Theatre

The Jim Henson Foundation awards grants annually to support the creation of innovative new works of contemporary puppet theater. The Foundation defines a puppet as any object given the appearance of life through manipulation. It offers three types of grants: Workshop Grants ($3,000), Production Grants ($7,000), and Family Grants ($4,000), all for the development of […]

Awarded for the best playwriting response on the theme of Fear.   Key dates: Applications open: 1st February 2025 Applications close: 1st April 2025 at 23:59 (UK time)   Prizes: First place: £3,000 Second place: £1,000 Third place: £1,000   Rules: Open to all nationalities. Applicants must be aged 18 or above at the time […]

A Turma is looking for a playwright or a theatre maker, for the development of an artist residency with the duration of two months (consecutively), in Porto – Portugal. We are able to accept a playwright, a performer or a visual artist as the project is related with the research for a new dramaturgy or […]

Onassis AiR is an international artistic research and residency program based in Athens, Greece. Having received over 7000 applications through our Open Calls and supported more than 200 Fellows over the past five years, the program has become a hub for cross-disciplinary thinking and exchange among local and international art practitioners and researchers. For 2025/26 the program […]

The MacDowell Fellowship provides time, space, and an inspiring residential environment to artists working in seven disciplines: architecture, film/video arts, interdisciplinary arts, literature, music composition, theatre, and visual arts. The fellowship supports approximately 300 artists annually based on artistic excellence, offering a transformative opportunity for intense productivity and creativity.   Information & Application Details: Application […]

PARL invites performance artists and groups seeking to develop their creative process, research performative strategies, and engage in critical reflection. The program, held in Ljubljana from August 22–31, 2025, provides an opportunity for participants to refine their projects with daily feedback from diverse artistic perspectives.   Eligibility: Artists with a BA in performing arts (or […]

BONFIRE is a dynamic cultural organization engaged in the exploration and promotion of contemporary art. A fireplace for artists, cultural agents, and thinkers, fostering meaningful connections and initiatives. Through personalized mentoring sessions and immersive artist residencies, we provide guidance and resources that elevate artistic practices while building a diverse and powerful community. Designed by artists […]

Mophradat Residency for Performing Artists Brief Description: Mophradat, in collaboration with Kunstencentrum BUDA and NEXT festival in Belgium, offers a three-week residency for performing artists from the Arab world. The residency, scheduled for October/November 2025, provides facilities and artistic support at BUDA for finalizing a new performance, which will premiere at the NEXT festival. Information […]

Brief Description: Forecast invites artistic practitioners and cultural producers from all creative fields worldwide to apply for its 10th edition of mentorships. This program connects emerging talents with established mentors to develop innovative concepts and showcase them at international events. Information & Application Details: Application Deadline: February 10, 2025. Program Stages: Mentors select three concepts […]