Performing Arts Opportunities
The National Cherry Blossom Festival has several key events that showcase performing arts of different genres. The Festival welcomes the interest and participation of performers and performance groups to be a part of the celebration at these venues:
Performance Stage at Sylvan Theater
Every day of the Festival (March 31 – April 15, 2012), artists can perform on the Festival’s primary stage – in the shadow of the Washington Monument. Join recognized and diverse talent from around the region, country, and world, including all genres of music and dance, martial arts, marching bands, and more.
Jefferson Memorial Stage
Set before the steps of the Jefferson Memorial (April 19 – 22, 2012), jazz takes center stage during the latter portion of the 2012 National Cherry Blossom Festival. NOTE: the application will adapt to offer the Jefferson Memorial Stage as a performance venue to jazz-related performers, and cannot be requested individually.
How to Apply
Interested applicants for any and all venues must download and review the 2012 Performing Arts Guidelines (PDF) prior to completing the Performing Arts On-line Application.
National Cherry Blossom Festival Parade®
One of the largest annual spectator events in Washington, the Parade takes place on the final Saturday of the Festival (April 14, 2012) in Downtown DC along historic Constitution Avenue. People line the street for blocks to watch the two-hour, televised procession of original floats, giant character helium balloons, and other fun Parade fanfare. Marching bands, specialty units, youth choir members, and tap dancers are sought to add to the energy-filled spectacle. Click on the following links to download more information and applications.
