Open Call - residency QPWFMB

We are looking for queer artists with a forced migration background who want to dedicate two weeks to developing their artistic practice. In November 2026, during the international NEXT Festival, you’ll receive time, space, and support to create new work and connect with a wide network of international artists and curators.

Language should never be a barrier: you do not need to speak fluent Dutch or English. If needed, we provide translation or interpretation support, ensuring smooth communication with the residency team and the residency’s program leader.

Application

Process:

Deadline to apply: 30 September 2026

How to apply: by sending a mail to: schouwburg@kortrijk.be

The basic conditions provided to all residencies are: the use of the studio, accommodation for the team, lunches during week days. In addition, we also provide an artist’s fee, per diem and a production budget of 1,000 euros.

Selection

The selection procedure will take place after 30 September, this alongside Queers on the Move, Schouwburg Kortrijk and Kunstencentrum Buda.

Spaces

In general, residencies take place in the rehearsal studios of Budatoren.

Residency houses

There are two residence houses with a shared kitchen and bathrooms. Lodging in residence houses is a part of the residency, and often a decisive argument in setting the residency calendar: we want to make the best use of available opportunities.

Lunch

Each afternoon we provide a free vegetarian lunch for residents. It usually consists of soup with bread and spread.

Possibilities in technical assistance

• Technical support at set-up and during the residency, including use of technical infrastructure and resources.
• The construction of (modest) scenography and objects – with know-how of:
  
  • Theatre-mechanics: knots ropes and pulleys
  • Electronics
  • Metal- and woodworks
  • Knowhow, research and advice in technical purchases and rentals.
  • A network of bigger and smaller manufacturers of technical gears
• Adaptations in and customising tech purchases.
• Assist in designing and drawing a lightplot.
• Expertise in setting – multi-media (exhibitions) and location projects.
• Converting video to cinema-projection.
• Expertise in (research for) manufacturers of (non-technical) materials.
• Drawing and writing a technical rider.

Other expertises:

• Broad network (substantive and organisational links) of partners, organisations and administrations in city and (EU) region, NEXT Festival.
• Content-talks and reflection

Applications

Applications for residencies can be submitted via schouwburg@kortrijk.be mentioning: Residency QPWFMB

Applications may be submitted in English, French, …
Deadline: 30 september 2026

Please answer the following questions in your application:

• A brief description of the project (a few lines up to a maximum of one A4 page)
• Brief information about your artistic practice and previous projects; video links are welcome (maximum 1 page)

*We are aware of the complexity and potential obstacles that may be involved in travelling to France for Next Festival. That is why we would like to review the possibilities with you and explore the best options, without compromising your situation or safety.