The THRESHOLD Program for Emerging Companies has been specifically designed to support and provide infrastructure for new companies, who are embarking on their first full length production. The company’s production will receive a supported season in St Martins Irene Mitchell Studio. The company itself will receive assistance in becoming an incorporated association in order for the company to live beyond its THRESHOLD season.

To be eligible for entry into the THRESHOLD program, you must have a company of at least 3 members with the majority of lead artists under the age of 30. Applications must show that a creative development period for the proposed project has been undertaken by the company. Creative development processes can include; script dramaturgy, work-shopping with actors, rehearsed reading or a previous development season.

In 2010 companies can chose either a two week season in May or July or a one week season during the Melbourne Fringe Festival.

Two week seasons
May 10 – 22 or July 12 – 24

One week seasons for the Melbourne Fringe Festival
Week 1 September 22 – 25
Week 2 September 29 – October 2
Week 3 October 6 – 9

Please note:
Two week seasons are limited to 8 shows only, Wednesday to Saturday.
One week seasons are limited to five shows only, Wednesday to Saturday plus the choice of either Tuesday night preview or Saturday matinee.

Applications for the May and July Two Week Seasons open January 13th 2010, close February 19th 2010, and are announced February 26th 2010.

One week applications for the Melbourne Fringe Festival Seasons open March 29th 2010, close May 7th 2010, and are announced May 14th 2010.

* Closing dates may change once Melbourne Fringe Festival release their registration cut off dates for the 2010 Festival

Potential applicants should head to the St Martins Youth Arts Centre website and download the 2010 Season Kit (find it at http://www.stmartinsyouth.com.au/opportunities/threshold/). Information on application requirements are enclosed. If you have any questions contact Hayley Butcher at hayley@stmartinsyouth.com.au.