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Performer Application — INIT 2026

Section 1 — Before You Apply

INIT is a music and arts festival on a 67-acre property on Mt. Tuam, Salt Spring Island — old-growth forest, open sky, epic views over Cowichan Bay. The stages and spaces here are intimate by design.

We're looking for movement artists, aerialists, dancers, and live performers who want to bring their work to a community that's genuinely paying attention. In 2026 we offer a general admission ticket in exchange for your contribution. If you're in — we'd love to see what you do.


→ Questions about the festival? FAQ

Compensation at a Glance

What you contribute
Performance contribution of 30–60 minutes across the festival.
What you receive
1 general admission ticket + 1 guest pass
In exceptional cases, compensation may be discussed with the Festival Director — this is not the norm and is not advertised.

Section 2 — Commitment Agreement

I understand that performer compensation in 2026 is a general admission ticket and I am not expecting monetary payment

I understand that performer compensation in 2026 is a general admission ticket and I am not expecting monetary payment

I am available for the dates I indicate in this application

I am available for the dates I indicate in this application

I will follow through on my confirmed performance commitment

I will follow through on my confirmed performance commitment

I understand that everyone on site — crew, contributors, and attendees — is expected to purchase a parking pass in advance. [→ Read about our parking initiative and the Elsewhere Springs Land Development Fund]

I understand that everyone on site — crew, contributors, and attendees — is expected to purchase a parking pass in advance. [→ Read about our parking initiative and the Elsewhere Springs Land Development Fund]

Section 3 — Basic Info

Full Name

Stage Name

Email Address

Phone Number

City / Region

Performance Photo

Clear face, no filters/masks/sunglasses. Max 5MB. Internal use only.

Portrait Photo

a headshot. Max 5MB.

Instagram Profile URL

e.g. https://www.instagram.com/yourhandle

Website or Portfolio

How did you hear about INIT?

Section 4 — Your Contribution

What kind of performance do you offer?

What kind of performance do you offer?

Describe your performance style and work

Link to video or performance footage

any platform (YouTube, Vimeo, Instagram, Google Drive)

What is the ideal setting or space for your performance?

What format best describes your performance?

What format best describes your performance?

How much time do you need for your performance?

How much time do you need for your performance?
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Do you perform solo or with others?

Do you perform solo or with others?

What tempo of music do you prefer to work with?

What tempo of music do you prefer to work with?

Do you require any technical support or equipment?

Have you performed at a festival before?

Have you performed at a festival before?
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B

If yes — where and what was the context?

Section 5 — Availability

Which festival days are you available to perform?

Which festival days are you available to perform?

Would you be open to performing more than once?

Would you be open to performing more than once?
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Do you need to arrive early for setup or rehearsal?

Do you need to arrive early for setup or rehearsal?
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C

Section 6 — Intent

Why do you want to perform at INIT?

Section 7 — Logistics

Meal preference

Allergies or dietary restrictions

Allergies or dietary restrictions

Any medical conditions or physical requirements we should know about?

Section 8 — Emergency Contact

Emergency Contact Full Name

Emergency Contact Phone

Relationship

Section 9 — Final Confirmation

I confirm the information I've provided is accurate and I am committed to following through if invited to perform at INIT 2026.

I confirm the information I've provided is accurate and I am committed to following through if invited to perform at INIT 2026.