dm Award connecting worlds 2027: €10,000 for Karlsruhe Interactive Projection Mapping

Karlsruhe, Germany, is welcoming proposals from international artists and collectives for the 2027 dm award 'connecting worlds'. Linked to the SCHLOSSLICHTSPIELE light festival, the theme PLAYGROUND calls for media art that connects the baroque palace façade to the city's public Market Square.

Eligibility and creative brief

A proposal must include a 2–5-minute projection mapping piece for Karlsruhe Palace and at least one satellite experience on the Market Square that also works independently of the palace projection. Access for visitors must be free. Artists can explore participatory games, installations, immersive spatial work or interdisciplinary performances.

Prize and key dates

The award provides €10,000 and up to €20,000 net in production support, from which fees, equipment and travel must be covered. The 2027 festival is scheduled for August 12–September 13, with the selected project due for completion by July 31. The application deadline is November 25, 2026, at 13:00 CET.

How to submit

Submit one application document in German or English. Include artist details, a concept and storyboard of up to 1,500 characters including spaces, technical and personnel needs, and supporting images or links. Send a downloadable link to the organizer's designated email address and review the production guidelines and usage-rights terms before sending.

This article summarizes the organizer's information for reference. Check the current official eligibility rules, deadline, materials and rights terms before applying.

Official organizer / Source: https://mediaartscities.com/open-call/1369/