Southern Circuit: Call for Screening Partners
Forecasted
South Arts' Southern Circuit Tour enables organizations to host six independent film screenings with filmmaker Q&As, promoting community engagement and dialogue around film and social issues.
Funder: South Arts
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027: Screening Partner application deadline (projected) | April 2027: Return signed MOU / contract deadline (projected) | July 2027: Participation fee payment deadline (projected)
Funding Amounts: Participation fee: $5,500 (covers six film screenings, filmmaker honoraria, and program support).
Summary: Supports nonprofit, educational, and governmental organizations in the Southern US to host a six-film tour with visiting independent filmmakers and community discussions.
Description
This opportunity enables organizations to become Screening Partners for the Southern Circuit Tour of Independent Filmmakers, the South’s only touring film program. Screening Partners host six in-person screenings throughout the season, each accompanied by post-film Q&As with visiting filmmakers. The program is designed to foster community engagement, connect audiences with filmmakers, and spark dialogue around independent film and social issues. South Arts manages the film selection, provides promotional materials, coordinates filmmaker travel and honoraria, and offers ongoing support throughout the tour.
