BLACK BOX LIVE 2026

BLACK BOX LIVE is a curated evening showcasing new work by theatre artists, happening in Project Arts Centre on December 10th 2026

Born out of knowing how important it is, and how hard it can be, to get work in front of a live audience - particularly at the earlier stages of development - this is an opportunity to try new things, see what works (and what doesn’t), in a supportive and informal setting. It is also a chance to show people what you’re working on, and connect to audiences. 

We are looking for work that is at development stage (has not been presented before), and can be showcased in a 10 - 20 minute slot with basic technical requirements. We welcome applications from artists at any career stage

HOW TO APPLY

Guidelines

  • The work must be a new idea or piece

  • The piece must be ready to be presented; i.e has undergone a period of development - this can be formal or informal, funded or unfunded. 

  • Each slot will be between 10 - 20 minutes in length 

  • The piece must have basic technical requirements, and be suitable for presentation at Project arts Centre, Cube, in end-on configuration. 

  • The applicant must be available on December 10th for technical rehearsals in advance of the performance that evening

Selected artist will receive:

  • Presentation fee of €600

  • Rehearsal space in the Cube (Dec 7th, 8th, 9th)

  • Producing and access support as required 

  • Video and photographic documentation 

How to apply:

To apply, please send the following to applytoblackbox@gmail.com

  •  CV or Biography 

  • A proposal for your presentation (max 400 words) including information on any technical requirements 

  • Examples of previous work (up to three) 

  • Any access requirements 

If you have any questions about the process, do feel free to reach out! 

Applicants will be selected by Aisling Ormonde and Nyree Yergainharsian. Selection will be made based on:

  1. Artistic quality of the proposal 

  2. Feasibility of the proposal in the context of the event 

  3. Overall balance of programme 

Submission deadline: November 13th 

Successful candidates will be contacted on November 16th