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The ‘Dance Research NRW’ 2026 call will start on 1 September
NRW KULTURsekretariat
About the Open Call
The NRWKS scholarship programme enables dance artists to undertake residencies lasting several weeks for theme-based, production-independent research. By supporting location-specific research, the programme aims to stimulate international artistic practice and mobility that goes beyond the production and touring of works. It addresses professionals in the field of dance who, by expanding their artistic practices, can also enrich a specific cultural ecosystem. The aim is to foster dialogue on artistic values and working methods, fostering new forms of collaboration.
What is Offered
Grants of up to 6,000 euros and a documentation budget of up to 1,000 euros.
Requirements
The call for the ‘Dance Research NRW’ 2026 is open from September 1st to October 20th, 2025. A total of four scholarships will be awarded for 2026: to dance artists based outside Germany, planning a research stay in one of the 20 NRWKS member cities; to dance artists who live and work primarily in one of the 20 NRWKS member cities, planning a research stay abroad. It addresses professionals in the field of dance.
How to Apply
Further information as well as the application form will be available for download from September on the NRW KULTURsekretariat website.
Key Information
Deadline
October 20, 2025
Location
Wuppertal, Germany
Categories
Compensation
paid
This call is no longer accepting applications.