Global Connect is an IETM programme created with and supported by IETM Associate Members. Global Connect aims to make our network more inclusive, diverse, eco-responsible and accessible by welcoming new voices and perspectives still not heard enough in the international arts discourse.

The past three programme editions have welcomed 43 performing arts leaders and innovators from five continents to IETM. They have become a tangible link between their local contexts and the network by putting their voices forward, sharing their unique perspectives and creating new collaborations with other IETM members.

To continue this trajectory, we announce the 2025 Global Connect open call to form the next group of Global Connectors.

We seek 10 performing arts professionals and leaders (producers, artists, managers, presenters, etc.) based anywhere around the globe, working in any performing arts genre*, with a proven record of more than five years of professional experience. Inclusive mindset, eco-responsibility and engagement in international collaborations for the benefit of their local communities are at the forefront of the ideal candidates’ practice and work.

The 2025 Global Connect programme offers:

• Free IETM membership for five years (2025 - 2029), including free access to all IETM meetings and training programmes;
• Community-building online sessions from January to May 2025 - including a presentation opportunity to all IETM members;
• Funding support to take part in the 2025 IETM Plenary Meeting.

Application period: 1 October - 4 November 2024

The application deadline for the 2025 Open call was Monday 4 November 2024 at 23:59 CET.

Meet the Global Connect Alumni

*Please note that IETM does not count live music as part of the performing arts. Please find our definition of the performing arts here. 

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