Creative Opportunities
This page is dedicated to sharing creative opportunities both here at Exeter Phoenix and from other creative projects and organisations in the region.
Opportunities at Exeter Phoenix
Callout for stall holders for the Come As You Are Festival art market
Deadline: Wed 31 Jul, 5pm
Come As You Are is a one-day festival, taking place on Sunday 17th November, to celebrate and support the local trans and non-binary community. The day offers a busy programme of free discussions, activities and workshops. Within this year's festival we are running a pop-up art market and craft space, welcoming trans, non-binary and gender-queer creatives to showcase their wares. Stalls would need to be open from 11am to 5pm. Applications can be made by voice note, video or email and should be sent to holly.lawrence@exeterphoenix.org.uk. Please include a line about yourself, a line about your work, and up to three images of your work or a previous stall. Links to websites/social media showing this information are also welcome. There is no charge for the stalls.
Submissions now open for Two Short Nights 2025
Great stories shape who we are, introduce us to people we’ve never met and take us places we never knew existed. From animation to documentary, the world of short film invites you to live multiple lives and celebrate variety. Discover storytelling at its finest.
The 23rd edition of Two Short Nights Film Festival will champion and promote short films and the people who make them. The festival is proud to nurture new and emerging talent through selected screenings, workshops and our famous 48 Hour Film Challenge.
Apply now to be a part of Two Short Nights 2025.
- July 31, 2024 - Regular Deadline
- August 31, 2024 - Late Deadline
- September 30, 2024 - Extended Deadline
Find out more and apply here >>
TAKE PART IN THE DEAD POETS SLAM
Deadline: Mon 14th October.
Ever wanted to see Bukowski, Byron, Plath & Poe going head to head and toe to toe? Well now’s your chance! Six famous poets will rise from the dead, brought to life by six contemporary artists for one night only! They’ll battle it out in a chance to win everlasting life, plus a cash prize of £100. Using a mixture of their own poetry, the work of their alias, and some stuff they make up on the night. Expect punches, pithy remarks and pure fire, in the ultimate graveyard smash.
Want to take part?
To apply, and for the full list of rules, email Spork! On sporkpoetry@gmail.com.
Just let us know:
● Where you’re based
● Who you’d like to play, and why
● A couple of sentences about yourself & any previous experience
The competitors will be announced on Thursday 24th October
Creative Hub
Looking for creative opportunities in the South West? Our Creative Hub publication shares monthly updates on all things creative in Exeter.
Join Our Team Of Volunteer Stewards
None of the day to day activity at Exeter Phoenix could be accomplished without our passionate team of volunteers and staff to make it happen. We’re always looking for new people to get involved.
Exhibiting Opportunities
Gallery333 is a dedicated space to exhibit small, contemporary art installations. It is an intimate ‘window’ gallery space with a secure glass door situated in a busy location within the building. Dimensions are 125cm high x 74cm wide x 36cm deep.
