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
SUPPORTING
Artists
Extending the viability of stage productions through sustained performance opportunities.
Technicians
Creating extended work opportunities while fostering mentorship for the next generation of technicians.
Producers
Establishing a sustained circuit of production platforms to enhance the viability and sustainability of new work.
Arts Media
Exploring new and experimental formats for creative discourse while supporting arts media contributors.
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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