Open Calls
Past Opportunities
OPEN LENS
Performance Opportunities
Cape Town, South Africa
OPEN LENS is a recurring live performance series, showcasing artists in all genres of arts and culture.
POETRY AFTER HOURS
Performance Opportunities
Durbanville, South Africa
Back by popular demand - our second Poetry reading event for the year is in the making, and wordsmiths are invited to submit their proposed poems for consideration. The reading takes place on the last viewing day of our current set of exhibitions (Saturday 24 October '26). This will be a daytime event. Aspiring or veteran poets can choose between two themes: 'Being Human', and 'Nothing Lasts, Except This'. More details on the second and third slides of this post. Submissions due before or on 16 October '26 via gallery@rust-en-vrede.com. *Please submit a labelled pdf of your poem with your details, title and the theme you have chosen.* A shortlist of poets will be selected to read/perform their poems on the day. Pl Please note that this is a performance opportunity and not a paid event
Apply by Fri 16 Oct 2026
Open Call: FUTUREVERSITY Classroom
Community & Collaboration
Cape Town, South Africa
OPEN CALL: FUTUREVERSITY CLASSROOM - Cape Town Edition We are launching a Tiny Desk-inspired intimate performance series spotlighting Cape Town's creatives. We are seeking: - Videographers - Editors - Creative Spaces & Hosts This is a no-budget collaboration with credit & exposure across all Fivio Future, Ukukhanya Arts Projekt & FUTUREVERSITY TV platforms, plus professional filmed session with credit and community feature. If you believe in community over competition, we want to build with you. How to apply: Share your portfolio, your role, and a short note on your work. Email: futurefivio@gmail.com Instagram: @fiviofuture Apply by: 28 September - Cape Town
Apply by Mon 28 Sep 2026
Story Vault Submissions
Writing & Publishing
Pretoria, South Africa
Whether you're a seasoned author or just starting out, your voice matters. Remember, every great story starts with a single word—so take that step today. Our team is passionate about discovering diverse narratives that inspire and resonate. Submission details are in our bio. We can't wait to discover what you’ve got!
Apply by Fri 31 Jul 2026
Indima After Hours
Performance Opportunities
Harare, Zimbabwe
Harare has no shortage of talent. We just need more spaces for it. Introducing Indima After Hours: a series of evenings built around creativity, conversation and community. Our first open call is officially live. Whether you sing, play an instrument, write poetry, tell stories, perform comedy or simply have something meaningful to share, we'd love to hear from you. Applications are now open and will close on the 10th of July. See you after hours.
Apply by Fri 10 Jul 2026
Mr The Gr8
Funding & Grants
Harare Western Suburbs, Zimbabwe
For better recording equipment and a brighter future worth funding
Apply by Sun 14 Jun 2026
Pageantry auditions
Casting & Crew Calls
Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
Model auditions for the upcoming Mr & Miss Panthers in Bulawayo. They’re happening om the 13th of June at Geddes building, Cnr 6ave and G Silundika Street. Models of all age groups both male and female. Registration fee of $10. You can register on 0713 650 104 or 078 965 3961
Apply by Sat 13 Jun 2026
Youthful African Power: A Creative Open Call
Casting & Crew Calls
Harare, Zimbabwe
I’m inviting photographers, poets, textile artists, writers, and visual thinkers who are committed to work that carries meaning, not just aesthetics. This is for those who create from lived experience, culture, emotion, and truth. Work that doesn’t just exist online, but lingers in memory. If your craft speaks before you explain it, you’re already aligned. Let’s build, share, and document something real, now or when the timing aligns.
Apply by Sat 13 Jun 2026
NoHeeps Posse Aug 8th
Performance Opportunities
Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
🚨 CALLING ALL ARTISTS 🚨 Think you’ve got what it takes to rock the NoHeeps Posse Show? We’re now accepting artist submissions. Send your EPK to 073 510 1892 before June 6 for a chance to perform. 🔥Hip-hop • Alternative • Creative Energy 📩 Submissions close: 6 June NOHEEPS POSSE SHOW Come prove your sound.
Apply by Sat 6 Jun 2026
#WriteToRecord - Songwriting Competition
Awards & Prizes
City of London, United Kingdom
Write to Record is a UK-wide writing competition, created to bring out the creativity in each and every entrant. The competition is open to anyone aged 15 and over residing in the UK. Entrants aged 15–17 must provide parental or guardian consent to participate. Record a video between 30 seconds and 2 minutes of yourself performing an original verse, hook or poem. Your piece must be entirely your own original work and can be performed over an accompanying instrumental if you wish. Post your video publicly, tag Creative Culture, use the hashtag #WriteToRecord and complete the official registration form via the link in our bio at @creatveculture. Full details can be found on the pinned post on our Instagram page’
Apply by Mon 25 May 2026
