
" circusnext | Open Call for Circus Projects 2026 "
circusnext | Open Call for Circus Projects 2026
circusnext awards projects from emerging circus authors throughout Europe
circusnext intends to build an ecosystem for artistic risk-taking, research and experimentation. On an annual basis, circusnext launches a call for projects to identify and support emerging circus authors throughout Europe. Its primary goal is to care for and encourage the development of new generations of innovative creative spirits in the circus sector, who dare to experiment and question the current artistic boundaries. This open call is intended for emerging artists who are currently developing their upcoming circus creation.
INFO
AMOUNT
- € 3,000 for each of the Finalist projects
- € 5,000 for each of the Laureate projects (in addition to the € 3,000 above mentioned)
APPLICATION DEADLINE
March 31, 2025 at noon (CET)
ELIGIBLE COUNTRIES
ELIGIBILITY
- Emerging circus author, no age limit
- Creation in progress, no premiere before September 2026
- With a 1st or 2nd creation in France, Belgium, the Netherlands
- With a 1st, 2nd or 3rd creation in other Creative Europe countries
APPLICATION DETAILS
The application process unfolds online and includes:
An online form to collect general information on the project and the authors
Obligatory documents that will be uploaded through the online form:
- Project presentation – template provided
- Link to a video
- Artistic dossier or creation material
- Provisional creation calendar
For further information about the application process and eligibility criteria please read the full open call document here.
NOTE
*The calls that are listed on our website are shared for informational purposes and are sometimes subject to change. Please visit the organization's official open call website for up-to-date information.
DEADLINE
2025-03-31
TYPE OF SUPPORT
Public funding
FUNDING COUNTRIES
All EU Countries