2013 Audition Info

Auditions are held in the spring of each year, and are open to musicians, singer/song-writers, jugglers, magicians, performers, dance troupes, artists, and other street arts performers. Performers are judged before a panel of local artists, committee members and merchants. Performers are paid, a priority for organizers who all feel that artists should always be compensated for their work.

WHEN?

March 18, 2013
5:00 to 8:00 p.m.

PERFORMANCE DATES: Thursday evenings from June 6 to August 15, 2013 from 6:30-8:30 p.m., with no performances on July 4. Performances take place outdoors in downtown Chelsea, Michigan.

WHERE?

First United Methodist Church
128 Park Street
Chelsea,  MI   48118
Click here for directions

AUDITION REQUIREMENTS

There are approximately 100 paying spots available on the schedule. Auditions are open to musicians, singer/songwriters, jugglers, magicians, dance troupes, artists, and other street performers

Interested parties should fill out the online application and reserve a time slot.  Those auditioning will then have 3-5 minutes to perform at one of four stages before a panel of judges made up of local musicians, committee members, merchants and maybe a few celebrities.

Performers should bring any necessary equipment with which they would normally perform. There are 30-40 audition slots available on a first come basis. Those that cannot make the audition or are not able to secure a time slot should still fill out the application online and send in a CD, demo, or email a link to an audio demo. There is no charge to audition.

Selected performers will be contacted to schedule performance dates during the Sounds and Sights season based on availability.

ONLINE APPLICATION

Sorry, 2013 online application no longer available.

QUESTIONS?

For information, please email our Festival Coordinator at info@chelseafestivals.com.