OPEN CALL
CriticLab° – with focus in critical writing and independent culture
Photo: Iliyan Ruzhin
CriticLab°, part of the 180° Community Lab° Program, is a platform for dialogue and critical writing, focusing on the independent art scene in Sofia. Selected participants will have the opportunity to attend a wide range of cultural events, engage with international artists and professionals, and receive mentorship to strengthen their skills in critical thinking, discussion, and writing.
What awaits you at CriticLab?
- Free access to events across a range of artistic disciplines
- Networking opportunities within the local and international art scene
- Participation in specialized workshops led by renowned professionals from Bulgaria and abroad
- Opportunity to publish and promote selected texts
Who can participate?
Students and emerging professionals based in Sofia with a strong interest in the local independent art scene. CriticLab° is ideal for anyone eager to experience, reflect on, and write about interdisciplinary artistic practices and events.
Timleline:
October – December 2025.
The project schedule will be created in coordination with the availability of the selected participants after the selection process, allowing for a flexible and tailored experience.
First Meeting (online): September 30, 2025, at 11:00 EET (approx. 90 minutes)
Confirmed Workshop Dates: October 12; October 17;
(Additional dates to be announced)
Working language: English and Bulgarian
How to Apply:
Fill in the application form below by September 22nd, 2025.
Successful candidates will be announced by 26th September, 2025.
Open-call is closed.
Apply here:
If you meet any technical issues, please don’t hesitate to contact us at info@180-degrees.org !
The workshop is held with the kind support and partnership of the Sofia Municipality.
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