Join us for the Exchange at CPH STAGE 2026 May 28-June 6, including the International Days on May 28-29 at the Royal Danish Playhouse in Copenhagen – a networking platform uniting performing arts professionals from across the globe.
Through a mix of performances and meeting programmes, participants can exchange ideas, gain valuable insights, and expand networks to support the creation, promotion, and regeneration of the performing arts.
Early bird registration for the Exchange and International Days 2026 is now open – buy your delegate pass here.
Questions? We are here to help! Feel free to contact us at international@cphstage.com.
You register for the Exchange and the International Days by purchasing a delegate pass through Swapcard. With the pass, you gain access to the entire International Days programme, including snacks and lunch, as well as discounted tickets to a wide range of performances throughout the festival.
PRICE INFORMATION
CPH STAGE Exchange Delegate Pass
- Costs 50 EUR with the early bird discount
- Available to book until February 28, 2026
From March 1, 2026, delegate passes cost 90 EUR.
We use Swapcard as our online Exchange platform. Buy your delegate pass for the Exchange and International Days 2026 here.
EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION IS OPEN FOR
- International industry professionals, including artists and companies. If you are an international curator or presenter, please contact International Project Manager Geir Lindahl at geir@cphstage.com, as different registration conditions apply.
- Danish industry professionals, including artists, companies, curators, and presenters. If you have applied for CPH UDVALGTE or Pitch (for Denmark-based artists/companies), please wait for your selection results. If selected, you will automatically receive a delegate pass. If not, you can still register for an early bird pass until February 28, 2026.
We are pleased to share the confirmed networking programme for the International Days, taking place from May 28-29 in the Royal Danish Playhouse (Mellemgulvet and Foyer).
Panel and roundtable discussion: Rethinking Performing Arts Criticism
- What Is Criticism? Perspectives Across Contexts
This panel and roundtable discussion will bring together artists, critics, presenters, and professionals for in-depth exchange and reflection.
Panel and roundtable discussion: Nordic Touring Opportunities
This panel and roundtable discussion takes place on Friday, May 29, and will feature key voices from leading Nordic touring networks, including: Dansenett Norge, Dansnät Sverige, Danssamverkan Syd (Rum för Dans, Skånes Dansteater, Regionteatern Blekinge Kronoberg, Byteatern Kalmar län, and Smålands Musik & Teater), and Turnénetværk Danmark.
Pitch Sessions
May 28, 10:00-10:45 & May 29, 10:00-10:45
This two-day expanded pitch session will present 14 different Danish performances, companies and artistic practices providing insight into contemporary Danish performing arts and inspiration for future collaborations.
The artists and companies selected to pitch will be announced in February.
Our full performance programme will not be released until March 2026, but you can already explore three shows that we have curated for the upcoming festival as part of CPH STAGE SELECTED.
- "MÁM" by Teaċ Daṁsa
- "SUERSAQ" by Nunatta Isiginnaartitsisarfia/The National Theatre of Greenland
- "Boat Tours NHZ (New Harbour Zones)" by PUBLIC PERFORMANCE and Sydhavn Teater
You can find the full overview of performances and showtimes here.
At CPH STAGE, international visitor programmes are central to our mission of building global exchange and promoting Danish performing arts. We partner with festivals and platforms across Denmark and the Nordic region to host international presenters, industry and other key partners. These curated visits combine performances, networking, and meetings that build meaningful connections and support new collaborations.
Presenter programmes are coordinated closely with artists, festivals, venues, funders, and embassies to ensure a seamless and impactful experience. For questions, please contact our International Project Manager at international@cphstage.com.
