Rosendal Teater invites emerging and established artists and curators based in Trøndelag to participate in a unique workshop led by the internationally acclaimed artist collective, Mammalian Diving Reflex (Canada).

Dates: 14–20 of February, 2025
Location: Rosendal Teater, Trondheim

What to Expect

"ADRIFT in Trondheim" is an immersive, week-long workshop designed to explore the intersections of experimental and socially-engaged performing arts. Participants will experiment with and learn about conceptualising and curating participatory performances that centre the lives, stories, and experiences of local communities.

Through engaging with Trondheim’s residents, we will:

• Develop experimental and socially-engaged performance-making practices, how performance ideas are conceived, and how to bring programming partners onboard

• Develop performance concepts inspired by interactions with local communities.

• Present and pitch these ideas to a live audience and the artistic department from Rosendal Teater at Rosendal Kafe on Thursday the 20^th of February.

The workshop is practical, interactive, and rooted in collaboration and exploration, guided by the renowned methods of Mammalian Diving Reflex.

Why Join?

This is a rare opportunity to:

• Work closely with a globally recognized artist collective.

• Expand your knowledge and practice of participatory and site-specific performance-making.

• Meet and collaborate with local residents, artists, and curators.

• Work collaboratively to develop and pitch concepts

Who Should Apply?

We welcome:

• Emerging and established artists or curators (aged 18+) based in Trøndelag.

• Those with an interest in experimental, participatory, socially-engaged performing arts.

• Individuals who enjoy connecting with people, asking bold questions, and creating meaningful experiences.

Practical Details

• Daily Schedule: Workshops run from 10 AM to 4 PM, 14–20 of February 2025.

• Compensation: An artist compensation of kr. 5000 for the week.

• Virtual Introduction: A preparatory meeting will take place online on the 22^nd of January 2025 at 2 PM (CET).

• You should expect to hear from us the week starting the 6^th of January 2025.

How to Apply

Please send your application to tonje@rosendalteater.no by 11 AM on the 19^th of December, with the subject OPEN CALL ADRIFT including:

1. Your Name and Contact Information: Email and phone number.
2. Short Biography: Describe your background and interests in the performing arts (100–200 words).
3. Motivation Statement: Why do you want to participate in this workshop? (100–200 words).
4. Local Insight: Tell us about an interesting person in Trondheim that not many people know about (100–200 words).
5. Relevant Experience: Briefly describe your experience with socially-engaged performance (if any).
6. Portfolio or Links: Share a link to your website, social media, or other relevant work.
7. Accessibility Needs: Let us know if there’s anything we should consider to support your full participation. The workshop will be held in English, would you need a translator to participate?
8. Other Information: Share anything else you feel is important for us to know.

About Mammalian Diving Reflex

Mammalian Diving Reflex, founded by Darren O’Donnell in 1993, is a trailblazing artist collective known for their innovative, socially-engaged art. Their works dismantle barriers, foster dialogue, and create engaging, thought-provoking experiences that connect audiences across cultural, social, and economic boundaries. Mammalian Diving Reflex's performances have been experienced across 200+ tours in 105 cities in 29 countries.

This project is supported in part thanks to grants from the Canada Council for the Arts, Ontario Arts Council and the Government of Ontario.

For more information, visit www.mammalian.ca.

Don't miss out

Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to experiment, connect, and create with one of the most innovative collectives in contemporary performance art. We can’t wait to hear from you!