applications

It is not necessary to write a formal application to The Laboratory if you have a good idea for an experiment. Likewise, fancy layout and pictures are not required. But it is a good idea to keep the following questions in mind:

1. How is your idea or proposal an experiment, an investigation or an examination – and what exactly is the purpose?
2. Can the experiment result in something which might be of use to other stage artist – methods, reflection, processes?
3. Is there something very specific which is important for you to try out before the beginning of a production or a rehearsal period? Something you will otherwise not have the time to try out, or which you feel is necessary to examine before starting out?

Give us an estimate – not necessary a binding one – of how much time you need, the number of participating artists, special expenses. If you have received any funding or can in any way contribute to the conduction of the experiment, or if you think you will be able to obtain funding/grants for travel, accommodation, other expenses etc. please remember to mention this. (Naturally, co-financing is not a requirement, but it is helpful to be able take it into consideration when planning our budget.)

Remember to pay attention to The Laboratory’s changing focal points. Naturally, a proposal has a better chance of being accepted if it falls within the scope of this area. But this is not an absolute demand. The idea must be important to the applicant, not made to fit a template.