ARTEMISTA Artist-in-Residency Programme

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ARTEMISTA

ARTEMISTA Artist-in-Residency Programme Deadline: 30 Sep 2026 Country: Italy ARTEMISTA is a non-profit cultural association working in the fields of theatre, music, social projects, and environmental awareness education. It is immersed in the rural communities of Northern Italy, in the river Po Valley and the surrounding wine-growing hills of Oltrepò. ORIGIN AND LOCATION Founded in 2004 by artists from different disciplines, including music, theatre, photography, and visual arts, ARTEMISTA is based in Spessa at “Cascina Castello,” a farmhouse with buildings dating back to the XV centur,now transformed into a Cultural Centre for artistic productions and events, while maintaining some of its original farming activities. Despite its rural setting in the Lombardy region, the site is approximately one hour from Milan, Italy’s main economic and cultural hub, with easy access to Linate and Malpensa airports, Central Railway Station, the metro system, and major motorways. The surrounding landscape offers a particular natural setting where river, hills and mountains meet: you can enjoy walks along the Po river embankment open into views of the Alps to the north and the Apennines to the south, often accompanied by the characteristic morning mist rising from the water. RESIDENCY PROGRAMME Through its residency programme, ARTEMISTA hosts individuals and groups (up to 20 participants) with creative and original proposals, offering opportunities for: – research-based residencies, – production-based residencies, – interdisciplinary and cross-sectoral residencies. Participants can live and work at Cascina Castello, developing their individual projects and immersing themselves in the region’s creative rural atmosphere. Duration of residency The residency period runs from August, 1st 2026 to March, 31st 2027. Artists may apply for residencies lasting a minimum of one week and a maximum of three weeks within this period. Accommodation Accommodation Information ARTEMISTA Hostel and Cultural Centre offers a range of accommodation options, depending on availability and participants’ needs: - Two double rooms (with private bathroom) - One room with 3 beds (with private bathroom) - Three rooms with 4–6 beds (with private bathroom) Guests have access to a shared kitchen and a communal dining/living area. Guests are kindly asked to take responsibility for the daily cleanliness of shared spaces. Artists-in-Residence also have access to outdoor areas, laundry facilities, Wi-Fi, bicycles for local travel, a weekly cleaning service, and an information pack sent prior to arrival. Disciplines, work equipment and assistance ARTEMISTA is open to artists across various disciplines: theatre, dance, performance, music, film, visual Arts, photography, literature and more. We can provide spaces and offer professional equipment, needed for producing a theatre or dance performance, recording an album, shooting a film, starting a publication, curating an exhibition or writing a script.Studio / Workspace Studio information MULTIFUNCTIONAL ROOM (converted Granary, dating back to X century) 125 sqm. This studio has maintained its original flooring in terracotta tile and ceiling with wooden beams and cross beam. The studio can host different disciplines, visual arts, music, theatre and dance. NB Studio height has to be taken into consideration for jumps/acrobatics etc. REHEARSAL STUDIO 96 sqm. This studio is suitable for THEATRE and DANCE. (8 m. x 12 m. H 5 m.). Ideal space for preparing new productions and/or organizing residential seminars. RECORDING STUDIO - suitable for all kinds of compositions. When necessary the recording studio can utilize the Granary as an extended space for live recording. The Granary has extraordinary natural acoustics and can accommodate big ensembles and groups of musicians. Technical Information - Studios come supplied with: dance carpets, theatrical lights with dimmer and control unit, sound system with speakers and mixer. On Reservation: Recording Studio, fully equipped, for additional sessions Artists-in-Residence should require. ARTEMISTA also has a workspace equipped with various craftsmen’s tools for woodwork and iron work, which can be utilized in preparation of scenery, props etc. Paid by ARTEMISTA: Internet connection Electricity Heating Water We provide basic audio and light equipment as highlighted above. For additional requests of other equipment there will be an extra cost to be agreed in advance.Fees and support Artists-in-Residence are kindly requested to pay a participation fee of €300 per week. Residencies are available for a minimum of one week and a maximum of three weeks during the residency period. To secure a place in the programme, ARTEMISTA requires a 40% deposit, which is to be paid shortly after the Artist-in-Residence receives confirmation of acceptance. The remaining balance must be paid no later than one month before the participant’s arrival. Payment must be made by bank transfer. Discounts may be applied for longer stays (from 2 weeks onwards) and for group applications. Different participation fees may be applied to long-term co-housing and co-working projects. Artists-in-Residence are responsible for their own travel expenses, meals, and personal working materials. Use of the Recording Studio is available by reservation and is subject to an additional fee. Expectations towards the artist Artist-in-Residence Outcomes Artists-in-Residence are encouraged to share the work developed during their residency through a performance, exhibition, workshop, or open rehearsal open to the local community. Note: This is not a mandatory requirement. Alternatively, a work-in-progress presentation or discussion session with feedback from fellow artists and professionals can be arranged. Artists-in-Residence are requested to inform ARTEMISTA of their preferred outcome at least one month before their arrival in order to allow sufficient time for planning and organisation. Application information Application Guidelines Please complete the Artist-in-Residence Application Form. We encourage applicants to complete the form as fully as possible, in order to provide a clear understanding of their work and their intentions for the residency. Deadline: 18:00 CET, Wednesday 31 March 2027 If you experience any issues completing the form or uploading files, please do not hesitate to contact us at associazioneartemista@gmail.com Note: Please use Adobe Acrobat to open and complete the Application Form.

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Open to individuals and groups across various creative disciplines