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:
    1. Mentors select three concepts each (18 total) for presentation at the Forecast Forum (July 14–20, 2025, Berlin).
    2. Mentors choose one concept each to mentor through realization, showcased at the Forecast Festival (March 16–21, 2026, Berlin).
  • How to Apply: Submit project proposals aligned with a mentor’s expertise through the official website: https://forecast-platform.com/open-call/#four.

Eligibility:

  • Open to applicants of all ages and nationalities.
  • Projects must align with the expertise of one of the mentors.

Program Benefits:

  • Forecast Forum Nominees:
    • 2,000 EUR fee (includes production costs).
    • Travel and accommodation in Berlin provided (for one member if applying as a group).
  • Forecast Festival Mentees:
    • 6,000 EUR artist fee.
    • Up to 8,000 EUR production budget.

Mentors:
Hussein Chalayan (fashion designer), Elaine Mitchener (vocalist/composer), Lulu Obermayer (theater-maker), Ruth Patir (artist/filmmaker), James Richards (video/installation artist), and Sote (electronic musician).

Contact and Resources:
Visit Forecast Website for detailed information and application submission.

website: https://forecast-platform.com/open-call/#four