Vulcana invites expressions of interest from artists with disability interested in developing a new short performance work as part of Fresh – Vulcana’s Artists Development Program for 2026. 

This paid creative development opportunity supports an artist or collective/ group to explore new ideas, experiment with form, and create an original work for presentation at Vulcana’s Test Site Festival (7–12 April 2026). Participants must be at least 18 years of age. 

The selected artist/ group will undertake a 3–4 week residency at Vulcana, including being provided with access to studio space, technical and production support, and a dedicated mentoring team. 

Priority will be given to applications with a circus component, but all artforms are welcome.

Vulcana is committed to accessibility and supporting creative sovereignty. Your vision will shape the direction of the project.

Throughout the residency, the artist/collective will be supported by adaptive performance artist Lauren Watson – co-director of our recent ensemble performance Body Code.

We welcome applications from emerging and established artists, individuals or small collectives, who are based in or connected to Brisbane/Meanjin.

If you are ready to create boldly and develop a new performance work within a supportive, artist-centred environment, we’d love to hear from you.

If you have any questions or simply want to chat through your application, feel free to email Vulcana’s CEO Deb Cleland at circus[at]vulcana.org.au. 

Expressions of Interest Open Now & Close 15 January 2026.