New competition for amateur stage artists
Amateur theatre or dance companies as well as individuals can take part in a Brussels competition that recognises the major contribution of these arts to the city
‘Flood of talent’
Anyone wishing to be considered for the prize – from stage directors to dancers to whole companies – must register by 18 June with Zinnema, an organisation that supports and provides space to amateur artists. Productions can be in Dutch, English or French.
A jury of stage arts professionals will announce a shortlist at the end of June. The productions that make the shortlist will each receive €2,000 and the chance to stage their work at Bozar in December, when the winner – as well as the winner of a public prize – will be announced.
“This competition is an ideal way to honour the flood of talent in this city,” said Smet, “and to reach people who are new to Brussels.”
About the author
Lisa Bradshaw is the editor-in-chief of Flanders Today. She worked as an editor and journalist in her homeland, the United States, before moving to the awesome city of Ghent in 2004. If she’s not in the office, she’s probably at a film festival.
