Over the weekend of May 16-17, a unique, inter-jurisdictional performing arts festival will take place along every segment of the border that separates the cities of Detroit and Hamtramck, as well as the sliver of border that separates Highland Park and Hamtramck. The event is called the Porous Borders Festival and is being curated by Detroit dance ensemble The Hinterlands, who are currently accepting proposals for art installations and happenings that will take place along the border during the festival.
According to a press release, The Hinterlands is seeking "creative pieces and projects that a) reflect and engage the diverse experiences of those living along the HAM/DET border, b) address the geographic reality of the HAM/DET border, and c) examine the nature of borders themselves…Each piece should be created for a specific part of the border."
The curators are open-minded when it comes to the type of proposals they will accept, saying, "It does not need to be an installation, but could be a walking tour, a performance, a party, a dinner, an automobile ballet, a story share – we’re excited to hear your ideas!"
Applicants must submit a one-page description of their project that includes:
– What the project will be
– Which segment of the border it is designed for
– How the project relates to that segment
– The duration of the project (i.e. one day, two hours, the whole festival, etc.)
– A basic materials budget
– Optional: short CV or bio
These materials can be sent digitally to
[email protected] or by mail to Porous Borders Festival, 3346 Lawley St, Detroit, MI 48212
Applications are due Jan. 31.
For more information, visit
http://thehinterlandsensemble.org/project/porous-borders-festival/
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