PERFORMA-Q Cycle 2, 2027: Six Experimental Performance Residencies, Apply by 30 November
Six cross-border opportunities for live and experimental art
PERFORMA-Q has opened the second cycle of its experimental performance residency programme for 2027. It will select six projects across participating organisations associated with Bratislava, Vienna, Brno, Sarajevo, Stockholm and a Ukrainian exile arts initiative based in Bratislava. The programme welcomes live art, performance, choreography, sound, interdisciplinary theatre and digital performance where the work approaches embodiment and social expression in exploratory ways.
Who is eligible and when applications close
The deadline is 30 November 2026 at 23:59 Central European Time. Applicants must be based in EU countries or associated Creative Europe countries, rather than applying from anywhere in the world without geographical conditions. Individuals and collectives of up to eight people can apply. The residency period is expected between March and October 2027 and normally lasts two to four weeks, depending on the host and project. Applicants should review the geographical definition carefully before applying.
Fees, travel and application materials
The organiser advertises artist fees ranging from €1,500 to €6,000 depending on the host residency and project's scope, with travel and accommodation arrangements through the host. These are differing arrangements, not a single universal stipend for every project. The application asks for an English-language artistic proposal of up to two pages, a CV or portfolio within three pages, first and second host preferences, and information on the team's needs. The guidance also requests disclosure of use of AI in proposed material.
Why the host context matters
PERFORMA-Q operates as a partner network rather than a single fixed studio in one city. The programme combines time for new work with exchange across experimental performance communities. Applicants should investigate the facilities and artistic programme of the two hosts they rank and indicate whether a work is at research, development or presentation stage. Check the organiser's open-call documents for final conditions concerning visas, access and support for groups before submitting.
Official announcement and application links
Information reviewed on 23 October 2026. Review the organiser's current entry criteria, deadlines, costs and copyright terms before submitting or paying.