A partnership between An Grianán Theatre & Accidental funded by Shared Island Civic Society Fund.
A two-week residency offering early-career artists dedicated space, time and resources to develop their craft or creative project. Hosted at Accidental in Belfast and An Grianán Theatre in Letterkenny.
Residency Objectives
The first edition of the Northern Borders Residency, in partnership with Accidental and An Grianán Theatre, and funded by Shared Island Civic Society Fund. It is a two-week residency offering early-career artists dedicated space, time and resources to develop their craft. The residency is open to all art forms, and to all artists based in the northern counties of Ireland – Donegal, Sligo, Monaghan, Louth, Tyrone, Leitrim, Derry, Cavan, Fermanagh, Armagh, Antrim and Down.
The programme’s aim is to give artists the opportunity and resources to develop a creative project, or simply the time and space away from everyday life to explore their creativity and craft. Prospective artists are encouraged to apply for the venue furthest from where they’re based – this enhances the residency experience, allowing for a genuine sharing of experience and a broadening of creative networks. Whether based at Accidental in Belfast or An Grianán in Letterkenny, artists will have access to a different space, community and creative context to their own. Chosen artists will be matched with a venue, based on location and artistic fit…
- Closing Date: 31st August 2026 | 23:59
To apply
Find out more about the residency, and how to apply, at the Accidental Theatre website below.
Closing Date: 31st August 2026, 23:59
