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Residenze Lievito: open call for young artists and curators in Valdichiana

other · 2026-04-26

The open call for Residenze Lievito, a residency initiative aimed at artists and curators aged 36 and under, has been officially announced. This program, spearheaded by La CAP Re|Hub in Sinalunga and directed by Silvia Giordano, along with Ipercubo under Matteo Graniti, will award 10 grants over two six-month periods: from July 11, 2026, to January 2027, and from January 18 to July 2027. Each cycle will select five individuals (four artists and one curator) between 18 and 35 years old, offering complimentary housing, a monthly stipend of €500, and a budget for production. Mentorship will be provided by Laura Lamonea, Stefano Raimondi, Cristina Caprioli, and Carlotta Scioldo, focusing on themes 'Ripensare l’aia' and 'Rendere buono.' The application period is from March 3 to April 30, 2026, with results to be revealed afterward.

Key facts

  • Residenze Lievito is a new residency program for artists and curators under 36.
  • Promoted by La CAP Re|Hub (Sinalunga, directed by Silvia Giordano) and Ipercubo (Pisa/Milan, directed by Matteo Graniti).
  • 10 residency grants across two cycles: July 11, 2026–Jan 2027 and Jan 18–July 2027.
  • Each cycle selects five participants (four artists, one curator) aged 18-35.
  • Participants receive free accommodation, €500/month, and a production budget.
  • Mentors: Laura Lamonea, Stefano Raimondi, Cristina Caprioli, Carlotta Scioldo.
  • Thematic focuses: 'Ripensare l’aia' (first cycle) and 'Rendere buono' (second cycle).
  • Open call for first cycle: March 3 to April 30, 2026.

Entities

Artists

  • Silvia Giordano
  • Matteo Graniti
  • Laura Lamonea
  • Stefano Raimondi
  • Cristina Caprioli
  • Carlotta Scioldo

Institutions

  • La CAP Re|Hub
  • Ipercubo
  • Festival Videosound Art
  • Art Verona
  • MAC Lissone
  • The Blank
  • Biennale Danza 2024
  • Artribune

Locations

  • Sinalunga
  • Italy
  • Pisa
  • Milan
  • Valdichiana Senese
  • Valdichiana
  • Canale Maestro della Chiana

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