Calling creatives for Cape Town Carnival

CapeTown.gov.za

Cape Town Carnival Creative Director, Brad Baard, says, "Cape Town Carnival is a platform for artists, performers, designers, anyone and everyone, to 'strut their stuff' and celebrate their creative expression. This is an opportunity for the public to be part of the spectacular action and, by playing together, we can create magic."

Participation can take the form of performance, musicians or artists, designers, sculptors and makers. Those who have a creative masterpiece they have been longing to share or an idea to create something new, are encouraged to join in on the action for next year's event.

Three categories

1. Performers: This is for individuals or self-organised groups of dancers, musicians, actors or performers who would like to feature on a float or in the parade. For those who wish to be involved more informally - by either busking or performing on an open stage - Cape Town Carnival is hoping to spread the festivities beyond the parade and onto the street, encouraging Cape Town to own the Carnival night. Groups or individuals need to complete the application form before Saturday, 31 October 2015.

2. Designers and makers: This invitation is for designers and makers of sculptures, puppets, floats, props and costumes to put concepts forward that they would like to design and build for the 2016 parade. Those who are unable to make their creations can propose the idea to Cape Town Carnival. If it is chosen for development, Carnival will commission a build-ready design and the maker team will bring it to life.

Cape Town Carnival is also accepting extraordinary ideas for street décor or furniture that includes robust, reusable and versatile items for temporary use on the street during Carnival night. Groups or individuals need to complete the application form before Wednesday, 30 September 2015.

3. Bring existing artwork: The invitation is open to those who have an existing costume, headdress, a gadget or vehicle and would like to see it come alive in the parade. Cape Town Carnival may be able to help mobilise those selected for inclusion in the street Carnival spectacular. Groups or individuals need to complete the application form before Wednesday, 30 September 2015.

For more information, go to www.capetowncarnival.com/create.