The International Association for Creation and Training (I-act) has launched the call for performances of the 1st edition of the Backstreet Festival under the motto “Towards Art in non-traditional spaces”.This call is open for theatre troupes and artists from the Euro-Mediterranean region and is targeting the following types of performances: Street performances (slapstick, living/human statutes, etc), circus arts, musical and improvisational theatre, Installations,Multimedia performances, Puppet theatre, Comedy, Clowning, Pantomime; all types of performances related to street art are welcome to apply. However, this year we are note accepting purely dramatic/classical plays or contemporary dance.The Festival is multi-venued and will take place in Alexandria, Egypt from 23-29 September 2012.

How to Apply?

1. Soft Copy of the application form and the related documents:

In order to apply, please fill in the attached application form and make sure to include within a link of an online video of your performance (minimum 15 and maximum 25 minutes). In addition to your application, please enclose the following obligatory appendixes: 1. Three photos of high resolution; 2. Synopsis of your performance (maximum 60 words in English); & 3. Short biography (maximum 60 words in English). Without these appendixes the application will be deemed ineligible.  This material will be used in the promotional or publicity material of the festival in case the performance is accepted.

2.DVD of your performance:

In addition to your application form, please send a CD/ DVD of your performance (each troupe must submit only ONE performance). In case of acceptance, the DVD version of your show will be considered as the final one to be presented, unless stated and agreed otherwise with the Festival Organizers. Along with the DVD, you can attach any promotional material (leaflets, brochures, etc). The same deadline applies 30 June 2012.