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The Nest is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit theatrical production company committed to creating financially accessible opportunities for artists to create, collaborate, and perform.

Nest Fest is a community-driven program designed to remove financial barriers to participation and provide artists with the opportunity to develop and showcase their work. As a nonprofit, volunteer-run program, participating artists are not compensated for their involvement.

ARTIST SUBMISSIONS

Welcome!


Submit here for consideration to join our team for Nest Fest: Spellbound!

Director + Actor submissions are open from September 18th - September 21st.


Selected artist participants are asked to provide a minimum $20 donation to The Nest 501(c)(3) non profit to help support our ongoing community programming!


About Nest Fest:

Short Play Festival featuring 7 playwrights, 7 directors, and up to 28 actors all coming together to create 7 short plays taking place on one set with one theme: "Spellbound".


Did you participate in Nest Fest: Life Lessons?
Yes! As a Writer
Yes! As a Director
Yes! As an Actor
Yes! As a Volunteer
No! But I submitted
No! First Timer!
Position Descriptions

Director

Directors are responsible for bringing a production to life through artistic leadership, collaboration, and storytelling. Directors will work closely with playwrights, actors, and festival staff to develop and stage their assigned piece, guiding rehearsals and shaping the overall vision of the production.

This position is ideal for both emerging and experienced directors who are eager to collaborate, experiment, and grow their craft. All Directors selected for the festival will receive mentorship from Bird throughout the process, including support with artistic development, rehearsal practices, production planning, and realizing their creative vision.


Actor

Actors are the heart of the festival's productions, bringing scripts to life through performance, collaboration, and creative exploration. Actors may be cast in one or more productions and will work closely with directors, fellow performers, and festival staff throughout rehearsals and performances.

We welcome performers of all experience levels who are excited to take creative risks, support new work, and contribute to a collaborative artistic environment. Reliability, professionalism, and a willingness to engage in the creative process are essential.


Production Assistant

Production Assistants provide essential support to the festival's creative and production teams. Responsibilities may include assisting with rehearsals, helping with event setup and strike, supporting stage management and front-of-house operations, coordinating materials, and ensuring productions run smoothly.

This position is an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in learning more about theater production, arts administration, and behind-the-scenes operations. Production Assistants will gain hands-on experience while working closely with artists, directors, and festival leadership.

Position

Artists are welcome to submit for multiple positions. However, final placement decisions will be made at the discretion of the festival team based on project needs, applicant experience, and overall festival programming.

Mandatory Rehearsals for All Artists:

Meet and Greet + Table Read

Sunday, October 4th @ 11:00 - 3:00 pm

NOTE: Actors will not receive their script until the Table Read.


Rehearsals

Final rehearsal schedules are created based on artist availability.

Weekdays - 6:30pm - 9:30pm

Weekends - 11am - 2pm

Note: No scheduled rehearsals on Mondays or Wednesdays. Because we are coordinating the schedules of more than 40 artists across multiple productions, our team carefully develops a rehearsal schedule that balances the needs of the festival and its participants. We appreciate everyone's flexibility and commitment to making this collaborative process a success.


Dress/Tech Rehearsal MANDATORY FOR ALL ARTISTS

Friday, October 23rd @ 6:30 - 9:30 pm


Production Assistants:

Friday, October 23rd @ 5:30 - 10:30 pm

Saturday, October 24th @ 5:00pm - 10:00 pm

Sunday, October 24th @ 5:00pm - 10:00 pm

Additional production meetings may be scheduled as needed.

Select ALL dates you are available for

Please select all dates you are available. This does not mean you will rehearse on every date—it simply gives us more flexibility when creating the rehearsal schedule.

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