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EMERGING and established performing artists from the Limestone Coast will have the opportunity to test new projects and works on stage as part of Test Fest, a new performing arts scratch night coming to the Sir Robert Helpmann Theatre stage on August 8.<\/p>\n

Test Fest is a first of its kind project produced by local drag king Kyra Sykes (Loveit Murray) with support from Country Arts SA\u2019s the Sir Robert Helpmann Theatre.<\/p>\n

The event is now open for expressions of interest where artists both established and emerging are encouraged to submit their unique act to be considered for the showcase.<\/p>\n

All performing art practices are welcome including; dance, music, poetry, theatre, speech, drama, drag, cabaret and more.<\/p>\n

Test Fest is part of the theatre\u2019s Local and Live initiative which encourages events hosted by and featuring Limestone Coast based talent.<\/p>\n

Producer and performer Kyra Sykes (they\/them) said the idea for Test Fest was brought to life during a Country Arts SA performing arts residency program in late 2023.<\/p>\n

\u201cI was fortunate to workshop multiple ideas at the regional artists residency on Barngarla Country at Thuruna in the presence of some wonderful mentors and fellow artists, Sykes said.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt was there I had multiple conversations about the need for a place to start as a performer in a regional community and also a space for established performers to trial new ideas or projects.<\/p>\n

\u201cI think it is really important to support the performers in our community and encourage getting on stage with a welcoming platform such as this.\u201d<\/p>\n

Kyra encourages all artists to submit an expression of interest and bring something new to the stage in the presence of a supportive audience excited about local talent.<\/p>\n

Expressions of interest are now open and links to the form can be found on the Loveit Murray – Drag King Facebook page (pictured – PHOTO COURTESY OF TIM ROSENTHAL).<\/p>\n

Test Fest will be held at 7pm, August 8 at the Sir Robert Helpmann Theatre with tickets available for purchase at countryarts.org.au<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

EMERGING and established performing artists from the Limestone Coast will have the opportunity to test new projects and works on stage as part of Test Fest, a new performing arts scratch night coming to the Sir Robert Helpmann Theatre stage on August 8. Test Fest is a first of its kind project produced by local […]<\/p>\n

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