Calling all local creatives—especially gallery artists, musicians, and dancers!

The Harvard Ed Portal has several paid opportunities for this coming year. Submit an application or spread the word. All opportunities are open to Boston-area artists of any experience level, however priority is given to artists who live or work in Allston-Brighton or Cambridge.

Artists – Crossings Gallery

Seeking local artists for gallery exhibitions with an optional community program (Fall 2026- 2027) at 224 Western Ave in Allston, MA. Applicants are encouraged to propose exhibitions that engage, inspire, and educate the Allston-Brighton community—including people of diverse backgrounds. All mediums welcome, especially fiber, jewelry, metal smithing, glass, video media, drawing or painting. Themes of interest include (but are not limited to): works that spark dialogue about contemporary issues.

Submission Deadline: Thursday, March 26 at 11:59pm ET  Link here to application

Performers – Concerts in the Common

Concerts in the Common is hiring family friendly musical, dance, or other stage performers to perform 30-90 minute outdoor shows on select Wednesday afternoons June-October at the Brighton Farmers Market. This free series presents eclectic live performances and can include acoustic or amplified music, dance, storytelling and/or educational entertainment. They are actively seeking a wide array of genres and performance styles, from Children’s music to hip hop, folk to salsa, funk or mariachi!

Application Deadline: Thursday, March 26 at 11:59pm ET Link here to application