What is it?
The Play Ground is an alternative performing arts venue offering engaging, thought-provoking programming in all disciplines – theatre, dance, music, poetry, art, film and the spoken word. The Play Ground will serve as a home for emerging and experienced artists alike and will reflect the vibrant artistic community of Duluth and northeastern Minnesota.

Where is it?
The Play Ground is a new 70-seat theatre located in Duluth’s Technology Village at 11 East Superior Street on the main level. However, all business correspondence should be through the Duluth Playhouse at 506 West Michigan St., (218) 733-7555 or 733-3915.

PERFORMERS:

How much will it cost to perform there?
Not a thing.   In fact, presenters have the opportunity to make money from performing at the Play Ground.  The Play Ground will provide the performance space for a limited time, help advertise your show, sell tickets at the door, provide limited tech support and in return, take a percentage of box office receipts, splitting remaining profit with the artists 50/50.  Performers are asked to maintain a standard $10 ticket price for events, and if possible perform a minimum of three nights (Thursday-Saturday), and up to two-weekends.  Single night events will be considered with a standard $5 cover.  A similar box office split will apply.

How do I apply?
First, please read the info sheet by clicking HERE.
Next, presenters who are interested in performing at the Play Ground need to submit a basic proposal that would include:
• Application cover sheet with contact information, a sentence or two about the project and dates required. Click HERE for application (Word document).
• Resume
• One page description of the project
• Work samples (video, photographs, CDs) if appropriate

VISUAL ARTISTS:

How much will it cost to have an exhibit?
Not a thing. In fact, artists have the opportunity to make money should their artwork sell. The Play Ground does not require a percentage of the sale nor are there any overhead costs. The Play Ground is designed to primarily present performers of varying disciplines in the evenings. The Play Ground is not a museum and therefore not typically open to the public during the day. However, visual artists are free to conduct private showings or public receptions (at your own expense).

How do I apply?
Complete the attached basic proposal that includes:
• Cover sheet with contact information, a sentence or two about the project and dates required
• Resume and/or bio
• Work samples (video, photographs, CDs) if appropriate
Click HERE for application (Word document).

IF YOUR COMPUTER DOES NOT SUPPORT MICROSOFT WORD, PLEASE CONTACT CRYSTAL PELKEY AT: pginfo@duluthplayhouse.org TO REQUEST THAT AN INFO SHEET AND APPLICATION BE MAILED TO YOU.


All proposals are reviewed by committee on a monthly basis.The Play Ground will then contact the presenter/artist and may request a personal interview as well. Proposals are accepted year round and may be submitted to:

Crystal Pelkey (Play Ground Manager)
The Play Ground
c/o Duluth Playhouse
506 West Michigan Street
Duluth, MN 55802


PERFORMERS: Anything else?
Because the Play Ground seeks to host as many artists for as many weeks as possible, the focus should be on the work itself and not on production values. The lighting instruments are hung in a standard rep plot and may not be moved, and artists will have no more than three days to be in the space before performing, so elaborate sets are not allowed. It’s even possible that following your 7:30 show, there may be a late show of someone else’s work. The goal is to provide a flexible, engaging space that allows as many performers a chance to present their work as possible.

VISUAL ARTISTS: Anything else?
The Duluth Playhouse, as the parent organization for the Play Ground, will not carry any insurance/liability coverage for artists or artwork. You will be asked to sign a waiver, should your exhibit by chosen, to release the Duluth Playhouse and Play Ground of any and all claims related to the exhibition and usage of space including personal injury. Artists are exclusively responsible for displaying/hanging their work. A strip of metal molding surrounds the room for easy hanging using fishing wire and picture hooks. You may view the space upon request.