delved into traditions underrepresented in the mainstream. Past performers have ranged from award winning Fringe veterans to those who are relatively unknown. Each performer has been given equal footing and an opportunity to flourish in a fresh, exciting and professional atmosphere.
In 2010, six companies or individuals will be invited to participate. All artists receive a state of the art theater space, housing, assistance with marketing and publicity, extensive support from technical and front of house staff and half of their box office sales. Bazaar Productions is solely dedicated to presenting new works at affordable ticket prices while focusing funds and resources to create an exemplary experience for all participants.
Perspective artists may visit www.berkshirefringe.org for more information and to obtain an application guidelines. Inquiries can also be answered by e-mailing co-artistic director Sara Katzoff at sara@berkshirefringe.org or calling the offices of Bazaar Productions at (413) 320-4175. The deadline for submission is January 15, 2010. All applications must be postmarked by January 15.
The 2010 Berkshire Fringe is made possible through the generosity of Bard College at Simon's Rock and grants from the Massachusetts Cultural Council.
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