International Showcases

About the Open Call

The International Showcases program by HKPAX aims to connect performing arts practitioners and institutions globally, facilitating international collaboration and touring. This opportunity is open to artists and groups specializing in performing arts, including dance, drama, music, xiqu (Chinese Opera), and multi-disciplinary arts. Successful applicants will present one to two full-length performances (45-60 minutes) in Hong Kong between October 9-13, 2026. HKPAX provides basic technical support, promotional assistance, a travel and accommodation allowance of US$10,000, a complimentary exhibition area spot, and two Full Passes to all HKPAX events. Applicants must have previous touring experience (at least two ticketed productions, one toured, within the last five years) and their proposed work must be ready-to-tour or premiere, not a work-in-progress. Applications require submission of two video links (full-length performance/rehearsal and a 3-minute highlight), technical riders, and marketing materials. Works with non-English spoken language must include English subtitles. Applications will be assessed based on artistic merit, creativity, technical feasibility, touring suitability, and audience appeal. The event involves 13 performing venues across Hong Kong, and applicants must specify their preferred venues. For inquiries, contact info@hkpax.org.hk.

What is Offered

One to two performance opportunities in Hong Kong, basic technical support, promotional support from HKPAX, a travel and accommodation allowance of US$10,000, a complimentary spot in the exhibition area, and two Full Passes granting access to HKPAX events from 9 to 13 October 2026.

Requirements

Applicants must be a recognized artist or group specializing in performing arts, have previous touring experience (at least two ticketed productions, with at least one toured, within the past five years: 2020–2025), possess the financial and human resources for international touring, and be available for the entire HKPAX period (9–13 October 2026). The proposed performance must be a performing arts work (dance, drama, multi-disciplinary arts, music, or xiqu), be full-length (45–60 minutes), include English subtitles if not in English, and be a ready-to-tour or ready-to-premiere work (works-in-progress are not accepted). Submission requires a recording of a full-length performance/rehearsal and a 3-minute highlighted video or trailer, along with technical riders.

How to Apply

Applicants must set up an HKPAX account and submit an online application form. The form requires personal information, a detailed project overview (including title, creative concept, synopsis, target audience, creative team, art forms, length, language, and development status), two video links (a full-length performance/rehearsal and a 3-minute highlight), technical riders, and marketing materials. Applicants should also prioritize three suitable venues. English is strongly suggested for the application form. Supplementary documents may be requested during the selection process.