European Commission

The European Commission is the executive branch of the European Union, responsible for proposing legislation, implementing decisions, and managing the day-to-day business of the EU. Its funding and tenders portal serves as a central gateway for a wide array of financial support mechanisms, including those dedicated to culture, creativity, and cross-border artistic collaboration. Within this framework, programmes such as Creative Europe and Perform Europe exemplify a commitment to fostering a shared European cultural space, supporting the mobility of artists and works, and encouraging innovative, inclusive, and sustainable practices across the performing arts and beyond. The Commission's ethos is rooted in the belief that cultural exchange strengthens democratic values, economic vitality, and mutual understanding among European citizens.