It’s Alive is a dedicated space for experimentation and the showcase of emerging scenic languages, featuring four annual programming sessions open to diverse performing arts disciplines. Projects selected via open call receive rehearsal time at the venue, mentoring from one of Esquiva’s artistic directors, and the opportunity to gather audience feedback during informal post-show discussions—fostering research, innovation, and the active participation of emerging artists within a supportive environment.

For this 11th edition, the programme highlights work across contemporary dance, music, and cross-disciplinary arts, hosting works-in-progress and hybrid forms on the PAZ stage. The full line-up of selected artists will be announced shortly across official channels.

It’s Alive is supported by: DGArtes, República Portuguesa – Cultura, and Junta de Freguesia do Bonfim.