FUSE International is a multi-arts international festival held for young people that offers a dynamic programme of music, theatre, dance, comedy, visual arts, spoken word, circus and more. This all takes place in Kingston with our fantastic ACT theatre hosting many performances.

Formerly International Youth Arts Festival (IYAF), FUSE International builds on the past 12 years to bring together the best artists under 27 from all over the world. It provides a platform to promote and celebrate creative talent and connects international and local young people through the arts. Since launching in 2009, it has grown to become the biggest festival of its kind in the UK.

Applications are now open through Eventotron and the festival will return to Kingston from 1–10 July 2022.

FUSE International says: “The artforms FUSE International incorporates are changing all the time. We don’t like to be prescriptive – fundamentally, if you have an idea, we want to hear about it. And whatever it is you bring, you can be assured of a supportive and energetic environment in which to present it.”

For more information about how to take part, please visit FUSE International, or speak to their programming team on This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Application deadline: 9 January 2022