Orbital 2026 Open Call – A Residency for Students

About the Open Call

Orbital is a residency program designed for young and developing dance makers to take their first steps in creating and presenting their own choreographic work. The selected maker will participate in a 13-day residency focusing on themes of polarization, identity and belonging, or rituals, culminating in a one-hour public performance that they curate. The residency includes artistic mentoring from Dunja Jocić, professional production support, marketing assistance, and performance space.

What is Offered

13-day residency, open studio time, artistic and professional mentoring, marketing support, professional documentation (video/photos), venue for performance, technical equipment, and travel costs.

Requirements

Applicants must be students in dance or choreography based in Amsterdam. They are expected to research a choreographic idea, curate and host a public performance, and lead promotion efforts.

How to Apply

Applicants must complete the application form on the website, which requires a bio, project proposal, connection to the chosen theme, a video introduction of their concept, and a video of previous work.