Manifest FAQ, UPDATED!

Manifest FAQ:

-- When/Where/What time is Manifest?

Manifest takes place on our South Loop Campus from 11am - 10pm on Friday, May 16th, 2008

-- How much does it cost? Do I need tickets?

Manifest is totally FREE and open to the public. The only event that requires tickets (which are also free) is the mainstage concert in Grant Park featuring local musicians Ok Go. Visit our website for more details on how to obtain tickets.

-- I have more questions about Ok go tickets.

Please email the Ok go ticket office at okgomanifest@gmail.com or call 312-344-6995

-- Where can I find a festival map and schedule of events?

You can download our festival map on our website here, or visit our tour center at 600 S. Michigan and pick up a paper copy. In addition all maps/schedule of events will be distributed at every Manifest location on the day of the event- just look for Team Manifest in yellow t-shirts and 'ask me' buttons!

-- I am in need of an ASL interpreter for Manifest events- what should I do?

Please contact Shelly Engstrom-Kestel at 312-344-8295 or email her at sengstromkestel@colum.edu

-- I am interested in riding the FREE Manifest trolley to the various events, when/where is it running?

The Manifest trolley will make a continuous loop to all of our events from 11AM- 7PM. Please visit our website for the complete trolley stop info.

-- I would like to buy student artwork at Manifest, how do I do this?

Please ask a gallery attendant or visit the 'Manic Annex' booth in the lobby of 623 S. Wabash for more info.

-- What is Spectacle Fortuna and how can I join/watch?

Spectacle Fortuna is the Manifest sidewalk procession that kicks off at 6:45PM at the parking lot on the corner of Wabash and Balbo. Everyone is encouraged to join and those wishing a seat can sit in the grandstands located North of the sculpture garden at 11th and Wabash on a first come first served basis. The Parade will wind around the campus and end in Grant Park. For complete map and more info please visit our website.

-- I have an emergency and need to speak to someone on Team Manifest.

If your emergency involves and injury or altercation, please report to a uniformed security officer at all our sites or in our buildings- or, call 911 if appropriate. If your emergency is related to your showcase/performance/exhibition and needs attention from someone on Team Manifest, please call 312-344-6789 and the festival organizers can be radioed to immediately.

-- I am a volunteer, where do I report?

All volunteers should check in at the Manifest Basecamp, located in the Hokin Annex at 623 S. Wabash on the first floor.

-- I am a performer, where do I report?

All TICTOC performers should check in at the Manifest Basecamp, located in the Hokin Annex at 623 S. Wabash on the first floor. All student musical or performing acts should report directly to the stages they are performing on.

-- What happens if it rains?

It couldn't possibly rain. Or snow. Er, ahem. Manifest events will continue rain or shine, unless it is deemed dangerous by the school administration and/or Chicago Police Department.

-- I am a prospective student and would like a tour- where do I go?

Anyone interested in touring the campus should stop by our tour center located at 600 S. Michigan

-- I am a vendor/performer/staff member and need to speak with Team Manifest immediately!

Please call the Manifest hotline at 312-344-6789 and an operator can contact festival organizers via radio immediately.

-- When and where is the Artwalk & Sale?

The Artwalk stretches all over campus. The sites are listed in the brochure and can be located on the map. The exhibitions are open all day, and the receptions are from 5-7pm. The trolley stops at each venue. Much of the work in the galleries is for sale and can be purchased on site!