Do you have ample experience in the areas of urban culture, talent development and interdisciplinarity in the performing arts? As part of our staff, you will play a key role in these focus areas.

Read more about the job. Any questions? Don’t hesitate to get in touch, we’re happy to tell you more about it. Please note: Dutch language proficiency is required for this position.

The desk for the ‘Werkbijdrage Theatertekst’ (financial support programme for playwrights, programme available in Dutch only) will open on 2 June. Are you a playwright and working on a new text? Then be sure to mark 2 June on your calendar. The deadline for applications is 3 September 2025.

Read more about the ‘Werkbijdrage Theatertekst’

Are you based on Bonaire and active in music, theatre or dance? Or do you work at a venue or festival on the island? On Wednesday 4 June 2025 we are hosting an online consultation, specifically for Bonaire. You can obtain information about our grant programmes and can ask all your questions. Also if you’re not sure whether your work is eligible for a grant programme, you’re more than welcome to join!

Register here for the online consultation

Are you a theatre, performance or dance maker, and interested in international exchange? Would you like to grow your network abroad? Then apply now for the networking trip to Festival Santarcangelo in Italy! The Performing Arts Fund NL will select eight professionals to participate in this event from Wednesday 9 to Sunday 13 July 2025.

Read more about the Open Call or register right away

In June 2025, three festivals are hosting special visitors’ programmes for international programmers and producers from the performing arts world. These programmes offer the visitors an opportunity to discover and meet Dutch performers, to attend performances, and to build long-term contacts. This contributes to the international profile of Dutch makers.

See the participating festivals here

The DEN Conference on 12 and 13 June is an online event for cultural professionals wishing to explore the future of digital culture. On 12 and 13 June, international experts including speakers from Tate, the BBC and Next Nature will share their views on topics such as AI, immersive experiences and creative leadership. This year’s theme is devoted to the entanglement of the digital world and the cultural sector, and how we can navigate this dynamic landscape.

View the programme and register via www.den.nl