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2026 Art in the Loop Call for Performance Artists

The Art in the Loop Foundation (AILF) is in search of artists to bring their creativity to Downtown Kansas City for its 13th Annual summer public art performance series. Please visit www.artintheloop.com to review the complete artist guidelines.
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Home invites artists to explore the places, people and dreams that bring us back to ourselves. A familiar sight, smell, sound, taste or touch–these are the things that feel like home. Home represents the essence of our innermost memories. The aspects of life that resonate with our inner child. For many, home is a reflection of refuge, comfort and belonging. For some, home represents more complex emotions—the catalyst for the ways in which we experience life and evolve over time.
Artist Name*

First NameLast Name
Preferred Name*
Preferred Pronouns*
Performer/Group Name*
Email Address*
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Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number
Mailing Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip CodeCountry
Have you been selected as an Art in the Loop artist previously?*

YesNo
Which discipline(s) are you apply for?*

Literary Arts: Spoken Word, Poetry, etc.Social Practice: Community or Public EngagementPerformance Arts: Dance, Theater, etc.Performance Arts: MusicOther
Website / Social Media
Upload your resume or CV*

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Please provide a brief performance description and artist statement (250 word maximum).*

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How will your performance relate to the theme? (250 word maximum).*

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When would you like to perform? (Please select all events that interest you.)*

Kick-off Ceremony at the Kansas City Public Library Central Library, 14 W 10th Street on June 3, 2026 (5:30-7:30pm)Oppenstein Park at 12th and Walnut on July 9 or 16, 2026 (6:00-8:00pm)816 Day at the City Market, 20 E. 5th St., on August 16, 2026 (6:00-8:00pm)Onboard KC Streetcar on September 16 or 17, 2026 (6:00-8:00pm)Closing Reception at the Kansas City Public Library Central Library, 14 W 10th Street on October 29, 2026 (5:30-7:30pm)
Would you like to be considered for additional performance dates if more opportunities become available during the season?*

YesNo
Please provide links to original music/performance samples or videos (max 3):
Link 1:*
Link 2:
Link 3:
Additional Comments
Art in the Loop values an equitable, diverse, and inclusive art community. Please answer the following questions to help us measure our reach and impact.
What is your age
Race and ethnicity - How do you publicly self-identify
Gender Identity - How do you publicly self-identify?
Sexual orientation - How do you publicly self-identify?
Disability - How do you publicly self-identify?
Veteran Status - How do you publicly self-identify?
English as a Second Language - How do you publicly self-identify?
How did you hear about Art in the Loop?
Applications are due February 16, 2026 at 11:59 PM CST. Please contact Jade Osborne, Performance Arts Director at jadeosborneart@gmail.com or Ann Holliday, Art in the Loop Director, at ann@downtownkc.org with any questions.
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2026 Art in the Loop Call for Performance Artists

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