Open calls: performance
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ResidencyCyprus | IETM Global Connect Programme 2027IETMIETM invites 10 performing‑arts professionals worldwide to join its Global Connect Fellowship, offering free membership, online networking, and funding to attend a plenary meeting in Cyprus.ResidencyFront Studio Residency Showing – Gabriella ImrichovaTemperance Hall Association Inc.A collaborative performance work created and performed by Indonesian and diaspora dance artists Juliet Widyasari Burnett and Ishvara Devati, with a music score by Indonesian feminist noise duo Metatesis.ResidencyLa malterieLa malterieLa Malterie is a non‑profit artist resource centre in Lille offering studio space and a residency programme for visual artists and performers focused on artistic research, professionalisation and experimentation.Residency2025 Zaratan AIR Residency ProgramZaratanZaratan AIR is a multidisciplinary artist‑in‑residence programme in Lisbon offering private accommodation, a 24/7 studio, technical assistance and professional development for emerging and professional visual, performing, sound artists, curators and writers.ResidencyCall for artists- 2026 Land Art Residency applications now openThe Verdancy ProjectHave you ever dreamed of creating art with nature, not just about it? Our Land Art Residency invites artists, writers, and performers to collaborate with the living landscape over a 3-month period.ResidencyNewJames Ray Residency and Touring Project for Contemporary Dance Artists / Calls & SubmissionsSeattle International Dance FestivalThe James Ray Residency and Touring Project invites Seattle‑area contemporary dance artists to apply for a comprehensive residency program that includes financial support, touring development, rehearsal space, business consulting, and a fully‑produced performance at the Seattle International Dance Festival in June 2027.JobHead of Creative ArtsStrauss Preparatory School AbujaHead of Creative Arts – a full‑time leadership role at Strauss Preparatory School Abuja, responsible for artistic vision, curriculum development, and staff management across music, drama, visual arts, and technology.GrantFinancial Assistance for Building Grants including Studio TheatresGovernment of India Ministry of CultureThe objective of the Scheme is to support voluntary cultural organizations and government-aided cultural organizations in their efforts to create appropriately equipped training, rehearsal and performance spaces for artistes.OtherSubmit Your Work – Dixon PlaceDixon PlaceDixon Place invites curators and producers to submit proposals for its ongoing programs, including Fast Forward and 8 in Show, featuring original work in theater, dance, puppetry, hybrid performance, and visual art.OtherNewEmpanelment of Artists/Groups – ICCRIndian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR)ICCR invites Indian performing artists and groups aged 18 and above to apply for empanelment, enabling them to represent India's cultural heritage abroad.ResidencyPASSAGE Project: Slovakia 2026Dramatic Adventure TheatreThe PASSAGE Project is an immersive three‑week artistic residency in Slovakia, open to artists of any discipline, offering travel, workshops, mentorship and a final performance.GrantNational Creation FundNational Arts CentreThe National Arts Centre’s National Creation Fund makes investments of up to 2 million dollars a year in the development of 9 to 11 compelling new creations in the performing arts.GrantFollow Fluxus - Scholarship 2026/27Nassauischer Kunstverein WiesbadenThe Follow Fluxus Scholarship 2026/27 offers a €10,000 grant and a three‑month residency in Wiesbaden for international and national visual and performing artists.ResidencyOpen Call: Exchange a Quebec / Écart + Centre ClarkHomesessionHomesession (Barcelona, Espanya), L’Écart (Rouyn-Noranda, Quebec) i el Centre d’art et de diffusion CLARK (Montreal, Quebec) s’han unit per desenvolupar un programa de residències creuades. Enguany, la col·laboració se centrarà específicament en la pràctica de la performance.GrantRauschenberg Dancer Emergency GrantsNew York Foundation for the Arts (NYFA)The Rauschenberg Dancer Emergency Grants program provides one-time grants of up to $3,000 to professional dancers facing dire financial emergencies, due to the loss or lack of recent/current live performance work, because of circumstances outside of their control.Grant2026 Grants and Funding OpportunitiesSeattle Office of Arts & CultureA list of grant opportunities for artists and arts organizations in Seattle for 2026, including funding up to $12,000 and performance opportunities.GrantTravel AssistanceSOCAN FoundationTravel Assistance Grants are provided to SOCAN composers, writers, and music publishers across all genres of music to assist with travel-related costs for career-building or career-defining activities in Canada or abroad.ResidencyKAGANHOTEL Artist-in-ResidenceKAGANHOTELA residency program in Kyoto offering studio space, accommodation, and support for artists across visual, performing, and media arts.GrantQueens Arts Fund: Arts Access GrantQueens Arts FundApplication opens Winter 2026 For [Ages 18+](https://www.nyfa.org/grant-for/ages-18/) [Project Grant](https://www.nyfa.org/grant-for/project-grant/) [US Resident](https://www.nyfa.org/grant-for/us-resident/) [Women](https://www.nyfa.org/grant-for/women/) Disciplines [Community Arts](https://www.nyfa.org/grant-discipline/community-arts/) [Interdisciplinary Work](https://www.nyfa.org/grant-discipline/interdisciplinary-work/) [Literary Arts](https://www.nyfa.org/grant-discipline/literary-arts/) [Performing Arts](https://www.nyfa.org/grant-discipline/performing-arts/) [Visual Arts](https://www.nyfa.org/grant-discipline/visual-arts/)ResidencyThird Open Call for 2026 Production ResidencyProyecto AceA 4‑week production and exploration residency for professional and emerging artists in visual arts, sound, and performance media, open to all nationalities.GrantKooperativa x FAI mobility programme: Immerse yourself in the South-Eastern European arts sectorFlanders Arts InstituteA mobility grant for Flemish visual, performing, music and sound artists to shadow South‑Eastern European arts organisations for 3‑5 days.CompetitionIII edizione del concorso nazionale “Velletri residenza d’artista”Fondazione di Partecipazione Arte e Cultura Città di VelletriConcorso nazionale di recitazione “Velletri residenza d’artista” rivolto ad attori non professionisti di 18 anni e oltre, con performance di monologhi o dialoghi di massimo 5/8 minuti.JobFund for the Arts Event Artist ApplicationFund for the ArtsRolling roster for Greater Louisville artists to be paid for community event performances; compensation $100–$500 per engagement.GrantNewProjekt mit Ortsbezug in Klagenfurt (AT)Lendhauer – Zeitgenössische Kunst und Kultur im öffentlichen RaumDer Verein Lendhauer lädt Künstler:innen, Designer:innen, Architekt:innen, Performer:innen und Theoretiker:innen zu Projektvorschlägen für den Klagenfurter Lendhafen zum Thema „Urban Ecologies: Coexistence and Control“ ein.ResidencyArgo residencies provide time and space to develop your practice in a social, supportive, and stimulating environment.Argo ArtsArgo Residency in Athens – December offers 18 nights of studio space, accommodation, and community support for artists, writers, performers, musicians, scholars, and other creatives.ResidencyCaracollabs Artist Residency in México Tulum, MexicoCaracollabsCaracollabs offers a residency in Tulum, Mexico, providing studio space, library, kiln, performance terrace, and permaculture-designed accommodation for artists.ResidencyThe Saison Foundation - Visiting Fellows (Tokyo)The Saison FoundationResearch on contemporary Japanese performing artsWorkshopThe Penguin Project – Community Theatre Program for Youth with DisabilitiesAltoona Community TheatreA community theatre program offering children and teens (8‑21) with developmental disabilities a chance to develop creative skills and perform alongside peers without disabilities.GrantOutgoing Visitors Programme (OVP) – Travel AssistanceIndian Council for Cultural RelationsThe Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR) offers travel assistance to Indian performing and visual artists, choreographers, curators, scholars, authors, and academicians for international events, providing round‑trip economy airfare.ExhibitionSubmit Your Show – Chicago International Puppet Theater FestivalChicago International Puppet Theater FestivalThe Chicago International Puppet Theater Festival accepts rolling submissions for performance consideration, inviting puppetry artists to apply at any time for inclusion in future festival editions.JobTeaching Artist / Artist Pool – In the Heart of the Beast Puppet & Mask TheatreIn the Heart of the Beast Puppet & Mask TheatreHOBT invites teaching artists and creatives to join its artist pool, offering opportunities to teach, perform, and create puppetry programs across the Twin Cities.ExhibitionNewCall for Submissions: Art in Action 2027CICA MuseumCICA Museum invites artists, performers, designers and other creative professionals to submit projects for Art in Action 2027, a group exhibition and live‑streamed presentation in Korea.ResidencyNewMONOM International Artists Open Call – 4DSOUND Residency 2026MONOMInternational artists are invited to explore 4DSOUND through collaborative experimentation, workshops and live performance in Berlin, with a program running Oct 28‑Nov 4 2026.VolunteeringPairing is Caring 2026–2027: Looking for mentorsFlanders Arts InstituteThe Pairing is Caring program seeks experienced artists, curators and cultural workers to mentor emerging artists across visual, performing, digital and multidisciplinary practices.JobAudition Details – Long Island Community Theatre CooperativeLong Island Community Theatre CooperativeCasting calls for a variety of theatrical productions hosted by the Long Island Community Theatre Cooperative, inviting actors to audition by appointment.ExhibitionThe PASEO Call for ArtistsThe Paseo ProjectThe PASEO invites artists to propose immersive, site‑responsive installations, projections, or performance works for its two‑day outdoor festival in Taos, New Mexico (Sept 12‑13 2025).ExhibitionArtist Opportunities #734The Art LeagueEvery week we gather a variety of artist opportunities from the DC area and beyond. Find one below and apply today — good luck! Click… [ Keep reading ](https://www.theartleague.org/blog/2025/06/24/artist-opportunities-734/)ExhibitionAccessible Virtual Pride – Call for Artists (2027)Calling Up JusticeJoin the 2027 Accessible Virtual Pride as an artist, workshop facilitator, or performer in a free, fully online two‑day celebration of disabled queer and trans communities.ExhibitionGhar – Open Mic (Tape A Tale)Tape A TaleGhar by Tape A Tale is an open mic series across 30+ Indian cities inviting poets, storytellers and artists to share their work on stage.CompetitionUnMute Roster ApplicationThe UnMute roster is an initiative to empower disabled musicians by providing access to live performance opportunities. Applications are open to artists who identify as disabled or have a long-term health condition.WorkshopOpen Call for ArtistsNICOLA ArtsNicola Arts invites artists to propose workshops, talks, performances, readings, and other creative events to be hosted in their gallery. Eligibility: anyone can apply. The gallery provides space, promotion, and a welcoming audience.CompetitionReims Millésime International Dance CompetitionConcours International de Danse Reims MillésimeAn annual dance competition in Reims that brings together amateur, pre‑professional and professional dancers for three days of performances and networking.Managing ProducerArKtypeFull‑time Managing Producer position at ArKtype, a New York‑based production and development organization supporting innovative performance across disciplines.WorkshopBobbio Ballet Intensive BBSI – Winter Edition 2027ArteBallettoUn intensive di una settimana di balletto classico a Frosinone, con allenamento quotidiano, repertorio e preparazione scenica, culminante con una performance di The Nutcracker – Act II.ResidencyArtist residencies at KatapultKatapultKatapult provides affordable, hourly and 24‑hour artist residencies for contemporary performance art in Berlin.ResidencyAdisa Ancestry Artists ResidencyAdisa Ancestry Artists ResidencyThis residency is open to writers, visual artists, and performance artists who require a dedicated space to focus on and complete a specific body of work.ResidencyPARADISE AIR SHORTSTAY ProgramPARADISE AIRThe intention behind this program is to foster a give-and-take relationship between traveling artists and the city of Matsudo. We offer emerging artists the ability to gather public exposure for their work and free opportunities for local residents to experience diverse artistic expressions.ResidencyLIEVITOLa CAP Re|HubLIEVITO è un programma di residenze dedicato alle pratiche visive, performative, coreografiche e audiovisive, con focus su corpi, immagini e narrazioni in movimento.