Association of Russian-language theaters (ART)

Dear Friends! Light up your STAR at the "Constellation" International Festival in Washington, D.C.!

We are thrilled to announce that registration for the 8th season of our creative project is now open! If you dream of making a name for yourself, showcasing your talent to an international jury, and finding like-minded friends, this competition is for you. We welcome talented children, adults, and creative groups from all over the world!

Competition Categories:

• Vocal Performance
• Instrumental Performance (including original works by young composers)
• Recitation (prose and poetry)
• Journalism Reporting
• Choreography
• Short-form Theater (up to 20 minutes)
• Short Films & Animation
• Visual Arts (drawing, fine art photography, crafts)

Special Category: "Theater Constellation"!

This year, for full-length theatrical productions, we are introducing two participation formats for the very first time

1. Online (Remote): Professional evaluation of your production via video recording.
2. In-Person: A live performance on the festival stage, followed by an interactive discussion and review with our expert jury panel.

📅 Important Dates & Deadlines:

• Until November 1, 2026 – Application deadline for theatrical groups ("Theater Constellation" category).
• Until January 30, 2027 – Application deadline for all other categories.
• April 2–4, 2027 – The festival will take place in Washington, D.C.

Don't miss your chance to apply and become part of this grand celebration of the arts! Spots for in-person participation are limited.

  We light the stars ourselves!