Studio TakhshĪna
This multi-purpose studio of 85 m² can be used for art project related workshops, sessions, rehearsals, and the development of other art projects.
Takhshīna تخشينة
Takhshīna is a programme to support the independent cultural scene in Cairo by providing space: Space to work, to rehearse, and to discover new ideas.
In the Egyptian dialect, the word "Takhshīnaتخشينة" describes an object used to restore the functionality and support the stability of a household item, such as a wobbly table or door, most closely translated as the word "Spahn". The programme Takhshīna comprises different activities at the premises of the Goethe-Institut in Bustan which provide the independent cultural scene in Cairo with a similar aid to this small accessory of everyday Egyptian life.
The following spatial facilities can be used for art project related workshops, rehearsals, sessions, and the development of other forms of art projects: Studio Takhshīna, Atelier Takhshīna³ and Annex Takhshīna4.
The curated programme with regular exhibitions in Gallery Takshīna² allows to discover new artistic positions and approaches from Egypt, the MENA region and Germany. Supplementary, you will find in Lounge Takhshīna5 activities and information on changing current topics.
The curated programme with regular exhibitions in Gallery Takshīna² allows to discover new artistic positions and approaches from Egypt, the MENA region and Germany. Supplementary, you will find in Lounge Takhshīna5 activities and information on changing current topics.
application process
Twice a year, artists, art practitioners and groups can apply to use one of the following spatial facilities: Studio Takhshīna, Atelier Takhshīna³ or Annex Takhshīna4.
Call for Applications is open!
If you want to use one of the spatial facilities (Studio Takhshīna, Atelier Takhshīna³ or Annex Takhshīna4) between September and December 2024 apply HERE.
Application Deadline: Tuesday 17.09.2024, 6pm.
If you want to use one of the spatial facilities (Studio Takhshīna, Atelier Takhshīna³ or Annex Takhshīna4) between September and December 2024 apply HERE.
Application Deadline: Tuesday 17.09.2024, 6pm.
TakhshĪna Open call
The Goethe-Institut Kairo is proud to announce an open call for independent artists from all artistic disciplines and practices to apply for the use of one of the TakhshĪna workspaces located at 5 Bustan Street, Downtown Cairo, to work on their projects.
- Artists and practitioners can apply to use one of the three workspaces Studio Takhshīna,Atelier Takhshīna³and Annex Takhshīna⁴.
- Each space will be provided with essential equipment; specific equipment needs must be highlighted in the application.
- Takhshīna does not support production, catering, transport, travel, or accommodation costs. Although, applications from outside Cairo are welcomed.
- Selected artists and practitioners are encouraged to organise open studio visits during or after their occupancy. Dates must be communicated and arranged in advance.
- Takhshīna is an open, accessible, and safe space. However, the workspaces are not currently accessible by wheelchairs.
- Takhshīna will have two open calls per year, with the first open call covering the period from March to July and the second open call covering the period from September to December.
- At the end of the occupancy period, artists and practitioners will be required to complete a report on the progress of their project and feedback on their residency.
- Artists using the workspaces for rehearsals would have access to a small dressing room.
- A locker room is available for artists and practitioners to store their materials and tools, although capacity is limited.
- The in-house technician is not available daily. For special requests, a minimum of 2 days' notice is required.
- Since the building is also used for the Goethe Institute's language courses, the operation of the workspaces must not conflict with the operation of the language courses, i.e. the music and sound must not affect the regular operation of the language department. The house rules need to be respected.
- Artists can apply to use one of the three workspaces for 1 to 4 weeks.
- Durations can only be uninterrupted/ connected when applying for Atelier Takhshina³.
- Studio TakhshĪna and Annex Takhshina4 are available for shorter connected periods or interrupted extended periods.
- Schedules will be discussed and agreed upon with selected artists according to the availability of the three workspaces.
- Artists can use the workspaces within the working hours: 10:00 am to 10:00 pm.
- This open call covers the period from September to the end of December 2024.
- Durations can only be uninterrupted/ connected when applying for Atelier Takhshina³.
- Studio TakhshĪna and Annex Takhshina4 are available for shorter connected periods or interrupted extended periods.
- Schedules will be discussed and agreed upon with selected artists according to the availability of the three workspaces.
- Artists can use the workspaces within the working hours: 10:00 am to 10:00 pm.
- This open call covers the period from September to the end of December 2024.
- Application is open to artists, art practitioners, groups and collectives residing in Egypt regardless of age, gender, artistic discipline, and practices.
- TakhshĪna encourages female artists to apply.
- Applicants should demonstrate a clear and detailed description of the activity or project they intend to work on during their stay.
- TakhshĪna encourages female artists to apply.
- Applicants should demonstrate a clear and detailed description of the activity or project they intend to work on during their stay.
Interested applicants are invited to submit their application by 00:00 on September 17, 2024, via this link. For any inquiries, please contact us on takhshina-kairo@goethe.de.
Spatial facility
All spatial facilities of the programme Takhshīna are located in the Villa Bustan, 5 Bustan Street, Downtown Cairo. The villa was built in 1920 when Ahmed Mohamed Mazloum Pasha came to Cairo and bought by Germany in 1961 for the Goethe-Institut. Since then, the building has witnessed many historical moments and has become an important cultural centre alongside other important cultural institutions in Downtown Cairo.
Galerie TakhshĪna²
The gallery consists of two rooms in which a curated program with changing exhibitions takes place.
Atelier Takhshina³
Visual artists who work with mixed-media can use this duplex workspace with a total area of 24.5 m².
Annex TakhshĪna4
The 28.8 m² room is equipped with a dance floor, ballet barres, mirrors and speakers to host rehearsals of dance and performance projects for single or duo pieces.
Lounge TakhshĪna5
The lounge is a multi-purpose space where you can relax, take a break, and find information on changing current topics.
Contact
Peter Fares
takhshina-kairo@goethe.de
takhshina-kairo@goethe.de