The CWP Evolution Festival 2026

APPLICATIONS Closed!

Applications are now closed! Thank you to all of the wonderful artists that have applied. We are working hard to review each application with care, and will respond soon!

NEW IN 2026: expanded summer performances!

The 2026 CWP EVOLUTION FESTIVAL will present original works of theater, dance, music, comedy, and interdisciplinary performance by NYC-based artists at venues across Manhattan.

In response to overwhelming demand, CWP's fifth annual Evolution Festival will host 16-20 performances in September 2026, and new this year, an additional 6-10 performances in June 2026!

Participants receive free performance & rehearsal space, marketing & technical support, a guaranteed artist fee, performance photography and archival videography, and more!

2026 CWP Members will receive a complimentary ticket to each performance!

THANKS TO OUR SUPPORTERS

We would like to thank and acknowledge our donors for their generous support of The Evolution Festival and our programming year-round.