A4 – Associations of contemporary culture

A4 is an independent, multifunctional and non-profit cultural centre situated in the centre of Bratislava established in 2004 and run by A4 – association for contemporary culture. With up to 30 cultural events monthly and around 15 000 visitors annually, A4 is focusing on contemporary art and culture of all genres. A4 functions also as a production and communication node supporting innovative artistic forms and co-operations. Program consists of theater and dance performances, film screenings, concerts of innovative musicians, new media art, exhibitions, public discussions, workshops and educational programs, community development projects, etc. It has a strong programming focus on avant-garde music, sound art and new media art. The vibrant community around A4 consist of artists, students and art and culture lovers, with the majority of visitors, volunteers and active contributors being young people aged 18-40.

For the artist on residency we offer all the technical support needed for the project and we arrange for the accommodation as well. Our venue has the hall (blackbox) with the capacity of 250 people (for standing) and 100 people (for sitting) and there is also cafe with the capacity around 60 people for sitting.