Open Call: 3rd Mostra.BRABA

In collaboration with Alkantara, BRABA.plataforma is looking for dance, theatre or performance projects to present at the 3rd Mostra.BRABA, part of Alkantara Festival 2024.

Applications now closed


This application will select one or two projects created by artists for whom issues related to gender or identity are central to their research or artistic practice.

What we offer:

- presentation fee between €1.000 and €2.500 (max.)
- accommodation in Lisbon for up to 4 people (if necessary)
- travel up to a maximum of €500 (if necessary)
- production and technical support for the public presentation of the project at the Alkantara Festival (1 to 2 presentations) between 28 and 30 November 2024, at Espaço Alkantara in Lisbon


BRABA.plataforma was created in 2022 to support creative initiatives aimed at or led by people researching identity and gender. This year, it will present a programme of short performances at Espaço Alkantara, in Lisbon, from 28 to 30 November, as part of the Alkantara Festival.

Who can apply?

Artists living in Portugal or in another European country.
Artists or structures with completed theatre, dance or performance projects can apply.
Projects that only send partial or promotional videos will not be considered.
Projects must be technically suited to the studio at Espaço Alkantara and a shared presentation programme. For the preparation of the presentations, the selected projects must include people responsible for technique in their team.
Projects may involve other artistic practices or disciplines.
We encourage applications from trans, non-binary and queer artists, BIPOC (Black, indigenous, people of colour), from all cultures, religions, nationalities, diverse functionalities, ages and socio-economic backgrounds.

How to apply?

Submit your project using this form from 12 June to 5 July 2024. Proposals can be written in Portuguese, English or Spanish.
The shortlisted people should be available for a chat by zoom on 19 or 20 July 2024, at an agreed time.
The results will be communicated by email on 26 July 2024.
The selection is of the responsibility of BRABA.plataforma and is not subject to appeal.

Please submit any questions you may have by email at candidaturas@alkantara.pt.