September’s Open office will take place on Sep 17, at the office of Cirko – Center for New Circus. The doors will open between 13:00–17:00.

September's Open office focuses on grant applications. The program kicks off at 1:15 PM with a panel discussion featuring arts professionals who have reviewed grant applications, among others Anniina Kumpuniemi.

In addition, you can book a 45-minute individual session to discuss your own grant application with staff members from Zodiak, Dance House Helsinki, and/or Cirko. During this sparring session, you can address topics such as your application budget, proofreading and refining the text, or clarifying your project's core concepts through conversation. All sessions are strictly confidential and aim to help you move forward with your independent work. Unfortunately, even we don't have guaranteed magic words to secure funding!

Book your slot by September 16 by emailing Elina Ruoho-Kurola (elina.ruoho-kurola@zodiak.fi). In your message, briefly describe what kind of assistance or advice you are looking for—specifically whether you need help with the budget or refining the text—so we can pair you with the best-suited team member. Slots are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. 

Mark these upcoming autumn Open office dates in your calendar as well:

  • Tue, Oct 20 at 1:00 PM–5:00 PM: Domestic Touring & Booking, Zodiak Office
  • Thu, Nov 19 at 1:00 PM–5:00 PM: Operational & Organizational Structures, Dance House Helsinki
  • Wed, Dec 16 at 2:30 PM–5:00 PM: Catching ups, Mulled Wine & Gingerbread, Zodiak Stage

We will share more details about the contents and schedules for each session closer to the events. Keep an eye on our channels!

Jointly hosted by Zodiak, Cirko, and Dance House Helsinki, Open office aims to offer the expertise of the host organizations' staff free of charge to the freelance field. It provides time and space for questions, listening, collaborative work, meeting colleagues, and community sharing.

The Open office is free of charge and aimed at artists and producers in the dance and circus sectors. You can find more info about what the Open office is (and is not) on our website.

More info: 
Elina Ruoho-Kurola, elina-ruoho-kurola@zodiak.fi

Avoin toimisto – Open office is part of Loisto, a joint project by Zodiak, Cirko, and Dance House Helsinki. Loisto serves as a catalyst for the sustainable internationalization of dance and circus. The project is supported by the Jane and Aatos Erkko Foundation.