Further information
What are we looking for?
We are looking for a diverse range of performances and installations from artists, with a focus on artists who are mostly based in the City of Maribyrnong or the Western region. However we welcome applications from artists from any location.
We encourage applications from artists who are Aboriginal, culturally and linguistically diverse, LGBTQI+ and/or who have a disability.
Sleepless Footscray Festival 2024 featured over 50 artists across two weeks.
What do I need to provide?
PERFORMANCE APPLICANTS
We will work with successful applicants to secure their preferred location - ideally within Footscray CBD. We do not require the potential venue to be secured before the application. If you have a location in mind however, it is best if you have had a conversation with a venue owner about your project or scouted a location beforehand.
We may also propose an alternative location in line with our Shopfront Activations Initiative, which seeks to hold events in unused shopfronts and buildings within the Footscray CBD. We favour the use of unconventional spaces from applicants, so feel free to propose several sites within Footscray CBD and bear this approach in mind when completing your proposal. If successful, we will work with you to identify and obtain the best venue for your project.
Successful applicants will also be responsible for all costs relating to the performances. The Sleepless Festival grant will be the final amount paid and no further funding will be provided.
Who is responsible for ticket sales?
Ticket sales will be managed by Sleepless Festival. Sleepless Festival will pay all ticket sales, minus any administration costs to the key contact of successful applications.
How will my event be promoted?
Sleepless Festival will include all successful performances as part of overall festival promotion. Successful applicants will also be responsible for promoting their own events and should include a short marketing plan in their application.
What should I outline in the budget template?
Budgets should detail all sources of income, costs and in-kind income and expenses. Sleepless Grants you apply for should be included as part of your income.
When will I be paid?
Funding will be paid upon successful completion of the event.
What if my work is not ready yet?
If you have a grand idea, we would still love to hear from you. Please contact info@sleeplessfestival.com to be considered for the 2025 festival or future years.
INSTALLATION APPLICANTS
Where will my work be displayed?
Sleepless Footscray Festival 2024 preferences the use of public space for performance and installation and aims to use a variety of shopfronts in the Footscray CBD.
Sleepless Footscray Festival can provide a range of installation spaces and will work with successful applicants to identify appropriate locations. Works that show strong consideration for the surrounding environment and community interaction will be highly regarded.
Past locations include Metro West Shopping Centre, Paisley St shops, Trocadero Arcade and 145 Nicholson Street, Footscray.
When will I be paid?
Funding will be paid upon successful completion of the installation.
How will my installation be promoted?
Sleepless Festival will include all successful performances as part of overall festival promotion. Artists are expected to promote their work in conjunction with Sleepless Festival.