A Unique Opportunity to Connect with Thousands From Ohio and Beyond!

The 2024 performance application period has started! If your performance application is approved or selected, you will be notified.

Apply with the form below.

A unique opportunity to connect with thousands from Ohio and beyond!

If you’re interested in an opportunity to share your talent and expand your fan base, please complete the application below to be considered for the Ohio Black Expo 2022 during Memorial Day Weekend. We are most interested in performers from Ohio or with an Ohio connection. Space is limited. Apply today with the form below.

  • APPLICATION

    2024 Performer Application

    2024 Performer Application

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    Please enter your social media profile URLs or tags below (i.e. https://www.facebook.com/theohiobe or @theohiobe).

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  • FAQs

  • What are the dates and times of the festival?

    Saturday, May 25, 2024 from 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM and Sunday, May 26, 2024 from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

    Does everyone who applies get to perform?
    Only the groups and artists chosen by our selection committee will be given time to perform.

    When is the cut-off date for applications?
    There is no cut-off date. However, due to space limitations you should apply as soon as possible. If all performance slots are full when you apply, you may be placed on a wait list.

    How much time are artists given to perform?
    Standard performances are a minimum of 5 minutes and a maximum of 10 minutes.

    When will I find out if I have been selected?
    If you have been selected, you will receive notification and access to the Performance Portal within 30 days of your application submission date.

    Why do I have to provide a video link with my application?
    Our selection committee must be able to see you in action in order to consider you as a performer. Your video serves as an online audition.

2024 Performer Application

2024 Performer Application

First
Last
Enter Email
Confirm Email

Maximum file size: 134.22MB

Please attach a .jpg, .png, or .gif image of you or your group. By attaching an image to use as your profile picture you assert that you have rights to use the image and it is not illegal, pornographic or violent in any way.

Social Media Info

Please enter your social media profile URLs or tags below (i.e. https://www.facebook.com/theohiobe or @theohiobe).

Address *
Address
City
State/Province
Zip/Postal
How did you hear about our organization? (check all that apply) *

What are the dates and times of the festival?

Saturday, May 25, 2024 from 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM and Sunday, May 26, 2024 from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

Does everyone who applies get to perform?
Only the groups and artists chosen by our selection committee will be given time to perform.

When is the cut-off date for applications?
There is no cut-off date. However, due to space limitations you should apply as soon as possible. If all performance slots are full when you apply, you may be placed on a wait list.

How much time are artists given to perform?
Standard performances are a minimum of 5 minutes and a maximum of 10 minutes.

When will I find out if I have been selected?
If you have been selected, you will receive notification and access to the Performance Portal within 30 days of your application submission date.

Why do I have to provide a video link with my application?
Our selection committee must be able to see you in action in order to consider you as a performer. Your video serves as an online audition.