BorderLight Fringe Festival 2026 – Call for Artists!

Applications are now open for the BorderLight Fringe Festival 2026, returning to Cleveland’s Playhouse Square District July 8–11, 2026. The BorderLight Fringe showcases self-produced work by local, national, and international artists across all genres — theatre, movement, music, performance art, immersive experiences, and more.

Participating artists receive 60% of ticket revenue for ticketed shows, or an artist stipend for free performances. BorderLight provides venue, box office, marketing, and technical support to help artists focus on their work.

Deadline: January 16, 2026

Learn more and apply: https://www.borderlightcle.org/2026artist/