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Applications for the 2025 IndyFringe Festival

Deadline: 02/16/2025

The IndyFringe Festival is back and bigger than ever for its 20th anniversary!

Whether you are a seasoned touring artist or a first-time creator, the IndyFringe Festival believes that there is a stage for everyone!

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Discover the joy, the magic, and the drama of the IndyFringe Theatre Festival in Indianapolis, produced by IF Theatre.

This annual celebration of the performing arts transforms the City of Indianapolis for 11 continuous days during the Summer and features genre-defying performances of every kind. From dance to cabaret, children’s theatre to stand-up comedy, hula, or kathakali, whether you’re an established creator with a new story to tell or just beginning your artistic adventure, there is a place for YOU in the IndyFringe Festival.

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Important Dates
Jan 6 (12:00PM EST) – Applications open
February 16 (11:59PM EST) – Applications close
February 24 – Artists notified of offer
Mar 10 – Deadline to accept offer – 50% of participation fee due.
March 20 – Public announcement of festival participants
April 4 – All marketing information due, including graphics
May 5 – Final deadline for free withdrawal
June 23 – Tickets go on sale for general public
August 13 – Festival Kick-Off Party/Preview Night (recommended for all artists if possible)
August 14 – August 24: The Festival!

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