[NEohioPAL] CPT now accepting applications for Big [BOX] during 08-09 season

Mon May 5 08:48:47 PDT 2008

Cleveland Public Theatre Request for Proposals for Big [BOX] for the 2008-2009 Season

Application and details on how Big [BOX] works are below.  For more information or to download application materials, please visit www.cptonline.org <http://www.cptonline.org/> .

CPT is gearing up for the 08-09 Season and the centerpiece of our season - Big [BOX].  Big [BOX] is a successful series that promotes new performance projects by local artists. 

Big [BOX] offers artists or groups the opportunity to self-produce their own works. Big [BOX] is about whatever the artist wants to focus on.  We open the doors and let the artist experiment, charting their own course, making their own decisions, taking their own risks.  

This year CPT may be producing two sets of Big [BOX]: one in the fall and another in the traditional January/February time. We hope that this allows for more audience support, greater flexibility for interested artists, and increased service from CPT staff.

How Big [BOX] Works

CPT will select six or more artists/groups to be part of Big [BOX]. Each of these artists/groups gets the James Levin Theatre (upstairs) for one week, Monday through Sunday. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm and Sundays at 3pm. This year's series will be offered January - February, 2009.

Big [BOX] is not about huge production values. It's more about the performance.  The artist shouldn't get too caught up in elaborate plans because they don't have much time in the space. But don't confuse minimalism and resourcefulness with lack of style and quality.  We ask that all set pieces be portable in case the show needs to be struck to make the stage available for a late night performance. The space is set up with a rep lighting plot suitable for theatre and dance.  Each artist will have a few specials that can be moved around for their particular needs, but the lighting plot must remain intact.  Color may be changed.

Each artist/group will be provided a budget of $600 toward his or her expenses.  ($400 for double bill) The net box office receipts will be split 50/50  (30/30/40 for double bills) after that $600 has been recovered.  

Although we will produce a direct mail piece advertising all of the artists/groups, it is up to the individual artist to promote his or her own show, but we will.  We will send out a press release for listings only, provide flyer templates, use of copy machine, and may be able to help with distribution. Since the work being done is in development, there will be no critics invited.  However, critics have attended and written about work in the past, clearly stating that the work is in process.  Should an individual artist feel their work is ready for the scrutiny of a reviewer we will try to accommodate them.  

There will be a Big [BOX] Stage Manager, box office and house staff, but it is up to each artist to provide their own artistic collaborators and any additional technical staff needed.

This is a chance for us to get to know an artist's work or new work by artists we already know.  

Who gets selected?

In selecting works for this series we look at a number of factors:

Has the artist/group demonstrated the ability to produce the proposed work? We aren't looking for top notch producers, but we do want to feel confident that the artist/group has a clear understanding of what it takes to pull off a show, and that they understand how to assess their own capacity.

All artistic enterprises require risk and there are no guarantees. However, it's important to demonstrate a level of artistic excellence and an understanding of artistry. This might be demonstrated in a work sample, resume of artist, script of past or current work, or in a project summary.

Is the work adventurous and new? CPT has a history of producing work that no one else in town will produce because it is somehow "outside the box." The work doesn't need to be experimental or weird (though that is fine too), but it does need to be relevant and compelling.

How will Big [BOX] impact this artist professionally and artistically? CPT wants to have a real impact on the community and provide resources to artists who will most benefit. 

If you would like to be considered for the 2008-09 Big [BOX] Series, please fill out the attached application form, or you can request an application at Artistic at cptonline.org <mailto:Artistic at cptonline.org> .  

Deadline for submissions is June 1, 2008. 

Big [BOX] Past Artists

2007-08

Steve Maitros - Modern Problems

Anne McEvoy - Crashing Through Ceilings

MeganLouise Dance - Companions 

Scott Plate - The One Who 

Barbara Becker - Ictus

Michael Williams - The Josie Project

Jason Mullin - The Greatest Story Ever Told

Hy Life - De Vices

Kalindi Stockton and Maree ReMalia - vis-à-vis 

Deborah Magid - Costumbrismo, or Khandihba Wars

2006-07

Mike Geither-Living Tall

Mike Sepesy and Alison Garrigan-Ms. Adventures

Lisa Siciliano and Dawn Youngs-When the Wind Blows

Najaa Young-The Future of the Funk

Lisa K. Lock-Without Feathers

Amy Notley-Sucking the Life

Mary Weems and Tony Sias-Wearing Rainbows and Numbers

Double Edge Dance-Fault Lines

Trad Burns and Elizabeth Woods-My Name is Rachel Corrie

2005-06

Myron J. Lewis and Jaqi Loewy-Mr. Lewis Rules

Daniel Elihu Kramer-Love Suicide

Lynn Deering and Chris DiCello-Coming of Age

Eric Alleman-New American Appliances

Joe Booth-Family Outing

2004-05

Aaron Rapljenovic and Zoe Schultz - GEMini

David Hansen - The Vampyres

Ryan Lott - Connect, A Party in 3 Acts

Perren Hedderson - Apply Within

Nina Domingue - Mo Pas Connin

Mike Geither - Citizenship in the Nation

2003-04

Eclectic Circus

Alex P. Michaels - The M.A.N.

Sarah Morton - 4 Minutes to Happy

2002-03

Antaeus Dance

Christopher Johnston - Theories of Relativity

InLet Dance Theatre

Michael D. Sepesy - Loserville

David Hansen - I Hate This

Wild Plum Productions

Titlewave Theatre - Charge

Aaron Rapljenovic and Robert Wesner - White River Crossing

Big [BOX] 09 APPLICATION

Deadline: June 1, 2008

Thank you for your interest in Big [BOX]. Please complete the application and submit it with your supplemental materials and a work sample (if available) to: Attn: Big [BOX], Cleveland Public Theatre, 6415 Detroit Avenue, Cleveland OH  44102

Name/Group______________________________________________________________ 

Contact Name________________________________________________________________

Address____________________________________________________________________

Phone________________ Cell________________ E-Mail________________

Artistic Discipline (e.g. music, theatre, dance, puppetry, etc.)_____________

Title of Work/Show_________________________________________________________

Length of piece/event ______________________________________________________

Requested performance dates in order of preference (Fall Big [BOX]: 10/6 -11/2, 2008, Winter Big [BOX]: 1/5 - 2/8, 2009):

Attach up to two sheets for the following:

1) Describe the project. (Who will be involved, what is the basis for the piece, how do you currently envision it?)

2) What are your production needs? (stage, lighting, special effects, etc)

3) How will participation in Big [BOX] impact you as an artist and the growth of the proposed piece?

4) What is your background and experience that gives you confidence that you can complete this project? What skills do you have to be able to produce the work?

5) Sometimes CPT pairs up artists or groups with shorter works to maximize box office and space. Would you be willing to participate if you were on a double bill?

Supplementary Materials: Include any additional information to support your application including resume, bio, script, treatment, artistic statement, etc.

Work Sample: Include work samples such as video, photos, past scripts, etc. Please label the sample clearly so we know how to relate the sample to the proposal. 

Video materials will only be returned to those artists who are not selected for Big [BOX] and who include an appropriate sized, stamped, and addressed envelope. 

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