Organizer Information
The Onassis Foundation (Ίδρυμα Ωνάση) is a globally recognized cultural institution dedicated to supporting artistic innovation, research, and cultural exchange. The Foundation operates a wide range of programs across visual arts, performance, literary arts, research residencies, education, and cultural dialogues. Its flagship platforms include Onassis Stegi, a cultural hub in Athens, and initiatives such as Onassis AiR (Artists-in-Residence), scholarships, and public programs that foster international artistic collaboration.
The Onassis AiR programme provides artists, researchers, and creative professionals with extended time, space, and mentorship to develop experimental projects. The residency encourages
interdisciplinary collaboration, critical inquiry, and connection to local and international artistic networks.
Title & Description
Onassis AiR Open Call 2026/27 — Extended Research & Multi-Disciplinary Residency Programme
The Onassis AiR Open Call 2026/27 invites international artists, performers, researchers, and creative professionals to apply for a fully supported residency in Athens, Greece. The programme offers up to 30 opportunities for emerging and established practitioners across multiple disciplines, including
visual arts, theater, dance, sound, film, applied arts, and hybrid practices.
The residency emphasizes research-driven artistic exploration, experimentation, and process-oriented development rather than finalized production. Fellows receive mentoring, peer feedback, and access to workshops, infrastructure, and professional networks. Public-facing Open Days allow participants to showcase works-in-progress and engage with audiences and professionals.
Categories
- Visual Arts
- Theater & Performance
- Dance
- Sound Art & Music
- Film & Moving Image
- Applied Arts (Fashion & Design)
- Digital & Technological Practices
- Curatorial Practice
- Writing & Literary Research
- Hybrid & Interdisciplinary Practices
- Technical & Production Development
Eligibility
- Open to international artists, performers, researchers, and creative professionals
- Emerging and mid-career as well as established practitioners
- Individual applicants or small collectives (max 2 representatives per collective)
- Must be able to work in English
- No age or degree restrictions
Program Benefits & Awards
The Onassis AiR 2026/27 offers a comprehensive support package, including:
Monetary Benefits
- Artist Fee (Stipend): €3,500 per Fellow to cover living expenses and subsistence
- Research & Production Budget: €1,500 for Extended Research, Theater & Dance residencies; up to €3,000 for AiR/ONX strand
- Travel Costs: Up to €500 (Europe) / €1,000 (Overseas) covered for return travel to Athens
- Accommodation: Fully provided; private bedroom in a shared furnished apartment
Additional Benefits
- Access to Onassis Stegi facilities, studios, and shared working environments
- Professional guidance and mentorship from curators, researchers, and technical experts
- Peer-to-peer workshops, collective research activities, and capacity-building events
- Public engagement through Open Days and presentations within the Onassis Culture network
- Integration into an international professional community and networking opportunities
Application Fee
None
Application Requirements
- Completed application form
- Project proposal with concept, research focus, and objectives
- CV or artist biography
- Work samples (PDF or links to images, video, or audio)
- For some strands: production plan and provisional budget
- Only one application per candidate
- Must be available for an online interview if shortlisted
How to Apply?
Online Application
Key Dates
- Application Deadline: 3 March 2026
- Online Interviews (shortlisted candidates): 27 April – 25 May 2026
- Results Announcement: 15 June 2026
- Residency Period: October 2026 – July 2027, organized in three cycles:
- Fall: 14 Sep – 27 Nov 2026
- Spring: 8 Feb – 16 Apr 2027
- Summer: 10 May – 16 Jul 2027
Location
Athens, Greece
Additional Details
- Focus on research, experimentation, and process, not final production
- Peer-to-peer exchange, workshops, curated visits, and community gatherings
- Participation in Open Days to present works-in-progress
- Full-time commitment expected for chosen residency cycle
