Deadline: 14-Nov-2025
The Tanja Liedtke Foundation Fellowship provides support to an emerging dance-theatre artist based in Europe.
The fellowship encourages exploration, innovation, and personal growth within the vibrant realm of dance-theatre. Applicants are invited to propose their own itineraries, which may include mentorships, workshops, artistic residencies to develop new work, and collaborations with established artists and organisations. The primary focus is on personal exploration and creative expression.
This fellowship marks a new approach compared to previous formats, allowing the recipient to engage deeply with their artistic practice, gain valuable insights, and shape experiences that will influence their future work. Alongside financial support, the foundation offers ongoing assistance to help fellows develop proposals, liaise with collaborating organisations and receive feedback throughout the creative process.
The fellowship provides funding of up to €10,000, support in shaping proposals, guidance on organising projects, and assistance during the artistic process. The fellowship is open to European residents aged 35 and under, and must be completed within a maximum length of one month between April 1st and September 1st, 2026.
Submissions must include a curriculum vitae and supporting artistic materials, a proposal description of no more than 1000 words, a personal video statement, and a detailed budget outlining the proposed use of fellowship funds. Shortlisted applicants will be invited to a one-hour online interview with industry professionals between December 1st and 5th, 2025, with the final fellowship decision communicated by December 12th, 2025.
Upon completion of the fellowship, recipients are required to submit a report within 30 days detailing their experiences, activities, and outcomes, along with sufficient video or photographic documentation of their creative process. Compliance with these reporting requirements is essential for eligibility in future foundation projects and for receiving endorsements.
Applications closes on November 14th, 2025.
For more information, visit Tanja Liedtke Foundation.