ALTERLIFE 2026 Residency – Rupert & Sonic Acts

Location
Rupert (Vilnius, Lithuania) and Sonic Acts (Amsterdam, Netherlands)

Open To
Artists and duos based in the EU and eligible Creative Europe countries. Open to interdisciplinary practices, particularly those incorporating sound, video, installation, and critical or speculative research. Practices that engage deeply with climate, historical, or political themes are encouraged.

Application Fee
None

What’s Provided

  • Residency: A combined 3-month residency — Rupert (April–May 2026) and Sonic Acts (November 2026)

  • Stipend: €3,800 total for the residency period

  • Travel Support: Up to €400 per location (€800 total)

  • Production Budget: €7,000 total (€2,000 for Vilnius, €5,000 for Amsterdam presentations)

  • Accommodation & Studio Space: Provided in both locations (Rupert: live-in studio; Sonic Acts: accommodation arranged)

  • Exhibition Opportunities:

    • Research presentations in Vilnius and Amsterdam (2026)

    • Final exhibition at Rupert (2026/2027)

    • Sonic Acts Biennial (2028)

  • Professional & Technical Support: Access to Sonic Acts’ high-end studios and mentorship at both institutions

  • Visibility: Featured on Sonic Acts and Rupert platforms, feedback and networking support, help with funding applications

What the Artist Must Cover
Personal materials or production costs beyond provided stipends and budgets

Duration
3-month total residency across two phases:

  • Rupert: April–May 2026

  • Sonic Acts: November 2026

  • Exhibitions: Late 2026–2028

Deadline
Sunday, August 17, 2025 at 23:59 CEST
(Note: portal closes automatically at 00:01 on August 18)

Application Requirements

  • CV

  • Portfolio (up to 5 works, max 10 pages / 10 MB)

  • Project proposal (max 600 words)

  • Feasible sample production budget aligned with €2,000 and €5,000 allocations for Vilnius and Amsterdam, respectively

Selection Process

  • Interviews: 15–19 September 2025

  • Notification by: October 1, 2025

  • Selection panel includes curators from both organisations and external jury members

Contact
residency@sonicacts.com

Additional Notes

  • Rupert’s facility is not step-free accessible, but accommodations can be discussed

  • Sonic Acts offers full access to professional video/audio studios and tools (VR, 3D, field kits, etc.)

  • Applicants must demonstrate a clear arc across both residencies, culminating in an installation-based final work with strong public engagement