November 18 - 27, Nicosia, Cyprus
Hosted by the OISTAT Cyprus Centre (Cyprus Centre of Scenographers, Theatre Architects and Technicians), the OISTAT Southern European & Northern African Forum (SENA) will gather theatre makers and designers in Cyprus on November 18–27 2026. Through the Open Call for its Parallel Programme, SENA invites global artists, designers, researchers, and live performance practitioners to submit proposals for flash talks, workshops, performative presentations, or collective gatherings responding to the core themes of Survival, Urgency, and Resilience.
Submissions close on August 31, 2026.
Click Here to Learn More & Submit Your Proposal via OISTAT
November 18 - 19, Vienna, Austria
MEET 2026, the International Trade Fair for Event Technology and Trade Conference organized by OETHG (OISTAT Austria Centre), will take place on 18–19 November 2026 at VIECON - Vienna Congress & Convention Center. Fusing technology and art, MEET 2026 brings together over 80 exhibitors to highlight the latest innovations in event technology and foster deep dialogue among theater and event leaders.
Visit Official MEET 2026 Website for Event Details
October 16 - 25
The Bucharest Scenography Biennale (BSB), organized by OISTAT Romania Centre, has been rescheduled to October 16–25 2026. This year's event will be held in partnership with the National Theatre Festival (FNT), creating expanded opportunities for exhibitions, professional exchange, and international cultural dialogue. More updates will be announced.
October 6 - 17, Tibilisi, Georgia
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Organized by the Valerian Gunia Union of Young Theatre Artists - OISTAT Georgia Centre, the 6th TBILISI BIENNALE of STAGE DESIGN will take place from October 6 to October 17. Fostering professional development and cross-cultural exchange, the Biennale connects global minds through exhibitions, symposia, and educational programmes, and signature programmes like MasterLab. More updates will be announced
PQ Publication Cultures (Application Deadline: September 30, 2026)
Call for Publications & Contributions | Prague Quadrennial
Are you an author, editor, publisher, or institution working in scenography and performance design? The Prague Quadrennial invites creators and institutions worldwide to share their recent works, publications, and contributions. Our mission is to connect performance design professionals globally, facilitate the exchange of expert knowledge, and build an open culture that supports learning opportunities for students and researchers. Don't miss the chance to showcase your work to an international community—submit your application by September 30, 2026.
Learn more about Open Call for PQ Publication Culture 2027.
Building Skills for Shaping the Future of the Performing Arts
Looking to build skills for the future of the Performing Arts sector? The INSPIRE Project offers free online training in sustainability, digital transformation, entrepreneurship, resilience, and people management. Available in 7 languages, the platform supports professionals, students, and emerging performing arts practitioners. Two OISTAT Centres, STEPP (Belgium) and OETHG (Austria), are among the project's partners. Visit the INSPIRE Platform to learn more.
