MULTIVERSE – neurodiversity in the performing arts

‘Hosting the Multiverse’ is an exchange format within the project ‘MULTIVERSE – neurodiversity in the arts’. Through various facilitated formats – in writing and orally, individually, in small groups and in plenary – participants identify barriers that make sustained, equal participation in the cultural field difficult or impossible for neurodivergent people, and outline concrete measures to improve accessibility. Across different editions, compagnie O. focuses on different core themes.

The second edition focuses on the theme of diffusion: How do the works of neurodivergent artists get programmed? In this Lab format, a smaller group (max. 15 participants) is invited to share their personal experiences: neurodivergent cultural practitioners, cultural practitioners leading neurodiverse teams as well as programmers, curators and representatives from cultural institutions with genuine interest and willingness to act. Participation is by application and invitation, and is paid.

The Lab is facilitated by Marie Alexis and Mona De Weerdt (compagnie O.).

Open Call

Applications for the first ‘MULTIVERSE – neurodiversity in the performing arts’ lab will be accepted until 20 December 2026. The lab is aimed at neurodivergent artists, artists in leadership roles and representatives of cultural institutions, and participants will receive remuneration. Full details of the open call and the application process can be found here.

• Step-free access

• Language: in German and/or English spoken language, arranged with the participants

• Group size: max. 15 people

• Retreat space available

• Regular breaks are built in, lunch break 45 minutes

• Range of seating options available (Chairs and beanbags)

• Quiet and written participation are welcome throughout the Lab

• Covid-Safer Space: The event takes place as a Covid-safer event. Testing is mandatory. Tests and masks will be available on-site.