Bring Your Own Venue (BYOV) - Application now available
The BYOV application is now available for download:
Bring Your Own Venue (BYOV) is an option for performers who want to make their own venue arrangements. BYOV performers keep 100% of their box office receipts (instead of 50% at Fringe venues) and pay all venue-related costs directly to the venue. BYOV performers are required to pay a $75 entry fee to be included in all Fringe related press and program. BYOV performers are expected to schedule at least one performance during the Festival dates.
If you are not selected for a Fringe venue slot during the regular submission process, consider the BYOV option. We will credit your $25 application fee towards the $75 BYOV fee (so you just pay $50). Make your arrangements, complete the BYOV form and submit it by September 1. BYOV performances are not adjudicated and are virtually guaranteed acceptance if the applications are complete.
Be creative when you think of BYOV options: coffee shops, corner bars, living rooms and front porches are all great places for theater. Although we recommend lining up a location near the other Fringe venues, there are no restrictions as long as the venue is in New Orleans city limits. Click here for a list of possible locations.
If you would like venue suggestions, let us know. For more information about the BYOV option, email dennis@nofringe.org.
The Fringe takes no responsibility for BYOV venues. All arrangements -- technical, financial, logistical, legal etc. -- must be made between you and the venue owner.
This application deadline has been extended to September 10.
We do reserve the right to refuse a BYOV show. In that case, we will return the $75 fee.