Organizer Information
The residency is hosted by the Paleohori eco-art space in Lefkada, Greece. Symbiotic Danscapes is described as a hybrid program focused on collective choreographic and movement-based research in a natural, co-living environment.
Title & Description
Open Call – 1 Facilitator for Symbiotic Danscapes 2026
This opportunity seeks one artist to join a team of three facilitators for a one-month hybrid program (part research residency, part workshop). The chosen artist will lead and explore their personal research questions in choreographic, performative, or movement practice, guiding a dedicated group of participants through movement, dialogue, and shared experience.
Categories
- Dance
- Performance
- Movement-based research
- Somatics
- Choreography
- Participatory Facilitation
Eligibility
- Open to artists with an ongoing research practice (in dance, performance, somatics, or movement).
- Must have experience in participatory facilitation and dance-making/choreographic environments.
- Requires a genuine interest in co-inquiry, relational work, collective exploration, and somatic approaches.
Program Benefits & Awards
- Fee/Stipend: $1,100€ (gross) artist fee.
- Per Diems: Per diems for weekends (approximately $180$€ total).
- Accommodation: Shared accommodation (e.g., bell tent with bed) and a space within an active co-living community.
- Meals: Three vegetarian meals per day (plus breakfast on weekends).
- Travel Cost: Travel support up to $100€ (for artists based in Greece) or up to $250€ (for artists based abroad).
- Other: Space, time, a committed group of participants, and coordinated shared transport from Athens to Lefkada.
Application Fee
None
Application Requirements
- Applicants are expected to have an ongoing artistic/research practice.
- The chosen facilitator will be required to:
- Facilitate 38 hours of movement/choreographic research.
- Participate in 6 hours of Critical Circles.
- Join an active co-living community for collective exploration and creation.
How to Apply?
Online Application
Key Dates
- Application Deadline: 24 December 2025
- Residency Period: June 22 – July 19, 2026 (4 weeks/1 month)
Location
Paleohori eco-art space, Lefkada, Greece
Additional Details
- The program is a one-month hybrid residency + research workshop.
- The successful artist will be one of three guest artist facilitators.
- The program emphasizes time, relationality, and choreographic research as a collective act.
- Contact: info@paleohori.com