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We are interested in hosting forward-thinking, contemporary works in the following forms:
Music
Original works only. We lean towards mon-commercial, experimental projects, improvisation, electroacoustic music, ambient, contemporary classical, as well as unique, difficult to categorise ideas. Interdisciplinary approaches are particularly suitable for our programme.Dance and Performing Arts
Contemporary dance, dancetheatre, interactive performances, theatre, experimental actions. The stage size is around 45m², generally suitable for up to three performers.Screenings
Video art, animation, experimental films, videodances, independent productions. For dance films, see also our TCI festival.
Keywords:
Collaboration, intermedial creation, attention to detail, ambience, immersion.
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What to expect:
Sound & music: Stereo or Quadraphonic surround sound available, 2 stage monitors.
Lighting: Variety of computer-controlled LED cans/bars + limited tungsten Fresnel spots, led profiles, pinspots
Projector: A few models of DLP projectors available. White rear wall.
Stage: Black box, around 45m², antivibrational material + pvc surface. No shoes allowed on stage.
Services: Tech/operator for lights and sound. E-ticketing and/or reservation management services available.
Capacity: 50 (+floor seats) per show
Double performances (afternoon/evening) desirable, if demand exists
No bar
Live music: We favour album presentations, work with visuals/screenings, synergies with dance and/or technology
Dance & performance: Good fit for solos & small companies that can make good use of restricted space/ informal setting
Terms and Conditions
Generally, artist or group must not have performed in Thessaloniki for 3 months.
No other announced shows in Thessaloniki for the next month.
Films must not have been screened recently in Thessaloniki, and must not be available online.
Performing at VT generally entails a booking fee, which covers venue expenses, staff, and event management (web, social media, etc).
For unspecified tickets:
- the venue retains a minimum amount between €100-150 first, depending on the event’s complexity and schedule, as agreed.
- the rest goes to the artist up to the same amount as above
- any remaining revenue gets divided 50/50
- social insurance costs may apply
For fixed tickets:
- Tickets at VT generally range from €10 to €15 incl. VAT.
- the venue and services can be booked in two ways:
-- fixed amount, between €150-€250 depending on production schedule and staff requirements
-- ticket percentage split: venue retains between 30-40%, depending on ticket price and production requirements
- artist social insurance costs may apply
A reasonable advance payment is necessary gor the booking of the dates.
Vitruvian Thing does not guarantee the covering of travel/accommodation expenses or other fees.
Payments for intellectual property, if any, are the artist’s responsibility
If tickets issued by Vitruvian Thing are used, the artist needs a valid VAT invoice for services rendered. For EU residents outside Greece, the VAT number must be validated with VIES, and VAT will be exempt. An EU “A1” document, proving that insurance is provided in another country, is also necessary to avoid charges by state social insurance.
Venue provides reservation management, ticketing, info page on website, limited social network promotion. Generally, we do not issue press releases.
Sound and lighting tech support, soundcheck time, rehearsals, etc, are provided on the day of the event. Further use of the space is possible, subject to agreement. Personell fees must be covered in this case, please ask us for a quote.
Posters are designed by the artist (VT can supply logos and info), VT manages printing and distribution of a small quantity (30-40), or more by agreement.
Local artists are expected to assist with poster distribution.
Cancellations are only possible 2 months in advance for concerts, 3 months for dance, theatre, festivals, and other multi-day events or events with multiple rehearsals.