ada Studio: Dance residency funding

What it is

Four five-week residencies in 2027 at ada Studio for collaborative teams of 2 dance artists at the beginning of their professional careers, supporting a research process with studio space, stipend, and professional support.

Who it is for

Collaborative teams of 2 dance artists at the beginning of their professional careers in contemporary dance, whose main place of work and residence is Berlin.

Open to artists in Germany.

The call says: “Source page restricts to Berlin”

Where

Berlin, Germany

When

November 9, 2026

Runs February 1, 2027 to August 8, 2027

What you get

Five-week residency with daily studio access (10:00-16:00) for four weeks, €2,500 stipend per resident, dramaturgical and technical support, and press and public relations support.

What you need to apply

• Concept for a research project with a clearly defined question, up to 3000 words
• Methodology for addressing the question, with a particular focus on explaining the collaborative working method, up to 2000 words
• Short bios of both applicants, up to 1600 words
• Statement on where each applicant positions themselves within the field of contemporary dance, up to 2000 words
• Preferred residency period selection
• Video message introducing the applicants and their project (no longer than 5 minutes; Vimeo or YouTube link)

How long it takes

About 2 days of work

Long application. Estimated from the 6 items this application asks for, not from the organisation.

Cost to apply

Free

Apply

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