OUTFest 2017 is searching for local artists for this year's festival. OUTFest will be held August 4-5 this year with the annual Pride Picnic on August 6. OUTFest boasts two stages for entertainment this year. Interested performers are encouraged to contact OUTFest at [email protected] with their artist submissions. Include the following in the email: Name, a short bio, links to a portfolio, soundcloud, mixcloud or video, links to social media, contact information and promo pics. Submissions are due on June 2. Entertainers selected will be notified by June 9. Visit the OUTFest website at http://www.jimtoycenter.org/outfest for more information about the celebration.
Calling All Musicians, Artists, Poets and Entertainers
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