Festival Overview

The Orlando Waitlist Theater Festival offers a platform for unselected artists from the Orlando Fringe, as well as local artists, to showcase fresh, new performances that have never been seen before. There is no fee to apply, and no fee for the venue; you keep the ticket sales. The only cost is your time and imagination to be a part of the Festival

Eligibility Criteria

Central Florida artists who are performing a fresh, new, and exciting act. Whether it is a play, a one-man show, music acts or groups, a magic show, and even stage readings.

Application Process

Applications are open December 9, 2025, for eligible artists to submit their work.

01

Submission

Applications will be collected

In this initial step, artists submit their applications for consideration in the Orlando Waitlist Theater Festival.

02

Review

Applications will be evaluated thoroughly

During this phase, submitted applications are carefully reviewed by a panel of experts to ensure that only the most deserving artists are selected for the festival.

03

Process

Artists will be notified

This step involves notifying artists about their application status.

04

Completion

The final step ensures that all artists receive high-quality feedback and support throughout the process.