What is ERROR:gender?

ERROR:gender is an artistic space for exploring bodies, sexualities, and genders through art, performance, conversation, and interaction. It is both a show and a space for sharing experiences, asking questions, and reflecting together.

We invite artists to contribute with performances, installations, sound works, participatory art, or other experimental formats that engage with themes of gender, identity, and body. The project takes place in The Hub, a dome-like structure that functions as both a stage and a meeting place, where audiences can participate at their own pace.

 

The project premiered in 2021 at the Arctic Arts Festival in Harstad, Norway. In 2025, ERROR:gender expands to Finland, inviting new voices into the conversation.

Read more about the project here

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The chosen artists each receive a fee of 980 EUR (including vacation pay 9 %). The fee includes two performance days and preparational work. We also cover travel & accommodation.

 

Who can apply?

Artists living in Finland can apply for this Open Call. We welcome artists from all disciplines who are passionate about exploring themes of gender, sexuality, and body in their work. We are looking for proposals that:
✔ Engage audiences in different ways (visually, physically, emotionally, intellectually)
✔ Challenge or expand perspectives on gender and identity
✔ Encourage participation or create shared experiences

 

How to apply?

Fill out the application form with the necessary attachments here. Since the working language of ERROR:gender is English, please use English while filling out the form and make sure that the uploaded attachments are in English (however, the work you present at ERROR:gender can still be in Finnish if you prefer). 
 

Deadline: April 27th 2025

 

Selection process:

A jury consisting of Mari Bø, Íris Stefanía Skúladóttir, and Jenni Kinnunen will review applications and curate the program. All applicants will get an answer by the 8th of June. 

 

We look forward to receiving your proposals and expanding the ERROR:gender conversation together! 

 

Potential questions about the project, the application or the selection process can be sent to:

Mari Bø (boe.mari@gmail.com) or 

Jenni Kinnunen (jenni.kinnunen@nocpok.fi‭)