The Goethe-Institut has launched its International Coproduction Fund (IKF), designed to support partnership-driven projects across music, theatre, dance, and performance.
The IKF promotes partnership-based creative processes between artists and institutions outside Germany and collaborators in Germany. Through this programme, the Goethe-Institut encourages intercultural exchange, the development of new artistic networks, and innovative production methods within global contexts.
Who can apply
Applications are open to professionally active artists, ensembles, and organisations whose primary place of residence and work is outside Germany (excluding Austria and Switzerland).
Applicants may be individuals (natural persons) or legal entities such as institutions, associations, or organised groups. Nationality is not decisive; eligibility is determined by the applicant’s main place of residence and professional activity.
All projects must be developed in genuine, dialogue-oriented collaboration with artists, ensembles, or initiatives based in Germany.
What is funded
The creation of new productions
The development of existing productions
Projects in music, theatre, dance, and performance
Interdisciplinary or hybrid formats, including appropriate digital elements
Projects must demonstrate strong artistic quality and clear public impact. A collaborative creative process is a prerequisite, and applications must show balanced partnership in both artistic development and funding structure.
At least one public performance outside Germany is required, and where possible, one presentation in Germany is encouraged.
Funding amount
Funding ranges from €15,000 to €30,000 per project.
The IKF provides partial funding of up to 75% of total production costs. Applicants must present a sound financial plan that includes confirmed own funds, third-party funding, or in-kind contributions.
Projects not eligible
The fund does not support:
Purely commercial projects
Guest performances or tours
Residency-based projects
Music recordings
Film or exhibition projects without a performative element
Ongoing operational costs
Projects that have already begun, including those with signed contracts or confirmed bookings, are not eligible unless an “early start of measure” has been formally requested via email prior to commitments being made.
Application deadline
Applications must be submitted by 1 April 2026
To read the full call and application guidelines, visit the Goethe-Institut website.
For detailed eligibility requirements, funding criteria, and submission procedures, applicants should consult the official IKF application portal.
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