Open call for Lighting, Sound & Scenography

Louder Together: Join the creation of our opening performance

What?

During Louder Together you will help create the festival’s opening performance. Together with a team of young people and artists - 10-21 August - you’ll support the artistic process by taking care of technical, sound, and/or scenography support. You’ll experiment, contribute ideas and help to shape the performance, under the guidance of choreographer/theater maker Hippolyte Bohouo and scenographer/lighting designer Stef Stessel.

Who are we looking for?

• People who are interested in lighting design, sound and/or scenography.
• Curious creators who enjoy experimenting and collaborating.
• You don’t have to be present for the entire period, but you will be committed to the creative process and will have the opportunity to actively assist during the performance.

Why?

• Gain hands-on experience at an international arts festival.
• The opportunity to collaborate with professional creators and emerging young artists.
• Improve your technical and creative skills in a real-world production setting.
• Be part of a unique performance and help shape the final result.
• The chance to expand your network and connect with international artists and professionals in the field.

How?

• When? Between 10 and 21 August 2026 (the exact dates will be determined in consultation with you)
• Where? Antwerp
• How to apply? Submit your application using the form and briefly tell us about yourself, your interests and your experience.

About

Louder Together is an international conference and festival where young people, artists and companies from around the world come together to explore the performing arts, exchange ideas and create. During the festival, you’ll also have access to performances, workshops and opportunities to meet international participants.

Want to know more?

Check out the Louder Together website and follow us on social media. Questions? Email us at info@loudertogether.art or reach out via the application form.

Who is Stef Stessel?

Stef Stessel is an inspiring scenographer, lighting designer and photographer. He is a founding member and resident scenographer of the theatercollective ‘De Roovers’ and a guest lecturer at RITCS. As a freelancer, he has worked with companies such as: Het Toneelhuis, Hetpaleis, KVS, Bronks, Muziektheater Transparant, Laika, Arsenaal, De Kopergietery... His work is characterized by a strong visual language in which light and space play a central dramaturgical role and in which he often collaborates with creators such as Inne Goris, Simon De Vos and Carly Wijs.

Who is Hippolyte Bohouo?

Hippolyte Bohouo is a Belgian-Ivorian choreographer and theatre-maker whose work explores themes of identity, connection, and social justice. After graduating from the School of Theatre and Dance in Abidjan, he collaborated with renowned choreographers such as Kamel Ouali and Georges Momboye before settling in Belgium in 2010.

His performances - including Pourquoi ne parles-tu pas (2014), Tour d’ivoire (2016), and Miettes de vie (2021, École des Sables) - blend dance, theatre, and urgent storytelling. Hippolyte enjoys working with young people, as seen in projects like EDERED (2024), where he co-created powerful and inclusive performances. His approach is open, connective, and socially engaged, aiming to give every voice a stage.