Call For Illuminate Poets

Application Deadline: May 19, 2024 at 11:59 p.m.

We are searching for writers and poets to delight and entertain listeners at the 7th Annual Illuminate on July 6th, 2024.

An enchanting evening of youth artwork, Illuminate features poets, writers, photographers, musicians and visual art spread throughout the trails along the river behind St. Albert Place. Amplify then invites all residents to stroll through the park, discovering the talents of our young, local artists.

This event is open to St. Albert and area poets and writers (Edmonton, Sturgeon County, Spruce Grove, etc.) Grade 7 to age 21. Artists can share a poem, short story or personal essay. However, works must be no longer than five minutes when recited. Space is limited and scheduling will be made on a first-come, first-serve basis so apply early! Scheduling will be sent to successfull applicants in early June.

Apply here to join us!

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Please note the following: 1) This personal information is being collected under the authority of Section 33 (c) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, R.S.A., 2000 and will be used to process your inquiry. It will be treated in accordance with the privacy protection provisions of Part 2 of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. If you have any questions about the collection, contact the FOIP Coordinator at 780-418-6663. 2) The City does not respond to anonymous enquiries/submissions, malicious submissions, or submissions containing inappropriate or profane language; those received will be discarded by staff.

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Call for Writers - Application Form

First Name

Last Name

Cell Phone

Please indicate your age

13 to 15 years of age
16 to 18 years of age
19 to 21 years of age

What kind of writing will you be presenting?

(Poetry, short story, atmospheric scene, essay, etc.)

Roughly how long will it take for you to read the piece?

We ask that all pieces being presented take no longer then 5 minutes to read. Feel free to read excerpts from longer works.

Please give us a short 200-word bio, written in the third person, about yourself.

Tell us how you got into writing and why you are passionate about writing. If this is your first time sharing your work, let us know that too.

Questions

If you have questions, please contact Kathleen Bell, Community Cultural Coordinator at 780-905-1152 or kbell@stalbert.ca

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Last edited: April 24, 2024

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