Open call for applications: Oslo Danser – Dance projects for outdoor performances, spring 2026
Dansens Dager 2026 have received extra funding from the City of Oslo and Sparebankstiftelsen DNB to support performances by professional dance artists in public spaces. Would you like to be part of Oslo Danser? Application deadline: 2 December 2025.
On Saturday 25 April, Dansens Dager, in collaboration with other cultural institutions, will establish four outdoor performance sites in central Oslo. More information about the locations will be shared later. There will also be one or more performances at another location on Wednesday 29 April.
Last year, we expanded the Dansens Dager project Dans i bybildet, where everyone is invited to perform their dance in Oslo’s streets during the celebration. In 2025 we were able to offer fees to professional dance artists, who—together with non-professionals across a range of genres—presented a diverse dance programme for the public.
We want Oslo Danser to be a space where dancers can meet and share, no matter their age, style, genre, background, or education. We also want to encourage collaboration and exchange between professional artists and dance enthusiasts.
Application Guidelines for Oslo Danser
We offer 5 rehearsal days with a guaranteed fee of NOK 2,000 per day per person.
We offer 2 performance days with 2–3 showings, with a guaranteed fee of NOK 5,000 per day per person.
The project covers only fees for rehearsals and performances; any additional expenses must be covered by the applicants.
We are looking for projects that are already completed or in the final stages of development.
All participants must be professional dance artists, and based in Norway.
All participants must be available for performances on Saturday 26 April and Wednesday 29 April.
All selected projects must submit text and image(s) for marketing purposes within the agreed deadline.
Some administrative work will be required, but the Dansens Dager team will ensure this is kept to a minimum.
Technical support is limited – primarily sound only.
The project must be suitable for outdoor performance. Locations will be assigned as soon as possible.
You may apply with up to six performers per project.
Performance duration should be 10–20 minutes.
Selection Process
The comittee will meet in december, and base their decision on the following criteria:
· The project’s artistic originality
· How the piece fits within the overall programme
· Whether the project is realistic to carry out
· How well it meets the practical requirements
· The applicant’s motivation for taking part
Submit your application through the application form no later than 2 December 2025.
The selection process will take place in December, and selected projects will receive an offer by 15 December. All applicants will be notified by 19 December.
For any questions, please contact us at post@dansensdager.no or +47 480 28 700.