Short+Sweet

Short+Sweet is the biggest little festival in the world.

Ten-minute stories. Global stages. Real opportunities.

Why Short+Sweet

Short+Sweet began as a bold experiment for playwrights — and grew into the world's largest short‑form festival. Today, we celebrate every format: from dance to cabaret, comedy to film, and beyond. Explore the stories that move you — or create one of your own.

Over 60 cities. Thousands of artists. One 10‑minute story at a time.

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From dance to film, from cabaret to comedy — discover every way you can be part of Short+Sweet.

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