Creative Forum for Independent Theatre Groups (Europe-Mediterranean)
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| Country and Region | Egypt — Alexandria |
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| Type of Festival | Drama |
| Location of Festival | Alexandria, Alexandria, Egypt |
| Festival Address Information | International Association for Creation and Training (I-act) |
| Festival Description | Like Alexandria that used to be an inspirational source for human knowledge in the Old World, we are now hoping that through the 7th Edition of the Creative Forum for Independent Theatre Groups (Europe-Mediterranean), we are a step nearer to a future full of peace, love and understanding. Since its first edition, the Forum has been an artistic, cultural phenomenon which takes place in the ancient city of Alexandria. One of its major axes is the concept of anti-festival, for the Forum is a space for artists, a space in which there is no place for formalities. The Forum has always aimed at achieving an interdisciplinary approach in which creativity, education, dialogue, knowledge, publications, translation and building joint projects are blended together. This is achieved through the following axes: perforamnces, educational programmes, dialogue programmes and publication programmes. The Forum, therefore, is our means to highlight and confirm the importance of cultural diversity, knowledge exchange, and the essential role both play in the continuation of life itself, on social, political, educational and creative levels. |
| Festival Dates | February 1 - 10, 2010 |
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Practical Info:
Application information 2010:
- Information about the previous 6 editions:
Information and to download the application form, please visit: http://www.iact-eg.org/creative.html - Practical Info:
- Group size:
The Bibliotheca Alexandrina (BA) will cover a theatre group of maximum 6 persons. Any additional participants will have to cover their own expenses; however, the Library can book their hotel rooms with a special rate. - Accommodation:
The Forum covers a maximum of 6 nights/ 7 days on bed and breakfast basis. - Per diem:
The organizers will pay a per diem of 100 Egyptian pounds for a maximum of 7 days for each accepted artist. Local transportation: will be provided for the participants according to flight schedules; only 2 transportations (from and to the airport) will be covered by the Forum; additional ones will have to be covered by the group. - Air tickets:
The Forum does not cover air tickets. - Languages:
Arabic and English are the working languages. One of those languages should be spoken fluently; otherwise at least one person with an adequate language command should be present. Please notice that it is preferable to have performances in English for the wordy plays. If this is not available, please send a translated synopsis of the work. - Insurance:
The Forum covers no insurance. - Recording:
A CD/ DVD of the suggested performance must be sent so that the jury can decide the accepted performances. Each theatre group must submit only ONE performance. In case of acceptance, the exact version of the work sent in CD/DVD is expected unless otherwise agreed on. - Publicity material:
Theatre groups are encouraged to send any additional relevant material, such as photos, press criticism …etc. At least ONE printed photo has to be sent with the material (to be printed in the pamphlet in case the group is accepted). The material, including CD/DVD, is not returnable. - Guests:
Guests who would like to attend the Forum will have to cover their own expenses. However, the Library can book their hotel rooms with a special rate. Chosen groups will be asked to sign an agreement.
- Group size:
- Deadline for submission: Application and material entered for the selection must arrive by October 10, 2009. Final results will be announced by October 30, 2009.
- For more information, please contact: omneya@iact-eg.org
Participants information for "Braids":
- Group size
- The Bibliotheca Alexandrina (BA) will cover a theatre group of maximum 6 persons. Any additional participants will have to cover their own expenses; however, the Library can book their hotel rooms with a special rate and provide them with free tickets to attend the Forum along with the guests’ special privileges.
- Costs
- The organizers will pay accommodation on “bed and breakfast” basis and a per diem of 100 Egyptian pounds for a maximum of 10 days. Local transportation (from and to the airport) will be provided for the participants according to flight schedules. Air tickets and Fees should be arranged by the participants.
- Languages
- Arabic and English are the working languages. One of those languages should be spoken fluently, otherwise at least one person with an adequate language command should be present. Please notice that it is preferable to have performances in English for the wordy plays. If this is not available, please send a translated synopsis of the work.
- Insurance
- The Forum covers NO insurance.
- Videotape
- A video recording/ CD/ DVD of the suggested performance MUST be sent so that the jury can decide the accepted performances. Theatre groups are encouraged to send any additional relevant material, such as photos, press criticism, etc. The material, including videotapes, is not returnable.
- Guests (non-Egyptians living abroad)
- Guests who would like to attend the Forum will have to cover their own expenses. However, the Library can book their hotel rooms with a special rate and provide them with free tickets to attend the Forum along with the guests’ special privileges.
- International Visitors (curators, festival organisers, producers, programme officers, funders, and others)
- They are invited to apply (for 1 person) through the attached form to come and attend the Forum. The Library will cover their hotel accommodation on bed and breakfast basis and EGP 100 per diem for a maximum of 10 days. Local transportation (from and to the airport) will be provided for the participants according to flight schedules.
- The deadline for sending material is October 20, 2008. Final results will be announced no later than October 30, 2009. Chosen groups will be asked to sign an agreement.
- Please send your application and material by October 30, 2009 to the following address
- Bibliotheca Alexandrina – Arts Center
El-Shatby- Alexandria- Egypt 21526
Attention: Mahmoud Aboudoma (Arts Center Consultant)
I-ACT Phone/fax: (+2) 03 429 7154
Emails: aboudoma@iact-eg.org, or
nada@iact-eg.org
- Bibliotheca Alexandrina – Arts Center
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