May ART CRUSH Performance Application

The Arts District of Winston-Salem (ADWS) hosts a monthly event on the 3rd Friday of the month (April - December). We call this event: ART CRUSH: plenty of art to love!

ART CRUSH 2022-2024 was a huge success. Over 500 artists shared and sold their work to over 30,000 attendees. A section of downtown is closed off to traffic for an evening that includes art, live performances, and make-it opportunities. We expect attendance to grow considerably as we gain traction and membership.

WHAT ADWS BELIEVES.

Art is a universal language and a source of connection that knows no boundaries. Our mission is to connect with and amplify diverse voices and visions, bringing them together at the heart of our city. Our vision as the Arts District of Winston-Salem is to foster a thriving community that inspires and advocates for creative opportunities. Through arts-centric events, local partnerships, and passionate community building, we simultaneously lift our artistic community, and reinforce and reinvigorate our city’s slogan of “The City of Arts and Innovation.”

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

• Performance Creatives
• Any genre of music is accepted
• In this application we are accepting performers for the center stage and DJ's/buskers for the entrance locations at opposites sides of the street.

SELECTION PROCESS

We choose up to 3 bands or groups for center stage every month and 1 DJ or busker for the surrounding areas for entertainment. Per the application of the month you apply we will notify you if you have been accepted 1 month prior to the event date.

If you we're not chosen do not be discouraged! Please continue to apply to be a part. 

BEFORE YOU SUBMIT

You must respond to all emails sent to you to confirm that you have read them and please ensure that you are available to do the following:

• Load in is at 6 pm

Please communicate the following needs:

• If you need a place to get ready
• Any gear needs

Things to note:

• The performance schedule will be solidified a month prior and will be emailed to you at lease 2 weeks out.
• If you sell merch, you will be solely responsible for collecting payment and sales tax (if applicable). ADWS will NOT take any percentage of your sales.
• Feel free to have a tip jar.
• If chosen, any participant under 18 must be accompanied by a legal guardian.
• Please, NO open fire. 

PAYMENT

The performance budget is set for each event. We pay $100 an hour per person (ex. If you band of 5 people that would be $500). ADWS will pay the performers via Paypal the Monday after ART CRUSH. There is an option below for you to provide us with your paypal email.