Open call: 2026 Harare International Fringe Festival

Formerly known as the One Hander International Theatre Festival (OHIT), the festival is inviting theatre artists, from various disciplines including music, from Zimbabwe and abroad to submit original productions for consideration. The 2026 edition will be staged under the theme Dream, Dare, Inspire and will coincide with the start of spring in the capital.

According to the curatorial framework, the festival is seeking diverse and inclusive theatrical works that reflect originality and encourage creative risk-taking. Submissions are open to theatre practitioners worldwide, with a focus on projects that align with the festival’s thematic emphasis.

Artists are required to submit a project description of no more than 300 words, along with technical and equipment requirements, a company profile, artist biographies and any supporting material such as images or video recordings.

Selected artists will receive limited support from the festival, including accommodation, breakfast meals during the festival period and airport transfers. Local transport for non-festival activities will not be provided.

Applications will be assessed based on artistic merit, originality, technical feasibility and relevance to the festival theme.

Submissions and enquiries should be directed to festival@patsime.org.zw before 31 March.

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