SAFER SPACES
What do we offer?
application form
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Polish-Czech respite residency
The three-week 'Safer Spaces' residency is a space for rest and creative reflection for dance, choreography, and performance artists from the Czech Republic and Poland – both individuals and duos.

The residency is hosted by the Pavilion of Dance and Other Performing Arts in Warsaw, and coordinated by the Czech Centre in Warsaw. We are looking for four individuals who wish to pause at the end of the year and explore their artistic practice through the lens of the residency's main theme.

NOTE! English language proficiency is required for participation. The application form must be completed in English.
  • A scholarship of 4,500 PLN gross for each resident.
  • Accommodation in Warsaw in a shared apartment (December 1–21, 2025).
  • Reimbursement of travel expenses to and from Warsaw and public transportation costs.
  • Access to the Dance Pavilion, including the stage and common areas.
Who are we looking for?
4 artists working in dance, choreography, and the performing arts from Poland (2) and the Czech Republic (2)
When?
  • Application deadline: November 2, 2025, at 11:59 p.m.
  • Residency dates: December 1–21, 2025
How to apply?
  1. Fill out the application form
  2. Write a cover letter explaining your interpretation of the topic "Safer Spaces" (max. 2,400 characters).
  3. Please include a brief description of your experience in dance, choreography, and other performing arts (max. 800 characters).
  4. Please attach your resume, portfolio, and links to your artistic portfolio.
until November 2nd at 11:59 PM
Applications
2
November 10, 20
, 2025
Results
3
from December 2025
Recruitment is ongoing!
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