Call for Submissions: 2026 TK Fringe Festival (Theatre Kingston)
Deadline: 20 February 2026 | 6:00 PM
Theatre Kingston has opened applications for the 2026 TK Fringe Festival!
The TK Fringe festival is an annual theatre festival within the Kick & Push festival. While the K&P is a conventional arts festival that uses a jury selection process to chose it's artists, the TK FRINGE is unabashedly a FRINGE FESTIVAL! We do not use a jury process in our selection criteria!
We pride ourselves in being UNJURIED! UNCURATED! UNBORING! We select the shows of the TK FRINGE by lottery!
All performers are welcome to apply, regardless of their professional or amateur status. No restrictions are made as to the nature, style or theme of the performance.
The lottery application is $30 including HST.
What you get if chosen for the TKFRINGE:
- You will have the right to a theatre space, technical equipment, box office services, and general festival publicity without any further charges;
- THEATRE KINGSTON will provide you with a theatre space and a theatre tech to run your lights and sound.
- Every ticket sold will provide $15 to your company if sold full price and $12 to your company if sold as part of the package.
- You will be provided with a minimum of 6 performance opportunities, though usually we provide 8, and a guarantee of at least 50 seats per performance. All companies will be treated equally within the Fringe.
- The TK Fringe will have a poster dedicated to the Fringe, but you may put up your own show specific flyers and posters, which must carry the TK Fringe logo and the Kick and Push Logo.
Call for Submissions: The Coalesce Residency (Modern Fuel)
Deadline: 21 February 2026
The Coalesce Residency is a month-long program designed to engage and challenge creators while fostering meaningful connections within the Katarokwi/Kingston artist community. Artists are randomly paired or grouped into collectives and invited to collaborate on the creation of new work. These pairings function as incubators for innovation—encouraging skill sharing, experimentation, and the growth of professional networks.
Participating artists receive full access to the Modern Fuel ARC space to develop their collaborative projects. While artists are encouraged to bring their own materials, they may also make use of materials available on-site, including the in-house New Media Workspace. Each artist will receive a $100 stipend to use at their discretion. Artists are welcome to work in any medium of their choosing.
Call for Artists: Permanent Outdoor Artwork (Toppling Monuments - Queen's University)
Deadline: 22 February 2026
About the Project
Toppling Monuments is a collaborative research project that aims to explore the impact of Kington’s colonial heritage on the health and wellbeing of Indigenous and racialized minority individuals.
We are looking for an artist or artist group to create a permanent outdoor artwork that will address and/or touch on some our project’s key themes, including belonging, representation, celebration, and restorative healing.
The selected artist or artist group will work with our research project team, comprising Queen’s University faculty members and an Advisory Circle made up of Indigenous and racialized minority community leaders in Kingston, to ensure that their artwork appropriately reflects our research findings.
Eligibility Requirements
Individual artists and artist groups are eligible to apply.
The individual artist—or at least one artist in the artist group—must identify as a member of an Indigenous and/or racialized minority community.
All artists across Canada are encouraged to apply, but preference will be given to those with ties to the City of Kingston or Queen’s University.
Come Play by the Lake One-Act Festival (Domino Theatre)
Deadline: 29 March 2026
The Domino Theatre is seeking submissions from theatre troupes for their one-act theatre festival!
Submissions are accepted from any Troupe who wishes to apply. Submissions must include a summary of the play, an artist statement and three to five pages of the script.
For purposes of this Festival, a one-act play is defined as a minimum playing time of 25 minutes and a maximum of 55 minutes without intermission, including any pre-and/or post-production music. There is no cast number regulation.
Up to seven plays will be selected. Submissions beyond the first seven will be waitlisted, as there is often a cancellation.
What Domino Theatre Provides
- Domino Theatre will provide a blank stage with stage drapes, a speaker system, a basic lighting grid and experts to guide you in their use. The experts will NOT run your show. You must provide your own operators.
- Each Troupe may use up to two lighting specials. These must be identified well in advance of your first rehearsal so the appropriate lights may be hung. Final adjustments must be built into your rehearsal time.
- Each Troupe will be entitled to two rehearsal periods. 1x 1 hour, 1x 2 hours. It is your choice which you use first.
- Domino will provide a panel of three judges to comment on each production and distribute awards. See below for details on the awards.
Awards
There are four awards to be won.
- Best Production Award
- The Festival Judges will determine the recipient.
- The winner of this award MAY become the Domino Theatre production that is entered into The Eastern Ontario Drama League (EODL) One-Act Festival, traditionally held in early November.
- There is no physical trophy for this award.
- Ken Weston Award
- This award is for best original script. In order to be eligible for this award, the play cannot have been produced elsewhere.
- The Festival Judges will determine the recipient.
- The plaque seen in the Domino Lounge will be updated with the winning Troupe’s name.
- The People’s Preference Award
- The People’s Preference Award will honour the favourite play of The Festival, as chosen by the audience.
- Audience members who attend ALL performances during the run of The Festival are permitted to vote for their favourite play.
- Festival Crew are also eligible to vote if they have seen all productions.
- A certificate will be presented to the winning production.
- The Best Coordinated Production Award
- This award will recognize excellence in the people behind the scenes.
- The Festival Stage Manager (FSM) chooses the recipient. The award is to be presented to the Troupe, which FSM feels coordinated their load-in, set-up, and strike with the greatest efficiency and use of human resources, as well as respect for timelines and the house facilities.
- Any Troupe that goes over the time for set up, play length or tear down is disqualified.
Call for Submissions: Annual Juried Exhibition: Mending Ways (Modern Fuel)
Deadline: 1 March 2026
Modern Fuel Artist-Run Centre invites members to submit artworks for this year’s Annual Juried Exhibition, a group show responding to the theme Mending Ways.
Mending is a process through which we repair interpersonal rifts and physical damage. To intentionally repair requires attention, vulnerability, and embodiment. As an act of service, mending can be collaborative and reciprocal. In a world of increasing division, political polarization, and conflict, how do we reconnect with one another to heal? Mending Ways explores how mending practices can be used to repair our relationships, cultures, and societies—and even ourselves. Artists are invited to submit work that considers how we mend, and the effects of mending on ourselves, our connections, and the world we shape together.
We welcome submissions in a wide variety of media, including but not limited to video, sound, painting, photography, textiles, sculpture, written texts, zines, prints, and performance. Essentially, if it can be presented in a gallery setting, it can be submitted for jury consideration. Small-scale site-specific installations and murals are also welcome as submissions to the Annual Juried Exhibition.
The exhibition will run in the Main Gallery from May 16th to July 18th, 2026.
Call for Applications: Organ Scholarship (The Royal Canadian College of Organists)
Deadline: 31 March 2026
The Royal Canadian College of Organists (RCCO) Kingston Centre offers scholarships for pianists of all ages who would like to be introduced to, and develop their playing skills on the pipe organ. Scholarships provide 10 hours of free organ lessons with a qualified instructor.
The application deadline is 31 March, with auditions for qualified applicants in early April.
The RCCO Kingston Centre receives financial support for these scholarships from local individuals and churches, the National RCCO office, and funds raised at special events.
THIRDSPACE Emerging Artist Residency (OCAD University)
Deadline: 2 April 2026
Description
THIRDSPACE is a month-long, in-person summer residency at OCAD University for interdisciplinary emerging artists. The program supports the development of new work through studio access, workshops, mentorship, and peer exchange, culminating in a public exhibition at the OCAD U Graduate Gallery.
The 2026 residency is led by artist and mentor-in-residence Erdem Taşdelen, an internationally recognized artist known for his generous, dialogue-driven approach to mentorship and his ability to support artists at pivotal moments in their practice.
Residency Theme: Staging the Unseen
Artists are invited to explore storytelling beyond convention through text, image, sound, and video. Participants will engage narrative as world-building—challenging dominant stories, revealing hidden perspectives, and opening space for new possibilities.
About the Mentor
Erdem Taşdelen is a Toronto-based artist whose practice explores how narratives are shaped by form through text, image, sound, and installation. His work is grounded in research, curiosity, and close attention to artists’ ideas and processes. He has exhibited widely in Canada and internationally and has extensive experience working with emerging artists through residencies, teaching, and long-term mentorship. Participants can expect thoughtful feedback, open conversation, and practical guidance tailored to their individual practices.
What the Residency Provides
- Dedicated studio access for one month
- Technical and conceptual workshops
- Mentor-led discussions, critiques, and studio visits
- Guest talks, readings, and field trips
- Final public exhibition at OCAD University
Eligibility
- Open to visual artists and designers who are:
- Current undergraduate or graduate students
- Recent graduates
- Early-career artists
- Practicing artists exploring new directions
Applicants may apply through formal education or equivalent experience gained through independent practice, cultural or traditional knowledge, and peer recognition.
Call for Artists: Get Sketchy: An Urban Sketch Carousel (Sumera Khan)
Deadline: Until filled
Get Sketchy: An Urban Sketch Carousel by Sumera Khan is a one-day, ticketed art experience designed to celebrate and promote the vibrant art form of urban sketching in Kingston. The event will take place at Art Noise and welcome up to 64 participants, ages 16 and up, who will rotate through a series of sketching “stations” led by eight professional artists.
Each station will feature a live demonstration, allowing participants to observe different approaches, styles, and techniques in real time. Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions and take home curated goodie bags containing materials that encourage continued practice.
Note: This is a paid opportunity.
Auditions
Audition Notice: Very Heaven (Domino Theatre)
Deadline: 8 March 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM | 10 March 7:00 PM -
Very Heaven is a poignant Canadian show that delves into the complexities of family dynamics, memory, and the process of grieving. Set in a country house in Quebec, the narrative follows three sisters—Harriet, Juliet, and Lee—who reunite at their childhood home to scatter their mother's ashes. As they navigate the tensions of their estranged relationships, long-held secrets emerge, challenging their perceptions of the past and each other. Through sharp dialogue and emotional depth, the play explores themes of loss, reconciliation, and the enduring bonds of sisterhood.
Show Dates: June 4 – 20th, 2026
Characters:
- 3 females (able to play age 35-40 years of age)
- 1 female (able to play 65-70 years of age)
- 1 male (able to play 35-40 years of age, preferably bilingual)
Auditions will be cold readings from the script.
For more information click here.
The Isabel Voices (The Isabel Voices)
Audition requests accepted on an ongoing basis
Join the joyful community of The Isabel Voices, where singers of all backgrounds and talents are embraced! The Isabel Voices has two dynamic ensembles that engage in exciting projects throughout the year, a large ensemble and small ensemble. Auditions take place on an ongoing basis, offering opportunities as spots become available within the ensembles. Join this spirited community of singers and create unforgettable musical moments and forge lasting friendships.
Board & Volunteer Opportunities
Call for Volunteers (Kingston Canadian Film Festival)
Deadline: Until Filled
Do you love movies and meeting new people? Are you interested in contributing to the success of this year’s Festival? We’re looking for friendly, enthusiastic people to join our volunteer team!
Volunteers welcome patrons and industry guests to screenings and events, providing support to KCFF staff to help ensure a fun-filled, action-packed weekend of Canadian film.
Volunteers typically work a few 4-6 hour shifts with the average total commitment being approximately 12-16 hours over the event (Wednesday, February 25-Sunday, March 1, 2026).
We ask that people please be prepared to commit to this level of participation before signing up.
Click here for more information.
Call for Board Members (Kingston Arts Council)
Deadline: Rolling
The Kingston Arts Council (KAC) Board of Directors is seeking passionate, community-minded individuals interested in joining the KAC Board. We are currently seeking applications for both general Director positions and the Executive positions of Chair and Treasurer. With our 2025-2030 Strategic Plan forthcoming and core projects in development — including a major overhaul of the City of Kingston Arts Fund — this is an exciting time to join the KAC team and make a strong impact in our sector!
These are flexible volunteer roles with two-year terms, renewable for a maximum total of six consecutive years. KAC’s Board plays an important role in supporting our mission and vision, offering oversight and strategic direction, and guiding the organization as it grows. Together, we care for KAC’s stability and ensure it continues to serve artists and arts organizations in meaningful ways.
How to Apply
If any of these positions sound like a good fit, please consider submitting an application here.
If you’re curious and want to learn more before applying, you can reach out to Clelia Scala at board@artskingston.ca
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Call for Board Members (Modern Fuel)
Applications accepted on an on-going basis
The Modern Fuel Board of Directors is a working Board. Board members are expected to attend monthly meetings, attend Modern Fuel events, and serve a two-year term. Ideal candidates will help develop and implement strategies that will generate revenue, attract new supporters, expand our community connections, and build the artist-run centre’s profile in the Kingston community and across the country. Directors dedicate 5 - 10 hours of work per month attending meetings, self-guided work, assisting staff, and other tasks as needed. If you are interested in getting involved as a Board Director, feel free to contact us at mfarcbodpres@modernfuel.org.
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Call for Board Members (Orchestra Kingston)
Applications accepted on an on-going basis
Orchestra Kingston invites members of the general public who are interested in music and the arts in general to join our vibrant and active Board of Directors of Kingston's community orchestra. Help us make sweet music. Interested parties should email manager.orchestrakingston@
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Call for Board Members (CARFAC Ontario)
CARFAC Ontario is seeking to connect with artists to join our board and contribute to advancing representation and advocacy on behalf of artists across Ontario. The board of directors is responsible for overseeing the organization’s governance and strategic direction in alignment with our mandate. We invite both CARFAC Ontario members and members of Ontario arts community to nominate an artist, or themselves, to be considered to join our board. This is a volunteer position.
Studio Opportunities
Artist Studio/Workshop for Rent (Nicholas Crombach)
Approx. 900 sq. ft. available located in Kingston. Freshly painted with updated lighting. Open to divide the space with walls to fit your space needs.
Ideal for visual artists, designers, crafts people, or any creative practice. Shared amenities: washroom, studio sink, and kitchenette (shared with artist that occupies the studio downstairs). Plenty of parking available. Outdoor space available for working during the warmer months (or colder months, if you're up for it!)
Rent a third of the space for $430, half for $600 or the whole space for $1100. + HST (Utilities included).
Contact Nicholas at nicholascrombach@gmail.com for more information and to arrange a viewing.