Auckland Live Cabaret Festival 2027 Scratch Night

Welcome to the Auckland Live Cabaret Festival Scratch Night!

We’re looking for bold, beautiful, and in-progress ideas. Think cabaret, musical theatre, circus, magic, burlesque, drag, comedy, or something that refuses to sit neatly in a box.

You’ll have 5–8 minutes to test your work in a supportive live setting, taking the stage as part of the wider Auckland Live Cabaret Festival programme.

This form takes 15 minutes to complete. We’re not looking for a perfect pitch, we’re looking for spark.

Important Information

Any ideas or material you submit remain your intellectual property. Auckland Live does not claim any ownership.
This is an Auckland-based event. If selected, you will be responsible for any travel, freight, and accommodation costs associated with attending.
The festival operates on a fast turnaround. If selected, technical equipment availability will be confirmed following discussion of your proposal.
The total Scratch Night event will run for approximately 60 minutes. Each act will be allocated 5–8 minutes.
Selected artists will receive a $200 fee per act (inclusive of rehearsals and performance), plus a Festival Pass.
Artists must be available to attend one run-through prior to the event in July.
Submissions close 11.59pm (NZDT) on Sunday 22 November 2026.

Thank you so much for applying, we look forward to reading your submission!

1) Your Name

First NameLast Name

2) Email

example@example.com

3) Phone Number

Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.

4) Pronouns

5) What are you applying as?

Other

6) In which city do you reside?

7) Title of your piece (even a working title)

8) How would you describe your artform?

9) What stage of development is this work in?

10) In a few sentences, describe the central idea or heartbeat of your work

11) What makes this work urgent, joyful, or necessary right now?

12) How long is our proposed piece?

13) Is there a music component to your act?

Other

14) Will you need any of the following? Tick all that apply

15) What experiences do you want audiences to walk away with?

16) Do you incorporate the following in your work? Tick all that apply

16b) Please provide a brief example

17) Are there any artists in the cabaret world who inspire you or influence your work?

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18) Please include a video link to examples of your previous and/or current work. Ensure the link is accessible (Vimeo, YouTube, or similar platform), and that any required passwords are provided.

19) Is there anything we haven't asked that feels important to share?

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Auckland Live Cabaret Festival 2027 Scratch Night | Expression of Interest

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