International Performance Residency
A global residency designed to inspire and broaden the artist in any discipline & at any stage in their career, deepening their relationship with collaborative performance in an intercultural context.
Calling all
Actors
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Musicians
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Dancers
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Directors
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Designers
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Dramaturgs
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Choreographers
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Playwrights
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Actors • Musicians • Dancers • Directors • Designers • Dramaturgs • Choreographers • Playwrights •
Deadline for applications to Greece: April 20, 2025.
Work with OYL Theater Company in the remote, breathtaking locations of Varadenahalli Village, India; Lake Nojiri, Japan; and Papingo, Greece. Collaborate with and perform alongside our company members in the premiere of Lisa Sanaye Dring’s Arms in both Greek and English. Intrinsic to artistic activities, programming also includes hikes into the stunning natural environment, and excursions into the cultural landscape of each country.
OYL welcomes artists of all disciplines (actors, musicians, dancers, directors, designers, dramaturgs, choreographers, playwrights) to apply at any stage in their studies and/or career. We aim to create an international company that is cross-disciplinary, multigenerational, and multicultural.
Papingo, Greece
Varadenahalli Village, India
Lake Nojiri, Japan
The Details
Applications are OPEN for Greece (Program C), and the deadline to apply is April 20, 2025. Apply HERE.
2025 Dates:
Greece Only (Program C): July 11, - August 12, 2025
Full Residency (Program A): June 9 - August 12, 2025
India & Japan Only (Program B): June 9, - July 9, 2025
2025 People:
OYL artistic team to be announced. Read artist bios from past years here, and read testimonials from past participants here.
2025 Applications:
Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis, space permitting. There is a non-refundable application fee of $49.00.
2025 Program Cost:
Greece Only (Program C): $5,500
Full Residency (Program A): $11,000
India & Japan Only (Program B): $5,500
We encourage potential applicants to not be deterred by the program cost.
The Babis Gousias Memorial Fund application closed on February 2, 2025. However, OYL remains committed to supporting those in need. If you require financial assistance, reach out to Ianthe Demos via email or call to explore possible options—we’re here to help.
Applications
OYL International Performance Residency Application:
Currently Open to Program C Only
The Babis Gousias Memorial Fund Application:
Currently Closed
Accepted Applicant?
“Daring to unearth and excavate the modernity of Greek myths, daring to produce them as contemporary theater, and perhaps most important, passing this dare on to future generations. The evolution of the OYL Company is an act of repair, an act of love and hope in a world that is self-destructing before our eyes.”
— Gabrielle Cody, OYL International Artist
