2006-2007

Discipline: puppetry

Origin of candidates: all regions of the world (except France)

Languages: French or English 

Maximum age: none

Deadline: 30 April 2006

Application to be sent to: International Institute of Puppetry

Host and partner institution: the goal of the Villa d’Aubilly, the bursary center at the International Institute of Puppetry, is to provide opportunities for investigation and exploration entirely devoted to the art of puppetry. The bursary is open to researchers (university staff, critics, essayists, musicologists) and creators (writers, visual artists, composers, scenographers, etc.) working on projects related to puppetry.

Working/living conditions: development of a theoretical and practical research project in relation to puppetry (theoretical research, writing a play, creation, experimentation with a view to edit a show). Working and video spaces. Access to a library, a video library and Internet. Residents work on the projects they chose; no training is provided.

Nature of bursary: return ticket, two or three months accommodation as well as 1067 euros per month to cover food costs, simple materials, laundry, photocopying, etc. The laureate must provide his/her own health insurance.

Dates of residency: to be fixed by mutual agreement between September 2006 and June 2007

Eligibility: artists or researchers with solid experience in their field, strong motivation and interested in a multi-disciplinary approach. Working knowledge of French or English required.

How to apply: send the application form in this website, in English or in French, directly to the International Institute of Puppetry at the down address, together with the following documents:

- a curriculum vitæ
- two testimonials
- visual documentation (press reviews, photographs, videotape)
- a document proving your linguistic abilities
- a letter of intent containing a presentation (3–4 pages) of a theoretical and/or practical research project to be undertaken during the term of residency at the International Institute of Puppetry

Selection will be made on the basis of the project submitted.
A copy of the application form ONLY must be sent to UNESCO-IFPC.

Closing date for applications: 30 April 2006