Organizer Information
Burgas 2032 is the official cultural initiative leading the candidacy of the city of Burgas for the prestigious European Capital of Culture 2032 title. The initiative operates as a long-term cultural strategy platform designed to position Burgas as a dynamic hub for contemporary artistic production, interdisciplinary collaboration, and international cultural exchange. By activating urban spaces and encouraging innovative artistic practices, Burgas 2032 supports both local and global artists in engaging with pressing social, environmental, and cultural questions.
A central component of this initiative is the revitalization of the city’s port and industrial zones into vibrant cultural venues. Magazia spaces, including Magazia 1 and Magazia 32, are part of this transformation—serving as experimental sites for residencies, exhibitions, and collaborative projects. These spaces embody the organization’s commitment to adaptive reuse, sustainability, and the integration of art into public life.
Title & Description
Magazia 32 – International Artistic Residency & Production Program
Magazia 32 is an international open call inviting artists, collectives, and cultural practitioners to participate in a residency and production program in Burgas, Bulgaria. Developed as part of the Burgas 2032 cultural vision, this initiative supports the creation of new, context-responsive artistic works that engage deeply with the city’s identity, environment, and communities.
The program encourages interdisciplinary approaches and prioritizes artistic research, experimentation, and collaboration over purely outcome-driven production. Participants are invited to explore themes such as urban transformation, ecological awareness, maritime culture, migration, memory, and the evolving relationship between humans and their environments.
Artists will work within the unique setting of Burgas’ port area, using the Magazia 32 space as both a studio and a conceptual framework. The residency fosters dialogue between international participants and local stakeholders, including artists, curators, and community members. The program culminates in public-facing outcomes, which may include exhibitions, installations, performances, screenings, or participatory events.
Categories
- Visual Arts
- Installation Art
- Performance Art
- Film & Video
- Sound Art
- Photography
- Interdisciplinary & Research-Based Practices
- Social Practice / Community-Based Art
- Public Space & Urban Interventions
Eligibility
- Open to international applicants
- Individual artists and collectives are eligible
- Suitable for emerging, mid-career, and established practitioners
- No strict age restrictions specified
- Applicants should demonstrate a strong conceptual practice and an interest in site-specific and socially engaged work
Program Benefits & Awards
- Residency placement in Burgas, Bulgaria
- Accommodation provided for the duration of the residency
- Access to the workspace within the Magazia cultural complex
- Production support (materials and technical assistance, depending on project scope)
- Curatorial and organizational guidance throughout the program
- Opportunity to present work publicly (exhibition, performance, screening, or open studio)
- Networking opportunities with local and international cultural professionals
- Inclusion in Burgas 2032 programming and communication channels, enhancing visibility
Application Fee
None
Application Requirements
- A CV or professional biography
- A portfolio showcasing previous work (PDF or links)
- A project proposal outlining concept, methodology, and relevance to Burgas context
- A motivation letter explaining interest in the program
- Basic personal and contact information
How to Apply?
Online Application
Key Dates
- Application Deadline: 5 May 2026
Location
Burgas, Bulgaria
Additional Details
- Projects should respond to the specific spatial, cultural, and social context of Burgas
- Collaborative and participatory methodologies are strongly encouraged
- Artists may be invited to engage with local communities, researchers, or institutions
- The program values process-oriented practices, allowing flexibility in final outputs
- Selected works may contribute to the long-term cultural narrative of Burgas 2032
- Knowledge of local context is not required but openness to research and engagement is essential