Research Labs
With Research Labs, we invite three or four artists/companies to work alongside each other in Leuven for two weeks, guided by an external coach. This Open Call is for circusartists to freely experiment, conduct artistic research, exchange ideas, and reflect together without the pressure of a final result.
Research Labs takes place from September 8 to September 20, 2025. These two weeks are intended for both starting and experienced circus artists who wish to explore a new artistic direction. In addition to individual working time and personal guidance, we provide space for exchange between the projects and offer a masterclass on methodologies and tools for artistic research. We conclude with a collective sharing moment where the artists present their work to a broader audience.
Research Labs
From 8 to September 20, 2025, in Leuven.
Deadline: closed
What do we offer?
- Workspace: From September 8 to 20 , 2025, each project will have its own space.
- A masterclass on methodologies and tools for artistic research.
- Coaching and guidance from experts selected by CIRKLABO based on the projects.
- CIRKLABO will highlight your project.
- Technical support: Basic technical equipment is available, including a sound system, microphone, and projector.
- Accommodation: There is an opportunity to stay with host families.
- Financial support: Per diems (€24 per day per artist), transportation reimbursement (up to €350 per project - we prefer sustainable transportation).
For whom is it?
Both starting and more experienced circus makers who want to test a new idea or take a different artistic direction. If you have any questions, please contact info@cirklabo.be.
This Open Call is not only for individual artists.
Selection procedure
- We assess whether your motivation and expectations align with the project.
- The positioning of the artistic research.
- Team Cirklabo, along with an external jury, will select three or four projects that align with Research Labs