Open Calls and more

QUAD offers opportunities to artists at all career stages to develop their practice.

QUAD’s Artistic programme includes local, national and internationally significant exhibitions, commissions and residencies. We also showcase work by local artists and students from University of Derby and beyond alongside professional practice opportunities and mentoring support for early and mid-career artists.

Open Opportunities

Link to East Meets West Masterclass Programme 2026/27
East Meets West Masterclass Programme 2026/27

Application Deadline: Monday 27 July, 11:59pm BST

Link to CVAN EM’s Bigger Bursary in partnership with QUAD
CVAN EM’s Bigger Bursary in partnership with QUAD

Deadline: Monday 29 June 2026, 10am Responses: Friday 10 July 2026, 5pm

Link to FORMAT27 Open Call: PLAY
FORMAT27 Open Call: PLAY

Application deadline 6 September 2026.