ARTISTIC RESIDENCIES
„M O V E S“
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.
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.
Rounds overview and residencies periods:
Round 1 | Application Deadline: 15.08.2026
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Mid-Term Residency: 07. - 25.09.2026
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Short Term Residency: 14. - 25.09.2026
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Showing on the 26.9.2026, SOZO vim
Round 2 | Application Deadline: 31.08.2026
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Mid-Term Residency: 28.9. - 19.10.2026
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Short Term Residency: 05. - 19.10.2026
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Showing on the 20.10.2026, Dock 4 - Deck 1
Round 3 | Application Deadline: 28.09.2026
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Long Term Residency: 26.10. - 16.12.2026
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Mid Term Residency: 23.11. - 16.12.2026
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Showing on the 17.12.2026 , Dock 4, Halle
Detailed Information
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:
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From regional artists who are based in Kassel and North Hessen
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Artists that don't have access to an own studio or space
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Projects that have not (yet) received any funding (e. g. Stadt Kassel, HMWK, Next Steps, or others)
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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.
What do we offer within this artistic residency program?
At the end of each round there will be the possibility to showcase the projects in any format that is appropriate, such as open rehearsals, showings, performance lecture, installation, among others. Artists and/or collectives are welcome to choose the format and inform the organisation team about their needs, according to the technical scoop offered from each venue - SOZO vim and Kulturhaus Dock 4.
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Each selected artist/collective in residency will be given a grant allowance of 200 € (euros) to use for their project as “Sachkosten" / materials.
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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.
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Furthermore the artists will receive five (5) hours of mentoring paid by Tanzwerk*Kassel to support their project.
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After each residency period, artists will receive the full documentation (photos and video) and a 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) - ein Raum für Bewegung” selected by Next Steps (2026).
Important to know:
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Only one application can be submitted under the same name/email.
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Be aware of the criteria.
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It is required availability to commit to the schedule offered during the residency period.
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Applications must be written in English language, including the files to be uploaded.
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Studios are booked at Kulturhaus Dock 4 in the afternoon period, and at SOZO vim in the evening period. Artists/collectives will alternate/rotate locations each week of the residency period.
Application Submission
Applications are submitted via a Google form. Please, click on the button, and you will be redirected to the form page directly.
What do you need to prepare to apply via the Google form?
1. Project proposal
Project proposal containing synopsis, description; timeframe; mentoring aspect desired - max 3 pages. >> Synopsis of your project (very brief description and overview in one short paragraph) >> Detailed Description of your project, no longer than one (1) page. (Is it a working in progress? Is it a new project starting from scratch? Tell us about it and how you envision it). >> Timeframe: how would you organise yourself during the residency period chosen by you, including using the 5 hours with your mentor. >> Specify in which aspect you would like to receive mentoring. Please, give priority to one main aspect. e. g. dramaturgy, choreography, voice/music/sound, light design/technician, use of multimedia, performance art, working inter/multi/transdisciplinary, or others. Please note that all of these requested topics must be in one (1) pdf file to be uploaded under Project Proposal via the form.
3. Pictures of your previous or current working in progress
Please, select two (2) photos of your previous or current work in progress, please provide one photo as an option in the vertical and the other in the horizontal. >> These pictures are already asked to be used for advertisements for Tanzwerk's website and social media channel, in case your project is selected.
2. Letter of motivation
Please, write to us about your motivation towards this artistic residency in 1 page: - Why is it important to you/group/collective to have this opportunity? - Which goals do you envision to achieve?
4. Video links of works from you/ group /collective
Please, organise and/or select video links from your current or previous work.