In 2024, Farma v cave realized six important international trips, which contributed to the development of international cooperation and professional competences in the field of contemporary theatre, physical theatre and cultural management. These activities were supported by the programme of the National Renewal Plan - Call for Development of Competences of Cultural and Creative Sector Workers of the Ministry of Culture of the Czech Republic.

Abstract

The first half of the year was devoted to two key journeys. In February, the company participated in the Mugangueni International Dance Training workshop in Mozambique, focusing on African dance techniques, rhythm and improvisation. This intensive training enriched the company's repertoire with new approaches and techniques. In March, a trip was made to New York City, where the company's films were presented at a prestigious festival and connections were made with important cultural institutions such as the Brooklyn Academy of Music and La MaMa.

  

The second half of the year brought four more trips. At HK PAX in Hong Kong, the ensemble was dedicated to presenting its work, which included a film screening and face-to-face meetings with cultural actors from around the world. The program also included a visit to Macau and the West Kowloon cultural district. At the Tanzmesse Festival in Düsseldorf, the company made new contacts with promoters and artists and discussed possibilities for future collaborations. Another trip led to the CINARS fair in Montreal, where the company's productions were presented and the possibility of guest appearances on the North American stage was discussed. The last trip took place in Taiwan, where Farm in the Cave established cooperation with institutions such as the Taipei Performing Arts Center, the National Theater and Concert Hall and the Shinehouse Theatre, and enriched its know-how in international cultural management.

      

Thanks to these activities, the Farm in the Cave has become a more visible actor on the international cultural scene, expanded its network of cooperation and strengthened its professional and artistic competences. The project brought new opportunities not only for the company, but also for the development of cultural dialogue between the Czech Republic and abroad. These results underline the importance of the support from the National Recovery Plan and its contribution to contemporary Czech culture.

For Promoters

Farm in the Cave’s standard space requirements for performances are as follows: a space with good acoustics which can also be completely silent during performances; typically we use a black box or site-specific space with minimal dimensions of 10 x 10 meters, with a height of 6 meters; at least 6 months before the performance our technical team of 2-4 persons must make a preparatory visit.

The maximum number of audience members at individual performances varies, but is usually no more than 450. 
The number of performers per performance varies between 5 and 13, and the technical – production staff is between 4 and 6 people.
The minimum number of performances presented in one place is 2. The company can play 2 performances per day are available on request – the latest start time is 21:00 local time.
 
The length of preparation and adaptation depends on the specific performance and local conditions, with a minimum of 1-2 days necessary prior to the day of the first production.
Financial requirements are available upon request at info@farminthecave.com.
 

The organizers pay for: fees; costs of shipping scenography; personnel transport; local transportation to the performance location; housing; per-diems; costs connected with preparatory technical visit. The organizer agrees to pay for costs of equipment rental if the space to be used does not have the equipment necessary.