With this OPEN CALL we are inviting all the living statue artists from around the world to join our showcase. The Living Statue will take place during the first 5 days of Sziget festival, from the 6th to the 10th of August 2025.
Application and selection:
Topic of the year: Circus, cabaret and freaks. Historical or fantasy characters from this world of entertainment.
Application can be submitted until the deadline on April 10th, 2025.
The festival’s selection process will prioritize creativity, originality, and performance quality.
In case getting selected:
Selected artists will perform for two 90-minute slots per day, from 4.30-6pm and 6.30-8pm, for the duration of the showcase period, 5 days between 6th- 10th of August 2025.
Sziget festival contracts only artists with a valid EU tax/VAT number. The full artist fee is paid by bank transfer within 15 days after the last performance day against invoice.
The chosen performances will be provided with the following:
- 1200 EUR in total for participation, including travel expenses
- Accommodation for 6 nights during the performance days and one extra night to enjoy the festival.
- Full board catering at the festival and local transfer between the festival area and hotel
- Sziget Festival pass.
- A backstage area and dressing room during the festival.
Please note that no further artist fee or contribution will be provided.
Busking
Busking is not possible, because Sziget is a cashless festival, visitors might not have cash on them.
We look forward to seeing your application and the stunning performances that will take place at the Living Statues.
Contact: [email protected]
