Circostrada: Programa de Desenvolvimento Profissional “Bounce” 2027 para o Circo e as Artes ao Ar Livre

The Bounce Professional Development Programme, organised by the Circostrada Network, is a European‑wide mentoring initiative aimed at contemporary circus and outdoor arts professionals who have between four and ten years of experience. The programme provides a 16‑hour development curriculum facilitated by Circostrada members and external experts, complemented by a kick‑off gathering in Santa Maria da Feira (Portugal) from 17–21 May 2027, followed by a series of on‑site and online workshops, participation in the Circostrada General Meeting and FRESH events, and engagement with the SPARK Participatory Research Lab on fair practices. Travel, per diems and accommodation are covered for the kick‑off event, the general meeting and related activities. Applications are open to individuals, organisations and collectives operating in the contemporary circus or outdoor arts sectors, preferably residing in Creative Europe‑eligible countries, and must demonstrate a concrete project focus. The call runs from 5 October 2026 to 31 December 2026, after which selected participants will commence the programme in May 2027, with a wrap‑up scheduled for August 2028 in Riga (Latvia). No entry fee is required.

16‑hour development programme, travel, per diems, accommodation, on‑site and online workshops, participation in Circostrada General Meeting and FRESH events, engagement with SPARK Participatory Research Lab.

Contemporary circus or outdoor arts professionals with 4–10 years of experience; preferably residing in Creative Europe‑eligible countries; open to individuals, organisations and collectives.