Deadline: June 15, 2026
Send submissions to: costanza@humanrightsartmovement.org
The performances must be fully produced by you; IHRAF is a presenting platform.
Considering performances 10-20 minutes long.
We accept just one proposal for each application.
***This is an open call for Queens-based artists only***
Send:
- A brief description of your piece, including approximate running time - we’re accepting 10-20 mins works.
- A cover letter, including details regarding the piece’s discipline, issue of concern treated and a brief summary of your artistic goals
- Your bios or resumes and the names of any collaborators already on board
- A sample of work (scripts, pics, videos, songs, any other links or file that could help us to know more about your project)
- As email subject, please type IHRAF Queens 2026, then add Association-Company-your name (i.e. IHRAF Queens 2026, Joan Doe)
Please note: Work may not have been produced within the last year in NYC, or be scheduled in the next six months of September 20, 2026.
Also, let us know if you already had part of our previous festivals as a performer or in the audience.
We are jurying work with the following interests, for performance blocks:
- QUEENS-oriented stories
- Climate Change Action
- Immigration
- LGBTQIA
- Celebration of Women/Women in Power
- Celebration of Black Men/Undiscovered Women
- With Love from Africa
- Any other social justice concerns you might have
All accepted performers will receive:
Performance stipends of $200 total (per project)
PR and marketing support
30-minute tech rehearsal
Festival TD and SM
Free photographic documentation of the performance
Any questions, email our Festival Assistant Producer Costanza Bugiani at costanza@humanrightsartmovement.org