About The Project
Bridging the A-I-R brings together six partners from Czechia, Slovakia, Hungary, Italy, Germany and Spain to improve how artistic residencies work. From 2026 to 2030 we test practical models, share experiences and build a connected network of ART-IN-RES platforms. For artists this means clearer information and more opportunities. For host organisations it offers resources, mentoring and shared learning. The project focuses on sustainable mobility, fair conditions and strong local connections, informed by participants' experiences and open to the field.
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Find a residency
Explore national ART-IN-RES platforms where artists find residency opportunities and host organisations publish their calls.
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Residencies
Explore the models, pilot residencies and open calls that make up Bridging the A-I-R's residency programme.
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Research
Open-access methodologies, manuals and strategic documents for the residency field.
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Events & News
Open calls, public showings and project news from all six partner countries.
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Contacts
Six partner organisations from six countries, and the people behind the project.
Find a residency · ART-IN-RES platforms
Looking for a residency or a place to host artistic work? ART-IN-RES helps connect artists and residency providers. Bridging the A-I-R supports three national platforms — Czechia, Slovakia and Hungary — with practical information about residency venues and opportunities. Choose where to start.
Residencies in practice
Residency models
What makes a residency useful for artists, hosts and the place where it happens? Our research describes ten residency scenarios and selects four for practical testing. The focus is on how residencies connect with local contexts, how artists travel, how learning is supported and how the work can continue after the stay. The results support both experienced hosts and organisations starting their first residency programme.
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Pilot tested
Production & Creation
Supports professional artistic creation across all stages of the process, from research to final presentation. Instead of pushing artists toward a finished piece, the model creates optimal conditions for experimentation, development and public sharing. Formats remain flexible — works in progress, open studios, performances or workshops. For individual artists, groups and companies working in theatre, dance, circus, performance and interdisciplinary practices.
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Pilot tested
Community-Based
Treats the residency as a space for co-creation with local people and places. Artists work in dialogue with the community through open exchange, voluntary participation and shared experience. Local knowledge and relationships become creative resources. For artists, groups and collectives in rural, peripheral or urban settings — typically 10 to 14 days, with reciprocal benefits that continue after the residency ends.
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Pilot tested
Cross-Disciplinary
Brings artists together with professionals from other fields — education, sciences, ecology, technology — to open new ways of thinking, researching and creating. Infrastructure gives access to specialised resources, equipment and expertise beyond the arts. For individuals, groups and established companies ready for professional-level collaboration across disciplines. Typically 7 to 20 days, with outcomes ranging from research and prototypes to performances and public presentations.
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Pilot tested
Organisational Development
Strengthens the people, teams and organisations that make artistic work possible. Instead of focusing on an artistic output, this residency gives organisations time and space to reflect, plan and learn together — through coaching, peer learning, job shadowing and strategic planning. For artistic directors, producers, cultural managers and whole teams. Short format (2 to 10 days), with outcomes such as action plans, strategic roadmaps and new working methods.
The full proposal of ten residency models — including those not selected for pilot testing — is available as an open-access publication.
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Proposal of 10 Model Scenarios for Residency Practice
Programme
The project will test four residency models through 12 pilot residencies across six countries. Each pilot connects the needs of its artist with the host organisation's context. The schedule below shows planned residencies with model, dates and local context.
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May 2027 · SpainCommunity-Based Residency in Spain
Hosted by Inestable · Community-Based
A community-based residency hosted in Spain in May 2027, open to artists based in Czechia. The programme supports creative work through dialogue with the local community, with on-site mediation and translation support. Open Call with full details will be published in the week of 9 November 2026.
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May 2027 · CzechiaCross-Disciplinary Residency in Czechia
Hosted by Nová síť z.s. · Cross-Disciplinary
A cross-disciplinary residency hosted in Czechia in May 2027, open to artists based in Spain. The programme brings artists together with professionals from other fields to open new ways of researching and creating. Open Call with full details will be published in the week of 9 November 2026.
Reports
What did the residency make possible, and what could work better next time? This section will share reflections from residents, hosts and mentors across the project. Reports are added as residencies take place and reviewed by the partner organisations before publication.
Reports from artists, hosts and mentors will appear here as residencies take place.
Project outputs · Research, methodology, manuals
Explore public research, practical guides and tools developed through Bridging the A-I-R. These resources are intended for artists, host organisations and funders working with residencies. All resources are published in English and may be used freely for non-commercial purposes with attribution.
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Sustainability Methodology In preparation
A practical resource for considering environmental impact, working conditions and the local context of residencies. The methodology will cover travel, hospitality, waste, fair compensation and community relationships. Published later in the project with case examples.
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Proposal of 10 Model Scenarios for Residency Practice Available
Open document →This document presents ten approaches to artistic residency practice and explains the criteria used to select four of them for practical testing. The scenarios cover different host contexts, artist profiles and local conditions. Developed by the Bridging the A-I-R working group.
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ART-IN-RES Platform Guide In preparation
A practical introduction to using the national ART-IN-RES platforms. The guide will help residency providers publish information about their venues and opportunities and help artists navigate the platforms when planning a residency. Available later in the project.
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Mentoring Guide In preparation
A practical resource for people supporting learning and professional development through residencies. The guide will describe mentor roles, offer tested techniques and ethical considerations. Developed by mentors involved in the project and published later with case examples.
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Jointly Approved Manual for Open Call and Selection Criteria Available
Open document →A shared guide to preparing clear residency calls and assessing applications consistently. It covers writing calls that are open to applicants from different backgrounds, forming a selection panel, and giving feedback. Used across the Bridging the A-I-R pilot residencies.
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Policy Brief In preparation
Recommendations for cultural organisations, public authorities and funders, informed by the project's practical experience. The brief will summarise what works, where support is most needed and how residency practice can continue after the project. Published toward the end of the project.
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Press & Media Ongoing
Press materials and media coverage of Bridging the A-I-R. For press enquiries, please contact Magdalena Košárková, Communication Manager (see Contacts).
Events & News · What is happening right now
Follow residency calls, project meetings and public activities. Each listing will include practical information about who it is for, when and where it takes place, how to join or register, and in which language it will be held. Events are added as they are confirmed by the partners.
Upcoming programme
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Mon, 9 November 2026 · Online09/11Open Calls Launch: Residencies in Spain and Czechia
Organised by Bridging the A-I-R project partners
Opening of two calls for May 2027 pilot residencies: a Community-Based residency in Spain for artists from Czechia, and a Community-Based residency in Czechia for artists from Spain. Full details — host venues, selection criteria, support and dates — will be published in the week of 9 November 2026 on the national ART-IN-RES platforms and here on btair.eu.
Contacts · More about partners
Bridging the A-I-R brings together six partner organisations from Czechia, Slovakia, Hungary, Italy, Germany and Spain. We combine experience from local residency programmes, cultural networks and performing arts venues. Together we develop practical models for how residencies can work across different contexts in Europe.
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Lead partner novasit.cz →
Nová síť z.s.
Czechia
Nová síť is a Czech service and advisory organisation for live arts and open culture. It connects artists, cultural organisations and public bodies, develops residency programmes and supports the independent cultural sector through advocacy and professional training. Nová síť leads Bridging the A-I-R and coordinates its communication, research and public sharing of results.
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Partner · SK antenanet.sk → 
Anténa
Slovakia
Anténa is a Slovak network of independent cultural centres and organisations. It connects cultural initiatives, supports exchange between regions and strengthens the position of independent culture in Slovak public life. Anténa coordinates the Slovak ART-IN-RES platform and contributes training activities to Bridging the A-I-R.
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Partner · IT idrateatro.it → 
IDRA Teatro
Italy
IDRA Teatro is a performing arts organisation based in Brescia, Italy, working with contemporary creation and artistic development. It programmes performances, runs residency activities and connects artists with local audiences and professional partners. IDRA leads networking and capacity-building activities in Bridging the A-I-R.
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Partner · ES espacioinestable.com →
Inestable
Spain
Inestable is a performing arts organisation based in Valencia, Spain, connecting artistic creation, programming and research. It contributes to the design and evaluation of residency models within Bridging the A-I-R and will host pilot residencies in Spain.
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Partner · DE broellin.de → 
schloss bröllin e.V.
Germany
schloss bröllin is an international centre for performing arts and artistic residencies in a historic estate in north-eastern Germany. It supports artistic processes through long-term residencies, workshops and professional meetings. schloss bröllin contributes residency hosting and practical expertise in sustainable mobility to Bridging the A-I-R.
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Partner · HU mettrin.hu → 
METTRIN Arts Center
Hungary
METTRIN Arts Center is an arts venue in Bánk, Hungary, providing space for cultural activities and exchange. Within Bridging the A-I-R, METTRIN coordinates the Hungarian ART-IN-RES platform and will host pilot residencies and public events.
Project & communication contacts
For press enquiries and partnership proposals, please contact the communication manager.