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Open Call for Artists - Arrival Gallery

October 1, 2026

Osaka, Japan

Contest

Arrival Gallery in Osaka, Japan, seeks artists for a curated exhibition. Open to international artists working in various visual disciplines. Selected artists receive exhibition space, exposure, and ongoing visibility. Application deadline is October 1, 2026.
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Playwright Submissions - Scotopia 2027, Mouths of Babes Theatre

October 1, 2026

Wilmington, North Carolina, Online

Contest

Mouths of Babes Theatre in NC seeks bold playwright submissions for Scotopia Festival 2027. Seeking works engaging with social issues, equity, and community. Opportunities for short plays, full-length plays, and self-produced performance proposals. Selected works announced in mid-December. Festival dates: March 12-21. Various venues in Wilmington. See submission form for details. Apply by Oct 1st. Contact literary@mobtheatre.com for questions.
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One-Minute Clarinet Duos Opportunity - Vox Novus

October 1, 2026

New York City, New York United States

Other

Vox Novus seeks one-minute clarinet duos for international performances in 2027. Compose for two B-flat clarinets connecting Tokyo and NYC. Must be one minute long. Online submission with biography and program notes required. Works dedicated to Thomas Piercy. Selected pieces performed in NYC and Asia.
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National Young Composers Challenge - Young Composers Challenge

October 1, 2026

Orlando, FL United States

Other

The National Young Composers Challenge is open to composers ages 13-18 in the US. Winners have their music performed by Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra, cash prizes, and recordings. No fee. Submission deadline: October 1, 2026.
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2027 University of Tennessee Contemporary Music Festival - music submissions

October 3, 2026

Online

Other

The University of Tennessee Contemporary Music Festival is accepting music submissions with performances by various artists. Categories include cello, trumpet, baritone, saxophone quartet, and fixed media works. No submission fee, but a $55 registration fee required. Submissions deadline is October 3rd.
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Visual Artist AIRspace Residency - Abrons Arts Center

October 4, 2026

New York City, New York, United States

Residency

The Visual Artist AIRspace Residency at Abrons Arts Center in New York City supports 3 visual artists over 20 months. Includes studio space, mentorship, honorarium, materials stipend, and professional development opportunities. Requirements include alignment with the center's values, early career status, residency in New York City, and commitment to building community.
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Manager, Well-Being Concerts - Carnegie Hall

October 8, 2026

New York, NY United States

Full-Time Job

Carnegie Hall seeks a Manager for Well-Being Concert series, responsible for concert planning, coordination, budget tracking, partner organization liaison, and training. Requires 4-5 years experience in performing arts, strong communication, organizational skills, event production experience, and fluency in Microsoft Office.
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Artist Residency in Neukölln - LITE-HAUS

October 9, 2026

Berlin, none, Germany

Residency

Artist residency opportunity in Neukölln, Berlin for artists of all ages and stages of their careers. Apply by October 9 on a rolling basis. Residency from October 28 to November 16, with art installation on November 17+18 and exhibition on November 19-21. Costs vary depending on lodging, with non-refundable deposit required upon registration.
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Vice President of HR & Labor Relations - Los Angeles Opera

October 9, 2026

Los Angeles, California, United States

Full-Time Job

The Vice President of Human Resources and Labor Relations at Los Angeles Opera leads all HR functions, oversees labor strategy, and creates a modern HR operation. The role involves working closely with the executive team and the board to ensure success in strategic people initiatives while maintaining fiscal health and long-term vitality. The salary for this position is $250,000 to $275,000 annually. Applicants must have at least ten years of HR and labor relations leadership experience, with specific expertise in union environments and performing arts sectors. The deadline to apply is October 9.
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Printed Matter Publisher Work Grant - Printed Matter

October 9, 2026

Online

Grant

The Printed Matter Publisher Work Grant offers unrestricted funding to independent artists' book publishers. Three grants of $10,000 USD awarded. Application deadline: October 4, 2026.
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