Residency at Archaos

A temporary hosting arrangement of at least 10 days is offered to companies whose primary discipline is contemporary circus. This residency allows them to work on a creative project under optimal conditions.

The objectives

• Create, develop, rehearse, or finalize a performance related to circus arts.
• Research and experiment with new artistic forms or deepen a creative approach.
• Share with the public during meetings and work-in-progress showings.

Resources Provided

One of Archaos’s two large venues, the Salle In Vitro, is made available to the hosted companies. This versatile space is fully equipped to meet the technical requirements of professional performances. It includes a stage, modular seating for 150 people, and two dressing rooms located backstage. During work-in-progress showings—titled Les Rendez-vous Cirque—the venue transforms into a welcoming meeting space open to the public, featuring a bar and light catering options.

Timeline

• Duration: Residencies last between 10 and 20 days.
• Application Deadline: February 2, 2026.
• Announcement of Selected Projects: March 2026.
• Residency Period: From September 2026 to July 2027.

Eligibility criteria

• Company Profile: National or international companies whose primary creative discipline is contemporary circus.
• Project Status: Must have an ongoing project involving creation, research, adaptation, recasting (role takeover), or repertoire revival.
• Legal Status: Must have an established administrative and legal structure (non-profit, company, etc.) to support the project.
• Availability: Must be available for a minimum residency period of 10 days.