International Theatre Festival Alter Ego 2025, Sofia, Bulgaria
Theatre Studio 4xC
Sofia, Bulgaria
Description
Alter Ego Theatre Festival is one of the biggest alternative festivals in Sofia, Bulgaria - a place that gathers artists, dancers, theatre directors, and critics from all over the world. We invite volunteers who will work in the organisation of the festival with the following profiles: ARTIST (actors, musicians, theatre directors, stage designers); COORDINATOR (translation, logistic, organisation) TECHNICAL SUPPORT (cameraman; sound engineer; online streaming, editing) MARKETING AND ADVERTISING (public relations, copywriter and graphic designer). During the festival all participants will take part in many cultural activities such as para-theatrical games, performances, online streaming, workshops, integration activities, and discussions. Applications are accepted only through the application form at the following link: https://forms.gle/aXuoNaVngW6hhSP77
Accommodation, food and transport arrangements
Accommodation – The hosting organisation provides free accommodation in shared apartments/hostel rooms in Sofia. Linen, towels and Wi-Fi are included. Food & pocket money – Each volunteer receives 9 EUR per day for food and 7 EUR per day as pocket money, paid in cash or by bank transfer at the beginning of every month. Local transport – A Sofia public-transport card (metro/bus/trolley) is provided. Applications are accepted only through the application form at the following link: https://forms.gle/aXuoNaVngW6hhSP77
Training during the activity
Volunteers follow a blended training path: • On-arrival induction – safety, ESC rights, basic Bulgarian. • Logistics – scheduling, artist liaison, crowd flow, eco-practice. • Tech lab – lights, sound, cameras, live-stream & quick editing. • Social-media studio – storytelling, copy, Reels/TikTok, branding. • Artistic workshops – voice, movement, para-theatrical games. Everyday working meetings + Youthpass reflection secure constant feedback and personal growth. Applications are accepted only through the application form at the following link: https://forms.gle/aXuoNaVngW6hhSP77
Participant profile
We are looking for motivated young people (18–30 years old) from EU and partner countries who are curious about experimental theatre and want to explore creativity through collaboration. No previous experience is required, but interest in one of the following areas is essential: performing arts, cultural management, visual storytelling, social media, or technical support. Volunteers should be open-minded, proactive, communicative, and ready to work in a dynamic international team. English is needed for team coordination.
Activity dates
From 05/09/2025 to 30/10/2025
Activity location
Tsar Osvoboditel 15, Sofia, Bulgaria
Activity type
Volunteering teams
Looking for participants from
Albania, Armenia, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, French Polynesia, French Southern and Antarctic Territories, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Greenland, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Kosovo * UN resolution, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Moldova (Republic of), Montenegro, Netherlands, North Macedonia, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Türkiye
Activity topics
Creativity and culture
Deadline for applications
Application deadline: 15/07/2025 02:56