Festival Host Application

ICTA is taking applications for host site for Festival 2021, which will be held on EITHER March 18-21, 2021 OR March 25-28, 2021. Be sure to indicate in your application which dates you are applying to host. All applications are due before January 1, 2020.

Please note: The host site will provide space and volunteer support for Festival functions. The ICTA Board will plan, coordinate, and deliver Festival activities, including securing Adjudicators and working with competing theatres. All publicity, communication, and registration will be handled by ICTA. Host facility will be reimbursed for pre-approved expenses incurred by the host theater, such as snacks, any meals included, and Awards Gala refreshments.

The ICTA Events committee will select a site and an alternate site. Final decision will be made by the ICTA Board of Directors and host site will be notified before March 1, 2020.
Questions about this application and Festival 2021 can be addressed to the ICTA Events Chair, Cheryl Clark, at events@iowatheatres.org

Select your theatre: (required)

Your Name (required)

Your Email (required)

Your Phone Number (required)

Select the dates your theatre could host Festival 2021:
March 18-21, 2021March 25-28, 2021

Describe the facilities you have available to use for Festival.
Include information on space for:
-10’x10’ storage space for competing theatre’s set (preferably space for 2-3 shows at a time)
-adequate stage and auditorium space for competing theatre’s performances
-workshops (how many con-current sessions with how many attending each)
-Annual Meeting (meeting space for 50-60 people)
-Awards Gala (up to 120 people, can be off site. If off site, is there are rental fee?)
-Possible on-site meal service (onsite seating for how many? Food prepare onsite or brought in)

Are all above spaces accessible to those with disabilities?
YesNo
If no, indicate which ones are not accessible:

Describe lodging available in your community. How many hotel/motel rooms do you have nearby? Are there any alternate lodging facilities for small groups? (camps/cabins, bed & breakfasts) Will there be any discounts available for lodging to ICTA members?

How many restaurants do you have nearby to accommodate participants? How many within 1 mile of the venue? (Is there a range of prices, some accommodations for food allergies/special diets)

Describe volunteer support you have for hosting the duration of Festival? (Will there be people to help set up/cleanup, lock/unlock building, guide, usher, assist with tech, etc. if needed)

Do you have the support of your city government, convention/visitors' bureau, Chamber of Commerce? Will there be any discounts available for lodging to ICTA members?

Describe any points of interest in your community/area (historical sites, shopping)

Thank you for your interest in hosting Festival 2021. If you have any questions, please contact Cheryl Clark, ICTA Events Chairperson, at events@iowatheatres.org.