Rhubarb Festival Performance Commission
Posted in Opportunities
During February Half Term 2027, WX will be celebrating Wakefield’s unique heritage as part of the famous Rhubarb Triangle. Alongside the annual Wakefield Rhubarb Festival, we will be welcoming visitors throughout the half term week.
We are seeking to commission three performances to deliver family-friendly performances during half term and the festival itself.
Whether you are a storyteller, musician, comedian, magician, poet or theatre-maker or group we are interested to hear from you!
Application deadline: Midnight, Sunday 18 October 2026
Event dates:
Dates:
Tuesday 16 February 2027
Wednesday 17 2027
Friday 19 2027
Saturday 20 2027
Sunday 21 2027
Time Slots:
These will be allocated to you should you be successful, therefore at the point of application you should be available for any of the times
11am each day – approx. 30 to 45 minutes OR
1pm each day – approx. 30 to 45 minutes OR
3pm each day – approx. 30 to 45 minutes
Event taking place at: WX Wakefield Exchange, Union Street, Wakefield, WF1 3AD
Fee: A fixed commission fee of £1500 exclusive of VAT is available, including development and delivery. An additional £100 is also available for props as needed. Our usual payment schedule is 50% upfront, with the remainder on delivery – other arrangements can
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