Circ-Exchange-Week 2026

What it is

Circ-Exchange Week brings together emerging artists from circus and physical theater for five days at the Zirkusquartier in Switzerland. The week provides space for practical research, workshops, and exchange with the Swiss circus scene. Participants will work on their own projects or ideas, attend group warm-ups and workshops led by Luisa Schmitz and Caro Wuttke, and share work-in-progress with the public. The week includes a Production Café on October 30 offering advice on production questions. Focus areas include fair practice, communication culture, and collaboration.

Who it is for

Emerging artists in circus and physical theater who completed or started training within the last five years and have basic English language skills.

Open to artists in Switzerland.

The call says: “Source page restricts to Switzerland”

Where

United Kingdom

When

September 30, 2026, 7 days left

Runs October 28, 2026 to November 1, 2026

What you get

Five days of practical research, workshops, and exchange at the Zirkusquartier including facilities, lodging, and meals. Travel expenses are not covered. Work concludes with a public work-in-progress presentation on November 1.

What you need to apply

• Letter of motivation explaining why you want to participate and which topics interest you
• Description of the project you want to work on, including technical requirements
• CV

How long it takes

About 4 hours

Medium application. Estimated from the 3 items this application asks for, not from the organisation.

Cost to apply

Free

Apply

https://www.nationalcircus.org.uk/opportunity/circ-exchange-week-2026/