📝 Detailed information
🏢 About the local organisation
4xC is a unique avant-garde laboratory for research, development and promotion of traditional and contemporary art forms. A laboratory that does not produce, but rather gives birth to artistic artifacts by searching for and finding authenticity in art. The association aims to: support the education and integration of young people with disabilities, to seek, research and promote authentic Bulgarian art, to update and promote classical artifacts, to establish new trends in art comparable to European ones, to spread the principles of solidarity, equality and protection of human rights, to promote national values and culture mainly among youth and students. Among the main activities of 4xC are: creation of theatre, dance and music productions and their presentation in Bulgaria and abroad, organization of workshops, concerts, creative workshops and residences, expeditions and festivals, establishing contacts with state and municipal institutions, media, private and business organizations, international organizations, cultural institutions, programs, forums and festivals. Our activities are supported by Sofia University, Sofia Municipality, Ministry of Culture, National Culture Fund, Cultural Contact, Prohelvetia, Open Society Institute, many municipal and private organizations and others.
💼 What the programme involves
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/reYSyNNUgetWmHBg8
🏠 Accommodation on site
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/reYSyNNUgetWmHBg8
🎒 Leisure activities
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/reYSyNNUgetWmHBg8
⚠️ Requirements
The 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.
Deadline: 20/07/2026 20:00
ℹ️ Additional information
The project is implemented under the European Solidarity Corps Programme, financed by the European Commission.
The participating organisations have to be mindful of these needs as they are responsible for providing a respectful and trusting hosting environment. At the same time, the organisations participating in the initiative devote a great deal of time, energy and resources to set up a high-quality activity; they should therefore expect that European Solidarity Corps participants show a similar level of respect for the local communities and the people that are directly concerned by the activities (
https://youth.europa.eu/solidarity/mission_en).
What do we provide ?
- Training before and after the project
- Health insurance during your project
- round-trip travel reimbursement
- accommodation and food
- pocket money
- language course
- Return Week-end
- Youth Pass and SVI international Volunteer passport
Before applying for this volunteering project, you need to enroll yourself at European Solidarity Corps Platform (
https://europa.eu/youth/solidarity_en) and specify your European Solidarity Corps Participant Number (PRN).
This organisation holds a European Solidarity Corps Quality Label.
Contact the ESC coordinator at +32 2 888 67 13 to get more informations.