The Andalusian Ministry of Culture, Historical Heritage and Sport has published a resolution regarding funding for the promotion of theatre, dance, and circus in Andalusia for the year 2026. This initiative aims to strengthen the ecosystem of performing arts in the region by supporting creation, production, distribution, exhibition, and the consolidation of professional structures and specialised venues.
The resolution includes financial support for 69 projects and beneficiary entities, with a total budget of €1.55 million. This funding encompasses initiatives related to creation and research in the performing arts, theatrical productions, dance and circus projects, distribution and internationalisation efforts, festivals, professional meetings, and the regular programming of private exhibition venues.
Among the supported projects, five initiatives focused on creation, experimentation, and artistic research linked to specialised spaces have been highlighted. These include 'Danza Mobile: Espacio de Investigación', 'Residencias Creativas In Progress', and 'El Enjambre', which aim to foster innovation and the development of new artistic languages.
In the realm of production, the funding supports a total of 27 performances across theatre, dance, and circus. Notable productions include 'Hamlet' by Teatro Clásico de Sevilla, 'Uno' by Títeres Etcétera, 'Más' by Yinka Esi Graves, 'El primer canto' by Omar Mezza, and 'Drakula' by Juana Casado in dance, as well as the circus performance 'Íntimo. Confidencias de un Prestidigitador' by Hocus Pocus Group.
The resolution places particular emphasis on the distribution of performing arts to enhance the visibility of Andalusian companies both within and outside the region. Fourteen projects have benefited from the sub-line dedicated to tours and participation in festivals and exhibition events, including tours by Marcat Dance, Histrión Teatro, La Maquiné Escena, Sara Jiménez, and Truca Circus.
Additionally, the funding will support eight professionals and companies from Andalusia in attending markets, professional fairs, and distribution activities, thereby strengthening their presence in strategic spaces for the marketing and projection of performances.
The announcement also includes support for five projects focused on organising festivals, showcases, and exhibition events in Andalusia. Established initiatives such as the Festival Circada, the International Theatre Festival TIFGranada, the International Magic Festival Hocus Pocus, the International Dance Festival Danzahra, and the professional project Mirador Sur a Escena are among those receiving funding.
Finally, three projects aimed at fostering professional encounters and bringing performing arts closer to the public have been included, with notable programmes promoted by the Professional Association and Companies for the Development of Dance, the Circus Association of Andalusia, and the entity Casa Tomada. Six venues have also received support under the line dedicated to private exhibition spaces, specifically Sala Cero Teatro, Centro TNT, La Cochera Cabaret, Teatro La Fundición, SalaLaPaca, and Viento Sur Teatro.
