Submit your Group!
The 2012 Gainesville Improv Festival(GIF) presented by jointly by Florida Improv, Inc. (Florida Improv) and Mod 27 Improv (a Palm Beach, FL improv company) is now accepting applications for submission. We will be holding our 6th annual festival Wednesday, February 1, 2012 through Saturday, February 4, 2012 in Gainesville, Florida. The deadline for submissions is November 17, 2011. We invite you to complete the following steps to submit you troupe:

STEP 1

Review Submission Criteria

STEP 2

Pay submission fee:
Regular Submission Fee: $25


STEP 3

Complete Digital Submission Form

SUBMISSION CRITERIA


Who are we looking for?


We are primarily looking for submissions from improvisation and sketch troupes from across the United States. International submissions will also be considered. All facets of improvisation including but not limited to short form, long form, solo, duo, and ensemble based troupes will be considered. Other forms of live entertainment, including stand-up, will not be considered. Preference may be given to college groups and early submissions (September 6, 2011). Top of Page

Submission Details


What do I need to submit?

The following is the minimum required of all submissions for GIF 2012:
  • Video: A 10 minute minimum unedited VHS, DVD, or MPEG video, in front of an audience, depicting the type of show you would expect to perform at GIF.
  • A press kit, with the following information:
    • A Brief Troupe Biography: 1 paragraph max (if selected this information will be posted on our website)
    • A Brief Show Description: 1 paragraph max (if selected this information will be posted on our website)
    • Cast Member List (with email addresses)
    • Group photo (300dpi preferred)
  • Submission Fee: (see below)
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Submission Fees:

Selected troupes will receive one 25 minute performance slot and two Standard Workshops per troupe member. Each workshop will last 2 hrs. Previous workshop instructors have included: Joe Bill, Mark Sutton, Jeff Griggs (IO Chicago), Danny Mora (IO Chicago), Bill Arnett (IO Chicago), Andre Washington (ComedySportz), and Jason Pardo (IO West). Selected troupes will also receive free admission to all shows. Selected troupes are required to pay an additional registration fee. Below is a list of our Submission Fees:
    Super Early Bird Submission (deadline August 23, 2011): FREE*
    Early Submission (deadline September 13, 2011): $10*
    Regular Submission (deadline November 17, 2011): $25*
    Late Submission (after November 17, 2011): $50*
    *A registration fee will also be assessed to all selected troupes see details below.
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Registration Fee:

This year GIF is offering one registration method: 1. STANDARD REGISTRATION If your troupe is selected your members will receive the following: One 25 minute performance Two 2 Hour Standard Workshops on Saturday February 4, 2012. Free guaranteed admission to all performances. FEE: $50/per troupe member The registration fee will only apply to selected troupes. Non-selected troupes will only be responsible for the submission fee. The registration fee will be due upon notification of acceptance. Failure to pay the registration fee within 7 calendar days of notification may cause your troupe�s acceptance to be rescinded. All fees are non-refundable. Preference for weekend and prime time performance slots may be given to troupes which complete all aspects of GIF's registration process first (ie. fees, workshop selection, etc..). Top of Page

Where do we send submissions?

Digital Submissions: Based on the success of our 2010 and 2011 digital submission campaigns we are proud to announce that the 2012's submissions will only be taken digitally. Click below to complete our Digital Submission form: Submit digitally
Mail Submissions: Hard copy submissions are available upon request.
Please Note: Once received all submitted material (Digital or Physical) will become property of Florida Improv and will not be returned. The intellectual content of your submission will remain the property of the submitting entity. Florida Improv retains the right to distribute submitted material internally for the purposes of determining acceptance into GIF. By submitting material you are agreeing to these terms. Top of Page

Deadline for Submission

The Deadline for early submission will be September 13, 2011. All regular submissions must be received by November 17, 2011. Upon receipt of submission material we will notify troupe contacts via email with confirmation. Top of Page

Notification

We will notify all submitting troupes via email regarding their acceptance or rejection by December 1, 2011. Your troupe must confirm acceptance and pay all registration fees within 7 calendar days of receipt of notification. Failure to do so may cause your troupe's acceptance to be rescinded.
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Frequently Asked Questions


What are Standard Workshops?

Standard Workshops are defined as 2-hour workshops which GIF will offer at 11:00AM and 2:00PM on Saturday February 4, 2011. Standard Workshops exclude Special Workshops and Master Workshops.

What are Special or Master Workshops?

Special Workshops and Master Workshops are defined as any workshop other than Standard Workshops. At GIF's discretion we may offer additional "Special Workshops" or "Master Workshops" which may be purchased at an additional cost (to be determined).

What if I am on multiple selected troupes, do I have to pay registration for each troupe?

The short answer is yes. Registration is based on the troupe not the individual. The main purpose for this is to ensure diversity in the festival. As great as you are our audience will become very bored if you are in every show. Also acceptance into the festival has become much more competitive over the years. With each show you are cast in you take away an opportunity of another improviser to perform, learn and participate. Be a good improviser, share the stage. Top of Page

Contact Info

All questions should be directed to info [at] gainesvilleimprov [dot] com or call us at 352-450-9150 Top of Page
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