The CWP Evolution Festival 2026

APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN THROUGH March 31 at 11:59pm!

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.