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1. M1 SINGAPORE FRINGE FESTIVAL 2012
15 – 26 FEBRUARY 2012
CALL FOR APPLICATIONS
The M1 Singapore Fringe Festival is an annual festival of theatre, dance, music, visual arts
and mixed media created and presented by Singaporean and international artists. Themed
differently each year, the Festival aims to bring the best of contemporary, cutting-edge and
socially-engaged works to the Singapore audience.
The M1 Singapore Fringe Festival is set to be a creative centre, with a twin-purpose of
innovation and discussion; a platform for meaningful and provocative art to engage our
increasingly connected and complex world.
The theme for M1 Singapore Fringe Festival 2012 is Art and Religion. We are looking for
works in all disciplines that will fall within that theme. A write-up of our curatorial statement,
rationale for the theme as well as more information about what the Fringe Festival can offer
you is attached at Annex 1.
We accept applications from professional Singapore and international artists / companies.
The programme for 2011 is listed on our website ( www.singaporefringe.com). It will
provide you with some insight into the programmes, venues and workings of the festival.
Attached is an application form for M1 Singapore Fringe Festival 2012 and a brief on the
application process.
Please include the following items in your proposal:
o Application Form
o Artistic description of the work
o Description of how the work is related to the theme of Art and Religion
o Reason for wanting to participate in M1 Singapore Fringe Festival
o Biographies of the artists involved
o Technical specifications, design ideas, stage & lighting plans sketches
o Copy of the script (if applicable)
o DVD/VCD/Video/CD of performance (If it is a new work, please submit
DVD/VCD/Video/CD of previous work)
o Images (in high resolution if electronic copies are submitted)
o Reviews, press cuttings and critiques (with translations in English if applicable)
o Company background and work
o Performances previously staged (both in your home country and abroad)
o Any other supporting documentation
Please note that late or incomplete applications will not be entertained. Please also note that
all submitted materials are non-returnable.

2. You are required to submit a hard copy and a soft copy of your proposal
Please send :
1. A hard copy of your proposal to
M1 Singapore Fringe Festival
Marine Parade Community Building
278 Marine Parade Road #B1-02
Singapore 449282
2. A soft copy (in editable word document format) to info@singaporefringe.com ,
uploaded
via www.mediafire.com, www.yousendit.com, www.sendthisfile.com or www.filedropper.com
All applications should reach the organisers by Friday 11th March 2011.
If you have any queries, please contact us at info@singaporefringe.com
Please read the information attached carefully before submitting your application, and
ensure that all questions have been answered. Applications must be completed in English.
The closing deadline for applications is Friday 11th March 2011.
Successful applicants of the first round of shortlisting will be informed of the programming
decision by 30th June 2011.
Address: M1 Singapore Fringe Festival
278 Marine Parade Road, #B1-02 Marine Parade Community Building
Singapore 449282
Tel: +65 6440 8115
Fax: +65 6440 9002
Email: info@singaporefringe.com
Website: www.singaporefringe.com

3. ANNEX 1
M1 SINGAPORE FRINGE FESTIVAL 2012: ART AND RELIGION
Religion is defined as "the belief in and worship of a god or gods, or a set of beliefs
concerning the origin and purpose of the universe." While there is a common
tendency to associate the notion of religion to religious faiths, institutions and
practices, religion can - and should - go beyond these definitions, to include the
wider notion of faith and beliefs. In short, our firm and fervent belief in anything - from
a religious order, to our culture, to our dietary preferences, to our favourite brand of
clothing - could well be religion to us, depending on the sphere of pertinence these
have (religious, cultural, social, personal).
How we define religion - and how our religions/faiths define us - is part of how we
would construct our world view and react on them. The symbols, rites and rituals we
develop based on our religion affects the external world, and are themselves
define/constrained/morphed according to the limits of this same world.
The Art of Religion
We often consume and approach religion as an institution. And when one consumes
religion, one has the tendency to use it for one's own purpose, which includes
worshipping power. Such an empowered position can lead to arrogance and the
justification to be judgmental. Whilst we live as human beings, we should also
transcend the limitations of the human condition to engage spirituality (which is
also part of being human), to connect with one another (from different faiths)
focusing on compassion and inclusion.
What is the role of art in facilitating a credible inter-faith platform where human
beings can conduct one another in the spirit of compassion and inclusion rather than
end up predictably polarised? Can Art bridge the gaps of religious difference and/or
indifference? Can Art provide that hope so in need in our contemporary times? How
can Art remain relevant and heal burning contemporary concerns?
The Religion of Art
Artists have, for centuries, defended the freedom to question and critique,
immunizing art and advocating its integrity. Yet the notion of respecting differences,
the notion of recognising the "other", may conflict with this freedom of expression. Is
there a way then to question and/or critique without disrespect or does Art (at its
fundamental core) own the right to comment in whatever way it wishes? Is there
such a thing as a fundamentalist approach to the religion of Art?
Art shares many aspects with religion in terms of providing meaning, asking
questions about life, providing opportunities to reflect, connecting people from
different socio-cultural backgrounds, enhancing our spiritual lives. As such, can Art
save? Can Art substitute religion? If so, how?

4. Art & Religion
Religion is not, and should not, be viewed as a staid set of rules and dictates.
Rather, in realising how malleable religion can be - in opening up to various
definitions of religion - perhaps it will engender tolerance, acceptance and promote
negotiation. Art in a similar way strives for this same sort of interaction and
negotiation, to create new worlds, grounds, faiths and understanding.
The M1 Singapore Fringe Festival invites one and all to participate in another
exciting installment as we interrogate and reflect on the explosive
relationships between art and religion. 15 – 23 February 2012. Get involved.
Find out more about the application process and download the application form at
www.singaporefringe.com

5. BASIC INFORMATION
Works Featured At the Fringe Festival
The M1 Singapore Fringe Festival is a curated event stretching over 12 days, and
showcasing cutting-edge, innovative and contemporary works across all genres. Most of the
works that we present are completed productions by artists from all around the world, most
of whom have had experiences staging their shows or exhibitions in their own countries or in
other festivals. Occasionally we may commission artists to develop new works to be
presented at the Festival. We are interested in works-in-progress, particularly because we
see the Fringe Festival as offering a wonderful platform for artists to hone and present
developmental creations, and that they will continue building on their work even after the
presentation at the Fringe Festival.
Selection Process
Each year, there is a stipulated deadline for applications for participation in the Fringe
Festival. Each application is then carefully assessed before we make our final selections for
suitable works for the event. We may consider your proposal for a future year if we are
interested in your work but are not able to programme it for the year you have applied for.
Responsibilities of the M1 Singapore Fringe Festival
We are responsible for:
o Your venue, which is selected based on our understanding of your technical
requirements (i.e. light, sound);
o Your technician(s) for set-up and strike;
o Your scheduling (you will usually be allocated between one to four full-length
performances, with an average of four hours set aside from bumping in and technical
rehearsals prior to the first performance1);
o All promotional and marketing collaterals (i.e. posters, promotional booklets,
programme booklets, website, electronic and print mailers, etc.)
o Accommodation for the period of your performance;
o A token per diem (or meal coupons) during the period of your stay in Singapore;
o An honorarium for your participation.
You are responsible for:
o a well-presented and exciting performance or exhibition;
o your return air tickets to Singapore2;
o any return freight costs incurred for your works to be transported to Singapore;
o any visas or work permits for entry into Singapore;
o any royalties that need to be paid for your performance or exhibition;
o the provision of detailed technical information, which need to be submitted to us
within a month from the date of our acceptance of your proposal;
o the provision of additional media and publicity materials (if required) within a month
from the date of our acceptance of your proposal.
1
Please note that there will be variations to scheduling (i.e. frequency of performances, time for technical set-up
and rehearsal), depending on the length and venue of your performances, genre/form, and availability of space.
2
Exceptions may be made if we are able to obtain funding support from your respective embassies or cultural
institutions. We usually encourage artists to apply to funding bodies such as arts and regional councils in their
home country for traveling grants to festivals.

6. M1 SINGAPORE FRINGE FESTIVAL 2012: ART AND RELIGION
15 – 26 FEBRUARY 2012
Closing deadline for applications is Friday 11 March 2011
APPLICATION FORM I
ARTIST / COMPANY DETAILS
Name of Artist / Company: ____________________________________________________
Company Status (if applicable): ________________________________________________
Address: __________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________
Zip/Postal Code: _______________________ Country: ____________________________
Phone: ___________________ Fax: _________________ Mobile: ____________________
Email: _____________________________ Website: _______________________________
Contact Person: ____________________________________________________________
Role/Position: ______________________________________________________________
PERFORMANCE / EXHIBITION DETAILS
Performance / Exhibition Title: _________________________________________________
(As it would appear in the M1 Singapore Fringe Festival programme and promotional
materials)
Primary discipline: ___________ Author/Playwright (if applicable): ____________________
Language used (if applicable): _______________________________________________

7. Duration of work (in minutes): ___________________ Is there an intermission : Y/N
Has this work been performed/exhibited previously? Y/N
If so, where and when? ___________________________________________________
(Please attach an additional sheet if required.)
Do you have production rights for this work? Y/N
(Please note that we will not knowingly produce a show unless it has the written permission
of the playwright/originator/author. You are required to obtain this written permission from
the playwright/originator/author and pay any obligatory fees for these rights, prior to
performance at the Festival. It is your responsibility to obtain and clear any rights to works
under copyright in advance, and be ready to provide written proof of these rights upon
request. Failure to do so will result in disqualification from participation at the Festival.)
Minimum set-up time required: ____________________________________________
Minimum strike time required: _____________________________________________
Proposed venue/type of venue: ____________________________________________
Can you share a venue? Y/N
Preferred dates of the Festival: ____________________________________________
Size of required acting area (if applicable): ____________________________________
Total number of people required to tour the work (if applicable): _________________
Does your work contain explicit material? If so, please provide a detailed description:
_______________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________
(Please elaborate. Works containing explicit materials will not be discriminated against.
This information will solely be used for the application for licenses.)

8. The following items have been included in the proposal.
 Application Form
 Artistic description of the work
 Description of how the work is related to the theme of Art and Education
 Reason for wanting to participate in M1 Singapore Fringe Festival
 Biographies of artists involved
 Technical specifications, design ideas, stage & lighting plans sketches
 Copy of the script (if applicable)
 DVD/VCD/Video/CD of performance (If it is a new work, please submit
DVD/VCD/Video/CD of previous work)
 Images (in high resolution if electronic copies are submitted)
 Reviews, press cuttings and critiques (with translations in English if applicable)
 Company background and work
 Performances previously staged (both in your home country and abroad)
 Any other supporting documentation
Only applications that are sent by mail will be considered. Please note that all submitted
materials are non-returnable.
Please send your proposal to
M1 Singapore Fringe Festival
Marine Parade Community Building
278 Marine Parade Road, #B1-02
Singapore 449282
All applications should reach the organisers by Friday 11 March 2011
Signed: _______________________ Date: ______________________
Name: ________________________