The Black Box International Theatre & Dance Festival is now accepting proposal for its 2026 edition. Where: Plovdiv, Bulgaria When: May 29 – June 15, 2026 Deadline for applications: August 9, 2025 The Black Box International Theatre and Dance Festival is held each year  in the city of Plovdiv, Bulgaria.The first festival edition was held […]

The Contemporary Ballet Choreographer initiative aims to support emerging and established creative voices by providing a platform for the presentation of new choreographic work. Where: Digital When: Stage 1 – August 5th-7th, 2025, Stage 2 – February 14th, 2026 Deadline for applications: August 4th, 2025 Choreographers may submit pieces in one or more of the […]

Opportunity: Differenti Sensazioni 2025/26 Where: officine CAOS, Turin, Italy When: Nov 2025 / Apr 2026 Deadline: 31 August 2025 Online Application: https://www.officinecaos.net/index.php/en/opencall2025-26en/ Fee to Participate or Apply: 0 Description Of Opportunity: officine CAOS is seeking for emerging artists, working in the fields of contemporary theatre and dance, performance or multimedia art, in order to present […]

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AtelierB TangoDanza are offering an artistic residency to a Tango dancer and choreographer with a background in another artistic field (dance, visual art, or music) who is eager to spend an academic year in Italy to develop a project of tango dance with an Italian female partner and eventually to travel with her to other […]

The International Choreographic Competition LINKAGE is open for solos and duets between 5-13 minutes. Where: Stara Zagora, Bulgaria When: 24-27 of October 2025 Deadline for applications: 15 of September TERMS & CONDITIONS – Contemporary dance solos or duets lasting no more than 13 minutes and no shorter than 5 minutes are eligible – A choreographer […]

The course is aimed at young artists who have already completed training as dancers, actors, or performers and who wish to move toward theatrical authorship through a structurally transdisciplinary approach. Where: Gorizia, Italy When: January 12 to March 28, 2026, and April 8 to 23, 2026 Deadline for applications: August the 1st 2026 The course […]

Officine CAOS is seeking for emerging artists, working in the fields of contemporary theatre and dance, performance or multimedia art, in order to present their work during the international performing art season 2025/26 DIFFERENTI SENSAZIONI. Where: Turin, Italy When: Nov 2025 / Apr 2026 Deadline for applications: 31 August 2025 Call for application officine CAOS […]

Introduce yourself and your work to Pavilion Dance with this practice-based winter residency. Where: Pavilion Dance South West, Bournemouth, UK When: 15 – 19 December 2025 Deadline for applications: 1 August 2025, 6pm The Pavilion Dance Visiting Artist scheme is open to any UK artist working in a dance or movement-based practice who would benefit […]

A unique, fully-funded opportunity for emerging ballet choreographers: win prestigious creation residencies with leading European ballet companies, present your work on a major stage, and compete for prizes up to €15,000 — apply for the Competition for New Ballet Choreographers by September 30, 2025 ! Where: Théâtre de la Gare du Midi, Biarritz, France When: […]

Ballet Nights, a global series of extraordinary live dance experiences, continues to expand its ambitious programming across London, regional UK venues, and international locations in 2025–2027. Where: London, UK + UK-wide & International Touring When: 2025, 2026, 2027 Seasons Deadline for applications: Rolling Ballet Nights, a global series of extraordinary live dance experiences, continues to […]

Call for the selection of Two Dance Performances for the Fagagna Dance Festival, organized by the House of IVONA Association, under the artistic direction of Pablo Girolami. Where: Fagagna (UD), Italy When: On september 25th and 27th, 2025. Deadline for applications: Sunday July 6, 2025, at 2:00 PM Fagagna Dance Festival, now in its second […]

PLATE-FORME AWA is launching an open call for choreographers to present their work during the 2026 edition of our contemporary dance festival. Where: Luxembourg When: February 21 to March 1 2026 Deadline for applications: Saturday 26 July 2025 PLATE-FORME AWA 2026 (4th edition)Contemporary Dance Festival – Luxembourg PLATE-FORME AWA is launching an open call for […]

The Joffrey Concert Group and the Joffrey Ballet Center present, Creative Movers Choreographic Initiative 2026. Where: Manhattan, NY, US When: July 2025 – February 2026 Deadline for applications: June 30 2025 The Creative Movers Choreographic Initiative is a search for the dance makers of the future. The initiative provides innovative and emerging dance makers the […]

Playing with the title of Jacques Rancière’s famous essay The Ignorant Schoolmaster, Greek choreographer and performer Chara Kotsali invites professional dance and movement artists to take part in a four-day intensive choreographic laboratory during the Opole Dance Stage 2025. Where: JK Opole Theatre, Opole, Poland When: 20–23 September 2025 Deadline for applications: June 27th 2025 […]

Esplanade Singapore invites international performance artists to apply for its 2026 Research Residency. Theme: “This Time.” Deadline: June 22.

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PQ invites proposals for an online symposium exploring its 60-year history in scenography, curating, and cultural exchange. Deadline: May 31.

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Mophradat’s Self-Organizations program offers up to €8,000 in funding for collaborative, self-organized arts initiatives in the Arab world. Deadline: June 10, 2025.

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Opportunity: Open Call Pragovka Gallery 2026: Mutual Benefits Where: Pragovka Gallery, Prague, Czech RepublicWhen: 2026Deadline: 18/05/2025Online Application: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSftuZ7UBkbXmAZnC1hayy5hTKSslA0C37e_YOw5CiPFc1ofDg/viewform?fbclid=IwY2xjawJwSD1leHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHhMsWDsdlqp6gHPMW3UKJTkjWQqxMFX4tgFFnfgAeBjdOTvKKnJlp6oIXTKn_aem_EhNcWM30S26wN7O-aqCwqw&pli=1Fee to Participate or Apply: Free Description Of Opportunity: ~~ for English scroll down ~~ A je to opět tady. Vyhlašujeme otevřenou výzvu na výstavní a autorské projekty do výstavního programu Pragovka Gallery 2026. Jejím tématem jsou tentokrát […]

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Opportunity: Open Call! NAIR 2025 – public space installation residency in Narva Where: Narva, Estonia When: 15 August to 14 September 2025 Deadline: 15 May 2025 at 23:59 (UTC+3) Online Application: https://forms.gle/oHvar85khDv8HGgu9 Fee to Participate or Apply: – 0 Description Of Opportunity: The Narva Art Residency (NART), in collaboration with the Narva municipality’s department of […]

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Call for choreographers, minimum age 28, living in Italy or abroad, with proven experience as dancers in contemporary dance companies and at least 1 choreographic work completed. Where: The project will be at Tuscania (province of Viterbo) / Italy When: A week bewteen November 2025 and April 2026 Deadline for applications: July, 11th We are […]

Open Call for contemporary dance, circus, and performance short pieces as part of the FREI ART FESTIVAL. Where: Studio Pro Arte, Freiburg, Germany When: 17. September 2025 Deadline for applications: 19. June 2025 Artists from around the world are invited to apply with pieces up to 15 minutes long. The application deadline is June 19, […]

Moving Balkans are looking for 10 contemporary dance productions and 6 Dance Scape project pitches from the Balkan region to be presented at the Moving Balkans Contemporary Dance Showcase festival in Novi Sad (Serbia) from 13-16 May 2026. Where: Novi Sad When: 13–16 May 2026 Deadline for applications: 10 July 2025 at 23:59 CET After […]

Calling visionary women in dance — apply now to showcase your work and shape the future of choreography on a global stage. Where: London, UK When: November 2 2025 Deadline for applications: July 1 2025 Join the Women’s International Festival of Choreography (WIFC)An Unmissable Opportunity for Female Choreographers, Collaborators & Creatives The Women’s International Festival of Choreography (WIFC) is more than a performance – it’s a movement. This unique, world-class platform is […]

Call for dancers for the free workshop-performance called Global Water Dances Steyerberg. Where: Steyerberg, Germany When: June 13–15, 2025 & Pre-rehearsals on Zoom Deadline for applications: May 30th, 2025 You can still join us for 2025 edition of Global Water Dance in Steyerberg, Germany! We will co-create a local water dance, explore water rituals, folk […]

Open call for performers at SARUS Festival for Site-specific & Experimental Art August 1-10, 2025.Performance opportunities at SARUS Festival for Site-specific & Experimntal Art in WIlmington, NC, USA – all arts. Where: Wilmington, NC, USA When: August 1-10, 2025 Deadline for applications: June 30th, 2025 Calling all arts, choreographers, filmmakers, performers, performance artists, visual artists, […]

CALLING ALL YOUTH DANCE GROUPS! We’re inviting YOU to perform at RE: DANCE 2025 – an electrifying outdoor dance experience in the heart of London. Where: The Scoop, London, SE1 2AA, UK When: 28 June 2025 Deadline for applications: 20 May 2025 CALLING ALL YOUTH DANCE GROUPS!We’re inviting YOU to perform at RE: DANCE 2025 […]

Calling all UK-based emerging artists! This is your chance to showcase your work at Ballet Nights New Voices on October 17th, 2025, at Ministry of Sound. Where: Ministry of Sound, London, UK When: 17th October 2025 Deadline for applications: 30th July 2025 If you’re a UK-based dancer, choreographer, or performing artist with a unique perspective […]

Tipperay Dance offers bursaries for Ireland-based artists to participate in SPLASH Lab, a 6-day process-based international dance laboratory – bursaries include free participation in the Lab, accommodation, and a €700 remuneration to cover travel costs, subsistence and stipend. Where: Clonmel, Co Tipperary, Ireland When: 7-12 July Deadline for applications: 22 May 2025 Dance artists based in […]

Global dance sensation Ballet Nights is seeking artists and acts for its London show at Cadogan Hall on 10th & 11th September 2025. Where: London, UK When: 10th & 11th September 2025 Deadline for applications: 20th May 2025 Global dance sensation Ballet Nights is seeking world-class artists and acts for its London show at Cadogan […]

Seeking dancers at any stage of their career (including students), for a project exploring the documentation of dance through poetry. Where: London, UK When: Immediate start Deadline for applications: May 15th, midnight I am an MA Writing student at the Royal College of Art, exploring the documentation of dance through poetry.I am working on a […]

The People DTC invites an emerging choreographer to join the journey of the Ensemble’s second cycle and create a short piece of 5-10 min’ during OCT-DEC 2025. Where: Tel Aviv, Israel When: October-December 2025 Deadline for applications: May 31st, 2025 Following a successful first cycle of the Ensemble group under the artistic direction of Lior […]

Flavourama Performatory is an interdisciplinary performance format inviting street and club dancers, as well as musicians of all genres who can play acoustically, to collaboratively create and perform improvised pieces in a museum setting. Where: Museum der Moderne, Salzburg, Austria When: 04.09.2025 Deadline for applications: 10.05.2025, 11:59pm CET OPEN CALL FOR DANCERS & MUSICIANS In […]

KWAM Collective invites submissions for short works from dance, performance and music for an event at Longfield Hall in South London on 21st June 2025. Where: Longfield Hall, 50 Knatchbull Rd, London SE5 9QY, UK When: 21/06/2025 Deadline for applications: 19/05/2025 KWAM Collective invites submissions for short works from dance, performance and music for an […]

Fuori Formato International Festival is selecting long performance (max 40 minutes) and short performance (max 15 minutes) adaptable to different outdoor locations. Where: Genova, Italy When: 1-4 July Deadline for applications: 5th May, 2025 Fuori Formato –  is an international festival dedicated to contemporary dance, performances, and screen dance films. it is organized by comune […]

A major international dance competition week in Cheonan — featuring KICDC, Asia Dance Audition, and workshops. Join online or in person — free accommodation for international on-site finalists! Where: Cheonan, South Korea (Online participation also available) When: September 21-24, 2025 Deadline for applications: July 14, 2025 (Mon) The Korean International Contemporary Dance Competition (KICDC) will take place in Cheonan, South Korea, from September 21–24, 2025. As the main event of KICDC Week, it includes the Asia Dance Audition […]

Two year support scheme for UK-based artists or companies to develop their work and practice. Where: Pavilion Dance, Bournemouth, UK When: June 2025 – March 2027 Deadline for applications: 28 April 2025 Are you in search of an organisation that supports and champions your work in a holistic way? We’re looking for our next Associate […]

MASH Dance House cordially invites you to apply for the 10th Jerusalem International Choreography Competition, which will take place on December 10–11, 2025. Where: Jerushalem, Israel When: December 10–11, 2025. Deadline for applications: 30.05.2025 Candidates must submit a completed online application form by May 30, 2025. A complete application includes payment of 15€ registration fee.MASH […]

It is hoped that the platform can serve as a bridge providing wings for creations from all cultures and backgrounds to come together and discover new possibilities. You can now apply for the 7th Stray Birds Dance Platform open call! with Solo or duet works lasting 8 to 13 minutes. You will have the opportunity […]

Call out for dancers/performers of various ages for a new dance theatre piece by Gabriella Engdahl Dance Theatre. Where: London, UK When: Monday 19 May Deadline for applications: Midday, Thursday 24 April. We endeavour to respond to every applicant by Friday 02 of May at the latest. Gabriella Engdahl Dance Theatre blends dance, theatre, and […]

SOLOCOREOGRAFICO – dance festival dedicated to solo choreography is open for applications. Where: Italy / Germany / France When: October 2025 – February 2026 Deadline for applications: 10 May 2025 All dance and performance styles are welcome.The application also includes a dance film section and a youth program.There is one global call for applications for […]

Are you a Vienna-based dancer looking to showcase your choreography?  Where: Vienna, Austria When: Saturday, May 17th 2025 Deadline for applications: 28.03.2025 On May 17th, we invite you to perform at our shared evening at WEST Space in Vienna, Austria. With the building set to be demolished at the end of the year, we will […]

Luail – Ireland’s National Dance Company, is inviting skilled professional dancers to apply for an upcoming workshop designed to engage with the company’s artistic team and explore potential future collaborations. Led by Luail’s Artistic Director and Choreographer, Liz Roche, alongside Resident Choreographer Mufutau Yusuf and Rehearsal Director & Guest Performer Glòria Ros, this workshop is […]

Open Call for Open Stage in Freiburg, Germany on 2.05.2025. Where: Merzhausen, Germany When: 02.05.2025 Deadline for applications: 01. April 2025 On May 2, 2025, starting at 6:00 PM, the Studio Pro Arte will once again host its Open Stage – an evening full of artistic surprises! We invite artists of all disciplines – from […]

The German Dance Association (DTD) is offering a travel and accommodation grant for dance educators based outside of Germany who wish to attend advanced training programmes in Germany. Where: Germany When: 01 May 2025 – 31 Jul 2026 Deadline for applications: 24 April 2025 This travel and accommodation grant is designed to support individuals outside […]

Tanz Company Gervasi is looking for dance artists who wish to develop, explore, and bring a performative concept to life, guided in the fields of choreography, dramaturgy, and music, while integrating into the project and utilizing the infrastructure of Tanz Company Gervasi. Where: Vienna, Austria When: from April to December 2025 Deadline for applications: 13th […]

Last days for the Open Call to the XII EDITION of the BETA PUBLICA International Choreographic Showcase to be held in Madrid (Spain) on May 28th and 29th, 2025 Where: Sala Negra, Teatros del Canal, Madrid, Spain When: May 28th and 29th 2025 Deadline for applications: March 14 2025 The BETA PUBLICA Association aims to […]

No Dress Code is Yorkshire Dance’s annual informal scratch night offering artists based in the North the opportunity to test work-in-progress in front of a live audience. Where: Yorkshire Dance, Leeds, UK When: Friday 21 November 2025 Deadline for applications: Monday 23 June 2025, 11:00am No Dress Code 2025 takes place at Yorkshire Dance on […]

Applications are open for Small Plates Choreography Festival, a series of four curated dance performances to be presented on November 7, 2025 at 8:00 pm, November 8, 2025 at 4:00 and 8:00 pm, November 9, 2025 at 6:00 pm at Chapman Steamer Arts located in the vibrant artistic community of Newburgh, NY. Where: Newburgh, NY, […]

We already have a great team coming together, but two more spots are still available for anyone interested in joining this Permaculture-Inspired Dance Residency! This artists-in-residence program invites movers, thinkers, and artists to explore dance beyond consumption and hierarchy, embracing longevity, adaptability, and interconnection. Where: Paleohori Art Space, Neohori, Lefkada, Ionian islands, Greece When: April […]

Tavaziva Dance is looking for two new Trustees to join our current Board at an exciting time for the Company. Where: London, UK When: Apr 2025 onwards Deadline for applications: Wed 12 Mar 2025 Tavaziva Dance is looking for new Trustees who are passionate in their belief in the value and importance of the performing […]