Submissions | Bute Street Festival

Welcome to Bute Street's submissions page.

For 2023 we are looking for the next Short Films, Art Pieces and Music Videos to be curated together in a celebration of Art, Music and Film.

Final Submission date: January 31st, 2023

Before submitting please read our Rules and our Terms & Condition.

Don't worry they are not too restrictive they have just been put in place to make sure that there is fair competition and clear understanding.

MUSIC VIDEO

This spring we want to know about the local and national talents that are shaping the music scene.

If you feel like your artistry is ready for recognition head on over to our Film Freeway page and submit your music video today!

Film Freeway

SHORT FILMS

Our ambition is to get more people watching independent cinema.

This summer we will be showcasing the best local and international filmmakers.

If you would like to submit your film please follow the link to our FilmFreeway Page

Film Freeway

Art Exhibtion

We are very passionate about artistic expression, and we are always on the lookout for immersive pieces.

If you would like to submit your pieces please head over to our FilmFreeway page

Please include:

- Images of your piece.

- Measurements.

- A short contextualisation of your work.

SCRIPTS

We will be selecting the best five (5) scripts to get read by a notable script editor to then have an in person edit and workshop session. Followed by a one on one session with representatives from the BFI Network on how best to prepare their project for the only funding round this year.

Film Freeway

BUTE STREET

AWARDS

Feel the weight of taking home a Bute Street Festival award.

Annually Bute Street Arts Festival award a mix of filmmakers, musicians and artists for their contribution to the creative scene.

AWARD CATEGORIES:

- Best Short Film Award

- Break Through Film Award

- Justin John Doherty Award

- Best Artist Award

- Best Music Video Award

- Festival Directors Pick

To keep this a participatory experience for everyone at the festival the audience can vote for their favourite Film, Art and Music via our digital voting platform up until the final hour.

Check out our:

WALL OF FAME