Artistic Residency "m o v e s" | Round #1

Organizer

Tanzwerk*Kassel e.V.

Artistic Residency “m o v e s” | Round #1 Jul 28, 2026 | Residencies The artistic residencies from Tanzwerk*Kassel e.V. were developed as part of the project “Tanzwerk M O V E S (moving in – moving on – moving beyond) – ein Raum für Bewegung” selected and supported by Next Steps program (2026), a program envisioned by Bureau Ritter to strengthen dance professionals in Hessen, and funded by the Crespo Foundation. Where: Kulturhaus Dock 4 and SOZO vim, Kassel, Germany When: 07. – 26.09.2026 Deadline for applications: 15.08.2026 The artistic residencies have 3 categories: Short term: ~2 weeks; Mid term: 3-4 weeks; Long term: 8 weeks. There will be a total of 3 rounds of residencies between September and December 2026, with each 2 projects per round being selected, 6 projects in total. Each of the three rounds will have a separate open call. Each selected artist/collective in residency will be given a grant allowance of 200 € (euros) to use for their project as “Sachkosten” / materials. Artists/collectives who are not based in Kassel, are welcome to apply, and by proof they will receive extra support for transport and accommodation. However, it is not guaranteed to cover all expenses in full. Artists will receive five (5) hours of mentoring paid by Tanzwerk*Kassel to support their project. Showcase the projects at the end of the residency in any format that is appropriate, such as open rehearsals, showings, performance lecture, installation. Full documentation (photos and video). Written confirmation of participation in the artistic residencies program from Tanzwerk*Kassel e.V. – Part of the project “Tanzwerk MOVES (moving in – moving on – moving beyond). Who is eligible to apply for this artistic residency program?  This Open Call is for artists who work in dance / movement / embodiment orientated projects. Artists from all career stages: early-, mid-, long-career are eligible to apply. Priority will be given to proposals: – From regional artists who are based in Kassel and North Hessen – Artists that don’t have access to an own studio or space – Projects that have not (yet) received any funding (e. g. Stadt Kassel, HMWK, Next Steps, or others) – LGBTQIA+, BIPOC, refugees, and immigrants’ communities are strongly encouraged and welcome to apply in this residency program – the organizational and curatorial team on behalf of Tanzwerk*Kassel e.V. acknowledges an oppressive system and greater challenges that these communities go through, and also has an antidiscrimination policy. How to apply: Applications are submitted via a Google form, under the link: https://forms.gle/RYGZW2s8AY7vkyxC8 Costs for participants: No. Only in case the artist/group/collective come from outside of Kassel. It is planned to give extra support for those cases in relation to travelling costs and accommodations. However, it is not guaranteed that all expenses will be fully covered. Contact details: tanzwerk.applications@gmail.com For further information, please visit https://tanzwerk-kassel.org/ For more RESIDENCIES, please visit https://dancingopportunities.com/category/residencies/

Award

5 hours mentoring; partial transport and accommodation support for non-Kassel artists

Entry fee

Fee-free

Eligibility

Artists working in dance, movement, or embodiment; all career stages welcome