Residency Open Call
We are receiving applications for cross-aesthetic residencies during 2026 and 2027 in DYNAMO. Apply by 30th September!
ABOUT THE CALL
The residencies offered through this call are thematic and open to circus artists and companies who work cross-aesthetically with music composition and contemporary circus.
We are excited to discover new work that is being created with circus and music dramaturgy at its core, ranging from research and experimental to productions close to premiering. The projects can be within any circus discipline and any musical genre.
Professional contemporary circus artists and companies are welcome to apply; please see individual geographic terms for the different residencies below.
Through its residency programme, DYNAMO aims to support the circus environment to its fullest extent by also providing artists with the opportunity to do unrestricted creative work and contribute to the development of contemporary circus in the Nordic region and Europe.
practical information
This call is for two types of residency, differing in length. Use the application form that suits your need for residency. Applying for one residency type does not exclude you from consideration for the other, so you are welcome to apply to both. Space is an important resource for us, so it’s mandatory to be present and working in space during the entire period we offer.
The Long Residency:
This is a residency for 4 weeks consecutively in the period 26th May – 21st June 2026 on our Main Stage. The period is non-negotiable, but arrival and departure days can be negotiated.
This residency is open to applicants based in the Nordic and Baltic Countries, Denmark excluded.
The Short Residency:
We offer 3 residencies of 2 weeks consecutively during 2026 and 3 residencies of 2 weeks consecutively during 2027. The period for these will be arranged with the applicant.
These residencies will take place either on our Main Stage or Studio, depending on availability. This residency is open to applicants from anywhere in the world, Denmark included.
What to expect
WHAT WE OFFER
Space:
As a group/artist in residency at DYNAMO you are provided with your own workspace on our Main Stage (L10m D10m H5,5m) or Studio (L10m D6m H5,5m)You get access to basic circus rigging equipment, crash mats and such. Basic lights and sound and technical support for the public presentation. Access to a backstage area, for meetings or rest.
Economy:
Long residency: Artistic fee up to 3,200 EUR per company, per diems to a total of 2,700 EUR per company; travel reimbursement for up to 670 EUR per company.
Short residency: Artistic fee up to 800 EUR per company and travel reimbursement for up to 670 EUR per company.
Accommodation:
We provide accommodation in a shared apartment with separate rooms during your residency (limits may apply for big companies), as well as bikes for local transit. You can see pictures of the apartment here.
Documentation & PR:
One professional photoshoot with our photographer per residency.
Lunch:
We provide lunch every weekday and access to the kitchen on weekends and evenings. No other meals are provided.
WHAT WE EXPECT
A public work in progress showing is part of the residency agreement. The showing will also be included in the program for our audience. As a selected artist/company you provide materials for PR and promotion. In this residency you will share documentation of your process and credit DYNAMO on digital media during your stay.
ELIGIBILITY & TERMS
The Long residency: Only applicants from Nordic-Baltic countries, excluding Denmark.
The Short residency: Any professional artist or group/company based anywhere in the world, including Denmark.
Applicants must be professional contemporary artists. You can apply with an already started production, we encourage applications for performances that are within a year from premiering. Very large groups, large productions, or artists based very far away may be difficult or impossible to accommodate.
WHEN & WHERE
All residencies take place at DYNAMO – Finlandkaj 6, 5000 Odense, Denmark.
The Long Residency must take place between 26th May – 21st June 2026.
The Short Residencies can take place at various times during 2026 and 2027. You will be asked to indicate a desired timeframe in the application.
how to apply
The deadline to apply is 30th September 2025.
Fill in and submit the form below. Note that you can apply for both types of residency.
The Long residency: https://forms.gle/YSTkiaeQec69zEeZ7
The Short residency: https://forms.gle/hLVsHBfWXhtAMH188
We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of gender, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or background. Due to limited funding, we may not be able to accommodate costs of travel from outside of Europe.
ASSESSMENT:
We assess all applications taking into consideration: eligibility for the theme of the call; technical and physical suitability in our space, artistic scope and suitability with our overall artistic direction, potential for the artistic development of the applicant, as described in the form. The selection of residencies aims to ensure a diverse and balanced programme.
Assessment group: Gry Lambertsen (DYNAMO Artistic Director), Ida Nørgaard (DYNAMO Producer), Elena Stanciu (DYNAMO Technical Producer) and guest assessor to be announced.
All applicants will receive a response latest 31st October 2025. Please note we may not be able to provide individual feedback for all applications.
The residency is supported by Statens Kunstfond – The Danish Arts Foundation, Musikdramatisk Netværk, Odense Municipality, and The Nordic Culture Point.
contact
Direct all questions or concerns to Elena Stanciu at elena@dynamoworkspace.dk or +45 52606505
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Forestilling
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