OPEN CALL FOR RESIDENCIES 2027
- vor 15 Stunden
- 3 Min. Lesezeit
Focus: #intersectional feminism, #queer feminism & #your topic
RedSapata Kunst-, Kultur- und Tanzinitiative is excited to announce an open call for artist residencies in 2027! We are looking for innovative, multidisciplinary projects that explore themes of intersectional and specifically queer feminism in relation to dance, art and creative processes, though we remain open to other themes related to nature, society, politics, and the body. A core part of our mission is to champion contemporary performances by women and queer artists that engage with intersectional themes. We are committed to creating inclusive and equitable conditions, enabling (queer) women* artists to flourish and amplify their voices.
Therefore women artists and collectives as well as queer individuals of all disciplines, especially those in the field of dance, are encouraged to apply. Multidisciplinary projects that integrate the body as a medium are also welcome. The selected artists will benefit from a supportive working environment, including studio space and optional accommodations (for max. 4 artists at a time, according to current room availability), to develop their artistic vision. Below are the key details and focus areas for this residency opportunity:
Focus Areas
1. Intersectional Feminism
We are looking forward to artistic proposals, addressing urgent socio-political questions, with a focus on intersectional feminist perspectives. We encourage applications from bold artistic voices that challenge the status quo, make invisible positions visible. We invite artists to examine questions of identity, power, and representation across race, class, gender, and ability.
2. Queer Feminism
We are excited to support projects from artistic queer individuals that push boundaries and question norms through performance and visual arts. These works should foster exchange and critically engage with contemporary realities of queer women*. We are interested in projects that ask questions of fluidity, resistance, and the politics of the body. These applicants should investigate the evolving relationship between queer identity and artistic expression, and reflect on how queer feminism challenges and reimagines the boundaries of creativity and community.
3. General Focus on Artistic Expression
We welcome a wide range of artistic proposals, focusing on projects that creatively engage with the contemporary world. Whether your work touches on societal dynamics, climate, or political discourse, we encourage applications from artists who challenge norms and present fresh perspectives.
Residency Details
Selected artists will receive studio space at SONNENSTEIN LOFT or our second venue AUBERGiNE in Linz, Austria, for an approximate two-week residency. In specific cases it is possible to stay for up to four weeks. The studio spaces vary between 52m² and 180m², with flexible arrangements for usage. Artists may also request accommodations in artist rooms at AUBERGiNE (max. 2 persons per room), subject to availability.
While the residency primarily offers workspace, artists are encouraged to seek additional funding for travel, per diems, and production costs. There is no obligation for a public performance, but residents are invited to share their work in a studio showing or submit for future performance events.
Application Process- Application Deadline: 31st of May 2026
Residency Period: Starting 2027 & tailored based on studio availability as well as artist preferencesTo apply, submit a single PDF document containing:
1. Residency Proposal: Detailed description (max. 3 pages) of your residency project. The jury should be able to have a clear overview of your project through this description. Please include:
Concept of the work
Brief methodology or how you plan to use the studio time
Names of the artist or team of artists participating in your residency
Video links to your work, if available.
Are you co-producing the work with other partner institutions or receiving funding? Please let us know about it.
Scheduled dates for premiere or further performances, if available.
2. Biography/CV: A short bio or CV of the main artists involved (max. 1 page per artist).
3. Additional Info (optional): Include any co-productions, funding, or scheduled performances, if relevant.
Please ensure the PDF file is no larger than 5 MB and name the file in this format: “Artist Name_Project.pdf”.
Submit your proposal via the online
For any questions, please contact us at artists@redsapata.com with the subject line RESIDENCY 2027.
We look forward to receiving your projects!
