On December 31st, dozens of buildings, churches and storefronts across Santa Barbara will become stages for musicians, actors, dancers and artists. From De La Guerra Plaza to the Historic Presidio Chapel, the Arlington Theater to the Public Library, downtown Santa Barbara will be transformed into a spectacle of light, sound and revelry. At dusk, participants will have access to a magical mix of outdoor concerts, specially commissioned art installations, gallery tours, musical programs, street corner musicians, staged theater productions, multimedia displays, dances and street performers. This innovative, diverse and high-quality New Year's Eve program offers children, teens and adults a shared cultural experience that is both accessible and affordable.
Programming is sought in the areas of fine art, multi-media, dance, theater, music and stage.
Limited funding for honorariums and project fees are available. Building upon the success of last year's sell-out celebration, the 2002 theme is, once again, The Santa Barbara Family. To be considered for inclusion, please submit a one-page proposal that includes a project description plus a summary of your logistical needs and costs.