Theater Residencies in Sweden

Art See Ocean Gallery & Artist residence

Västerljung, Sweden

Artist residency and gallery on a farm in the archipelago between Trosa and Nyköping, Sweden, founded by abstract painter Stefan Lekberg. The venue is a natural meeting place for art and nature at the edge of forest and sea, offering studio space for visiting artists alongside regular "Art Soup" gatherings — events combining exhibitions, live music, and communal meals. Emphasizes open creative exchange, abstract painting, and mixed media practice in a contemplative coastal setting.

Ateljé Bredgrind

Avesta, Sweden

Ateljé Bredgrind Artist-in-Residency is open to professional artists. The residency program is self-directed. The artist’s residence is in a scenic area, near waterways, rivers, lakes, forests and fields. There are a nature reserve and a national park nearby. Ateljé Bredgrind artist residency is in Avesta Municipality, just 150 km from Stockholm. The place is an inspiring and creative platform for artistic work. Our artist residency offers accommodation and a s

Cirkör LAB

Norsborg, Sweden

Cirkör LAB is a residency program by Cirkus Cirkör, Sweden's leading contemporary circus organization, offering year-round international residencies for performers, groups, and companies to develop cross-boundary arts, science, and circus projects in dedicated spaces. It provides two residency areas with facilities like rigging, dance mats, project rooms, kitchens, and showers, emphasizing undisturbed work alongside opportunities for sharing processes through documentation and presentations, though no housing is available. Located in Norsborg, the program supports both short- and long-term stays with potential technical and creative assistance.

Theatre in Palm

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Theatre in Palm Residencies offers a unique opportunity for emerging theatre artists to develop professionally and expand their networks across Europe. Hosted in 12 partner countries, these two-week residencies focus on collaboration, inspiration, and the creation of shareable works. Each residency will produce a co-production in various forms, emphasizing themes like social impact, equality, and environmental sustainability. Participants will receive travel, accommodation, and compensation. The program aims to foster cross-cultural exchanges and enhance the visibility of emerging artists in the European theatre scene.

Unga Dramaten/The Royal Dramatic Theatre

Stockholm, Sweden

The Writing Residency for young audiences is a newly launched programme aimed at professionals working within the performing arts or academia who want to explore an idea, question or theme for children and young people aged 3-15 years old.What we offer in our international Writing residency:A 3-week long residency at the Royal Dramatic Theatre in StockholmAccess to an apartment during the entire periodA travel budget of 10