Welcome to the

FESTIVAL ENTERPRISE CATALYST

Welcome to the

FESTIVAL ENTERPRISE CATALYST

Welcome to the

FESTIVAL ENTERPRISE CATALYST

Welcome to the

FESTIVAL ENTERPRISE CATALYST

Igniting Creativity, Driving Festival Economies

A groundbreaking partnership between South Africa’s top arts festivals, and its leading music mobility fund, the Festival Enterprise Catalyst (FEC) empowers artists and fosters collaboration in the creative industry. Backed by the Jobs Fund, this joint initiative by major festivals and arts organisations supports, presents, and tours performance works nationwide, strengthening creative enterprises
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SUPPORTING

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Artists

Extending the viability of stage productions through sustained performance opportunities.

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Technicians

Creating extended work opportunities while fostering mentorship for the next generation of technicians.

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Producers

Establishing a sustained circuit of production platforms to enhance the viability and sustainability of new work.

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Arts Media

Exploring new and experimental formats for creative discourse while supporting arts media contributors.

Supported Projects

Delivered as part of the Festival Enterprise Catalyst, this workshop series supported creatives in strengthening their entrepreneurial skills by introducing crowdfunding.

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Training

The FEC hosts training sessions and workshops designed to develop the knowledge and skills of artists and arts practitioners.

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Music and Theatre

The FEC supports South African theatre and performing arts productions through a collaborative artistic committee. Works eligible for FEC support are drawn from those selected by the artistic committees of individual festivals. Concerts SA issues multiple calls for applications throughout the year.

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How we work

Creative Works for Consideration

The FEC supports South African theatre and performing arts productions through a collaborative artistic committee. Works eligible for FEC support are drawn from those selected by the artistic committees of individual festivals. Concerts SA issues multiple calls for applications throughout the year.

FEC’s Progress and Upcoming Initiatives

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