Calling all musicians and performers!
Musicians and Performers, it’s time to unleash your creative vision and bring your ideas to life on the desert stage! Nowhere is a blank canvas waiting for your touch!
We’re offering grants to those who want to dazzle us with their talents and make a lasting impression. However, grant or not, we invite everyone to join us and be part of the magic that is Nowhere. All participants are welcome to join in all events, from the Opening ceremony, to the Thursday Queer Cabaret and the Saturday Night Show at the Middle of Nowhere, to spontaneous jams, and interactive experiences.
Whether you’re a solo performer or putting together a band spectacle, every performance is cherished and we want to support you in making your vision come to life.
PERFORMANCE GRANTs
Solo and small group grants (up to about €300)
Performance artists, small happenings, micro bands, soloists and musicians can bring their act to Nowhere and play a live set at the Middle of Nowhere during the event or dazzle the crowds on the Field of Dirt. Nowhere is your playground. We also encourage you to share your talent with everyone, by making the desert your stage with impromptu performances anywhere you like.
Opening Ceremony (up to about €400)
Looking for that special moment to really Shine? Perform at the Opening Ceremony!
The Opening Ceremony is an organised ‘Parade’ through Nowhere with various shows and happenings planned en route. Starting at the Middle of Nowhere on Tuesday just before sunset (apx. 19:45), we will be moving collectively with art vehicles and participants as a procession over the desert, visiting many barrios and art installations, getting all Nobodies into the spirit of Nowhere through live music and theatrical dance.
As a performer or musician, we invite you to join us and make your mark on this unforgettable event. A Performance grant can help to support your participation. We’re open to any creative ideas you have to contribute. Let’s co-create this unforgettable celebration together!
How to apply
Send us an email to tell us about your performance, how you will use the grant, and ideas of where&when you would like to show off your amazing talent during Nowhere:
Remember:
- The grants are designed to help with production costs, including costumes, props, lighting, decoration and instrument transportation and maintenance. This grant will not pay for your ticket or personal transportation costs.
- Every performer must buy a ticket. Once you are awarded your grant, you must purchase a ticket to Nowhere within 2 weeks if you do not already have one.
- We have safe, lockable storage and the Middle of Nowhere can offer a full P.A. sound system. Please get in contact for a list of equipment we have available.
We only pay grants after the event, so make sure to keep all the receipts of your purchases. We provide information on how to correctly make your purchases in a way that complies with our refund guidelines (They are quite strict, so please read it carefully!).
Please contact us at performance@goingnowhere.org for more information. This is the opportunity for you to use the incredible backdrop of Nowhere to create an original, inspiring and spectacular show!
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DJS & live music at Nowhere
If you’re a DJ looking for a place to spin, we’ve got you covered. As much as we all love to dance to the beeps and bops of electronic dance music, we’re after as wide a range of music as possible – so don’t limit yourself! If you fancy spinning Balkan beats or Cajun blues or Brazillian samba, we want to hear it!
So if you love to DJ, check out the barrios (theme camps) page to contact the Barrios and ask if you can play a slot on their sound systems. Each Barrio has their own favorite sounds, so just come along and play.