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Dance Open Calls

Open calls for Dance artists — 4 active grants, residencies and exhibitions with checked deadlines, entry fees and what the funding covers. Updated daily.

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4 active listings tagged for Dance in research checklists and curator data. Medium tags reflect how programs describe eligible practices. Sign in to analyze your portfolio compatibility for Dance.

Zad Programme for MobilityFELLOWSHIPFully Funded

Zad Programme for Mobility

Ettijahat

Professional development and diaspora network support. Ensures that displaced or diaspora artists possess the structural support to interface with the European funding apparatus.

Oct 16, 2026Mobility fundingEurope
Belgrade PETIT StudioRESIDENCY

Belgrade PETIT Studio

Belgrade Art Studio

Focused studio space and immersion in the rapidly developing Balkan contemporary scene.

Dec 31, 2026No direct fundingBelgrade, Serbia
Stiftung TANZ ScholarshipsGRANTFully Funded

Stiftung TANZ Scholarships

Stiftung TANZ

Holistic support for retraining, acknowledging that traditional federal support (like BAföG) is often inaccessible for second careers. Mitigates financial trauma associated with the abrupt end of a stage career.

Oct 30, 2026Financial support covering course and study fees, travel costs, and childcare during education/retraining.Germany / EU
International Coproduction FundGRANTFully Funded

International Coproduction Fund

Goethe-Institut

Supports innovative rehearsal and performance processes, promoting highly collaborative work processes involving international cultural partners and mitigating the financial risks of cross-border theatrical production.

Oct 1, 2026Substantial co-production capitalGlobal / Germany

FAQ

What counts as Dance here?

This includes programs that explicitly specify Dance as the main or one of the priority mediums, ranging from specialized contests to interdisciplinary open calls.

Are digital works or performance documentation accepted?

Yes, if they meet the specific submission rules. Our listing detail pages specify acceptable file formats and resolution requirements.

Do residencies provide specialized equipment for Dance?

Specialized residencies often offer equipped studios, print presses, darkrooms, labs, or technical assistance, which we highlight under facilities.

How do I demonstrate experience in Dance?

Provide a cohesive portfolio of 5-10 recent works, with descriptions detailing the concept, dimensions, and materials used.

Are there material grants specifically for Dance?

Yes. Production grants often allocate budget specifically for materials and producing new works, flagged in our database.