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SUMMARY:International Tap Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:International Tap Day 2025 \nCALGARY ALBERTA\, May 16-18\, 2025 – Tasha Lawson\, Artistic director of Tri-Tone Productions\, is excited to invite you to our 7th Annual Tap Day Celebration.  \nIn partnership with Decidedly Jazz Danceworks\, we bring together over 100 Tap Dancers for an eclectic evening of rhythm and music\, honouring the legacy of Tap Legend\, the late Bill “Bojangles” Robinson. \nThe focus of the weekend is to develop a vibrant\, inspired\, and inclusive tap dance community\,  \nto create a platform for the creation and presentation of new work\, and to advance and celebrate rhythm tap and the percussive arts in Alberta. \nWe welcome rhythmic artists\, musicians and spectators of all ages. The weekend offers master classes & workshops\, discussions\, a live music tap jam and a MainStage Concert presentation. \nThis year’s concert line up features independent artists\, studio submissions\, the Tri-Tone Rhythm Ensemble\, Tap Day Faculty and special guests\, Reverb Dance Company from California.  \nOur Live Music Tap Jam features internationally renowned musicians; Kodi Hutchinson on Bass\, Tyler Hornby on Drums\, and Jon Day on Piano. Tap Dancers join the band for an evening of swinging Jazz and improvisation!  \nTap Day is an internationally recognized event\, celebrated across the globe from Tokyo to New York City. It serves as a testament to the enduring popularity and cultural significance of tap dance\, bringing together students\, professionals\, and enthusiasts alike. \nLive Music Tap Jam   \nFriday\, May 16th – 7:30PM-9:15PM – ( Doors @ 7:15) – DJD Theatre  \nWorkshops and Master Classes  \nSaturday\, May 17th – 9:30AM-4:30PM – DJD Dance Centre \nMain Stage Concert:  \nSunday\, May 18th – DJD Dance Centre  \nVisit: www. tashalawson.com/tapday for tickets and details!  
URL:https://www.abdancealliance.ab.ca/calendar-event/international-tap-day-celebration/
LOCATION:Decidedly Jazz Danceworks\, 111 12 Avenue SE\, Calgary\, AB\, T2G 0Z9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Artist Call,Call for Submissions,Class,Festival,Outreach/Development,Performance,Workshop
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SUMMARY:The MZD Progressive Artist Award Nomination
DESCRIPTION:The MZD Progressive Artist Award Nomination: Nominations Now Open \nThe Mile Zero Dance Progressive Artist Award recognizes the achievements of Edmonton-based artists who actively work in the arts and engage with the community in challenging and exciting ways. Award recipients will be chosen by a local panel of adjudicators. \nThe recipient will receive a $1\,000 cash prize\, announced later in our 2022-23 Season\, Carte Blanche. This biennial award was made possible by a gift from private donors in celebration of Mile Zero Dance’s 30th anniversary\, and is now gifted in memory of Harry Garfinkle. \nNominations for the 2023 MZD Progressive Artist Award are now being accepted until December 15th\, 2022. \nGuidelines for Eligibility\nRecipients for this award must:\nBe nominated by an individual or group (nominators may not nominate more than one individual per year)\nBe involved in the Edmonton Arts Community in a professional capacity and have a body of work (in any discipline) that displays innovative\, progressive\, or political intent and/or results. Areas of focus may include: community health\, social equity or change\, colonialism/reconciliation\, dis/ability\, accessibility\, race\, gender\, sexuality\, and environmental or educational issues\nArtists of all ages\, communities\, cultural backgrounds\, and artistic discipline and approaches are encouraged to apply. \nEvaluation Criteria\nNominee fulfillment of eligibility criteria\nNominee’s body of work\nEvidence of nominee’s engagement with broader ideas\, theories\, politics\, and aesthetic issues relevant to the Edmonton region\nImpact of the nominee’s work\, artistically and aesthetically\nSignificance of artist’s impact on the community and Edmonton’s art ecology \nHow to Nominate\nApply with a one-page letter that identifies how the artist has engaged with larger issues\, including specific examples of how the applicant has met the eligibility criteria\, and a list of recent works. Please include two references with self- nominations. \nSend your applications to info@milezerodance.com\nPlease contact us at 877-708-2213 for further questions about the opportunity.\nApplications due by December 15\, 2022
URL:https://www.abdancealliance.ab.ca/calendar-event/the-mzd-progressive-artist-award-nomination/
LOCATION:Mile Zero Dance\, 9931- 78 Avenue\, Edmonton\, Edmonton\, T6E 1N6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Call for Submissions
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SUMMARY:Call for Nominations: Progressive Artist Award
DESCRIPTION:Deadline: August 1 at 5 PM MST \nThe MZD Progressive Artist Award recognizes the achievements of Edmonton-based artists who actively work in the arts and engage with the community in challenging and exciting ways. Award recipients will be chosen by a local panel of adjudicators. \nThe recipient will receive a $1\,000 cash prize.  This biennial award is made possible by a gift from private donors in celebration of Mile Zero Dance’s 30th anniversary. \nGuidelines for Eligibility\nArtists of all ages\, communities\, cultural backgrounds\, and artistic discipline and approaches are encouraged to apply. \nRecipients for this award must: \n\nBe nominated by an individual or group (nominators may not nominate more than one individual per year)\nBe involved in the Edmonton Arts Community in a professional capacity and have a body of work (in any discipline) that displays innovative\, progressive\, or political intent and/or results. Areas of focus may include: community health\, social equity or change\, colonialism/reconciliation\, dis/ability\, accessibility\, race\, gender\, sexuality\, and environmental or educational issues\n\nEvaluation Criteria\nEach nomination submission is evaluated based on the nominee’s: \n\nBody of work;\nEngagement with broader ideas\, theories\, politics\, and aesthetic issues relevant to the Edmonton region; and\nImpact of work\, artistically and aesthetically\, and within their community and Edmonton’s art ecology.\n\nDeadline to submit a nomination is August 1 at 5 PM MST \nHow to Nominate\nApply with a one-page letter that identifies how the artist has engaged with larger issues\, including specific examples of how the applicant has met the eligibility criteria\, and a list of recent works. Self nominations require two references. \nApply to info@milezerodance.com.\nDirect questions to Tyler Sherard at info@milezerodance.com  or 780.424.1573
URL:https://www.abdancealliance.ab.ca/calendar-event/call-for-nominations-progressive-artist-award/
LOCATION:Online\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Call for Submissions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mile Zero Dance":MAILTO:info@milezerodance.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210616T235500
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210616T235500
DTSTAMP:20260525T103627
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SUMMARY:Meet the Street Arts & Culture Festival Call For Submissions
DESCRIPTION:Call for artisans\, performers and community pop-ups for Meet the Street festival\, happening September 3-5 in downtown Red Deer. All applicants and activities must prioritize the health and safety of participants and must comply with current public health restrictions. For more information and online application forms\, visit reddeer.ca/meetthestreet. \nPlease note: At this time\, we are proceeding with the planning of this event. We realize there will be challenges related to the pandemic and understand public health restrictions may require changes to the format. Organizers will adjust event details as needed to ensure public health restrictions are adhered to\, and to protect the health and safety of all participants. \nThe deadline for applications is June 16\, 2021.
URL:https://www.abdancealliance.ab.ca/calendar-event/meet-the-street-arts-culture-festival-call-for-submissions/
LOCATION:Online\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Call for Submissions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210607T235500
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DTSTAMP:20260525T103627
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SUMMARY:Roots to Branches
DESCRIPTION:Woezo Africa Music & Dance Theatre Inc. and Action Dignity’s B.L.A.C.K (Becoming Leaders Acquiring Critical Knowledge) youth program present Roots to Branches\, an animation project for African\, Caribbean and Black youths (ages 12 – 22.) We’re looking for 10 unique stories of lived experiences from youth in Calgary. We will then adapt these stories into an animated video with creative input from the youth involved. Applications open on May 3rd\, and will close on June 7th 2021. \nFor more information: https://woezoafrica.com/R2B/ \nTo start an application: Apply here! \nIf you have any questions\, contact: rootstobranches@woezoafrica.com
URL:https://www.abdancealliance.ab.ca/calendar-event/roots-to-branches/
LOCATION:Online\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Call for Submissions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210601T235500
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SUMMARY:Harbour Dance Centre Intensive Training Program Audition Submission
DESCRIPTION:Due to Covid-19\, we are going about the audition process a little differently this year. Please send an email to harbourdanceitp@gmail.com with the subject line: Audition. Once we have received your request\, you will be invited to the 2 private audition videos. You will have 48 hours from the time sent to learn the technical exercises and choreography\, record and submit to harbourdanceitp@gmail.com. Please make sure you have a suitable place to record yourself before sending in a video audition request. Included in your video should be some genres of your choice to show us how you like to move. Don’t be shy! Send us some hip hop\, contemporary\, musical theatre\, ballet…anything to show us who you are and why you are suitable for ITP. \n  \nAudition Submission Check List \n\nBallet exercises\nContemporary Jazz choreography\nYour style of choice\, we encourage variety (1 min time limit per video)\nA current picture or headshot\nApplication\nResume\n\n  \nVideos should be shot horizontally and be in a downloadable file under 500mb each. \n  \nDeadline: June 1st\, 2021
URL:https://www.abdancealliance.ab.ca/calendar-event/harbour-dance-centre-intensive-training-program-audition-submission/
LOCATION:Online\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Audition
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ORGANIZER;CN="Harbour Dance Centre":MAILTO:info@harbourdance.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210530T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210530T203000
DTSTAMP:20260525T103627
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SUMMARY:Tryzub Ukrainian Dance Association – Junior Ensemble Auditions
DESCRIPTION:Date – May 30th 2021. Doors open at 6:30 pm. The audition starts at 7 pm.  \n \n#115\, 3953 112 Ave SE Calgary\, AB \nJunior Tryzub is looking for enthusiastic and experienced dancers. Interested dancers must be at least 12 years of age. Interested dancers are encouraged to contact the school at liason@tryzub.ca \nJunior Tryzub provides the opportunity for dancers 12 to 18 to increase their level of technical ability and develop the skills and passion that are Tryzub. They are the highest level of the Tryzub School of Ukrainian Dance. Junior Tryzub performs at various events to increase their exposure in the Calgary community. \nThey rehearse for two-and-a-half hours\, twice weekly\, focusing on technique and building a dance repertoire\, as a means for a seamless transition into the Ensemble. \nIf you are interested in joining Junior Tryzub please contact Tryzub to arrange a one-to-one audition. Our studio will be complying with precautions and guidelines set out by our provincial government and health services.
URL:https://www.abdancealliance.ab.ca/calendar-event/tryzub-ukrainian-dance-association-junior-ensemble-auditions/
LOCATION:Calgary
CATEGORIES:Audition
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210530T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210530T180000
DTSTAMP:20260525T103627
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SUMMARY:Tryzub Ukrainian Dance Association – Ensemble Auditions
DESCRIPTION:Date – May 30th 2021. Doors open at 4 pm. The audition starts at 5 pm.\n#115\, 3953 112 Ave SE Calgary\, AB\n\nTryzub is always looking for enthusiastic and experienced dancers to join the Ensemble. Interested dancers must be at least 18 years of age\, or 16 with parental consent. Involvement with the Ensemble consists of eight hours of rehearsals per week\, in addition to performances\, festivals\, and fundraising commitments. \nAs Ukrainian-Canadians\, dance enables us to participate in our cherished heritage and culture. Most of the dancers do not have formal dance training\, yet we volunteer our time to express our pride\, preserve the future of our culture\, and make friends for life. Our determination and dedication shapes our character in ways which otherwise would go unexplored. \nEven though all Ensemble rehearsals are closed\, interested dancers are encouraged to contact the Ensemble Liaison at ensemblerep@tryzub.ca to make arrangements to attend a rehearsal or schedule an individual audition. Our studio will be complying with precautions and guidelines set out by our provincial government and health services.
URL:https://www.abdancealliance.ab.ca/calendar-event/tryzub-ukrainian-dance-association-ensemble-auditions/
LOCATION:Calgary
CATEGORIES:Audition
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210522T235500
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210522T235500
DTSTAMP:20260525T103627
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SUMMARY:Call for Volunteers! REELING Dance for Screen Festival
DESCRIPTION:Deadline: May 22\, 2021 \nMZD is hosting a drive-in movie event and requires volunteer power to make it a success! The event takes place on Saturday\, May 29 within the parking lot of Bonnie Doon Shopping Centre (8330 82 Ave NW). \nVolunteers duties may involve: \n\nProviding guests up to date information and direction regarding current public health restrictions and guidelines;\nManaging traffic flow and parking;\nWorking in the box office; and\nCapturing photos and video at the event.\n\nIf you are interested in joining the team\, please contact Kelly at admin@milezerodance.com.
URL:https://www.abdancealliance.ab.ca/calendar-event/call-for-volunteers-reeling-dance-for-screen-festival/
LOCATION:Online\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Call for Submissions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210507T235500
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210507T235500
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SUMMARY:Call For Proposals: Fantasy Picnic – The Complete Rites & Rituals of Spring Awakening
DESCRIPTION:Evacuation minus extraction plus exaltation minus exsanguination plus. \nSubmissions due by May 7. \nGuest curator Mikiki collaborates with Mile Zero Dance in inviting you to consider and submit a project for our upcoming June 12 event;  \nSome considerations and concerns to be addressed may be included from the following list.  \nList A: \n\nOFF WITH HER HEAD and/or CAKES! \nWeighted Blanket Bingo\nOur Fruits of Your Labour\nViscosity Drift\nEntomycolonospology\nFlowerchitechture \nIce Ladders/Ice Lattice/I Say Latrice\nSummertime Pre-Public Fines Fitness\nSmall Scale Solstice SoloSensuality Seminar\nBirdsong Breaks Barrier\n\nPlease submit proposal for online dance/moving image/performance project to be presented live or if necessary pre-recorded.  \nInteractivity possible and encouraged\, political is inherent.  \nArtists living with chronic health conditions including LongCovid\, HIV\, HepC; LGBTQIA2S+; artists living with disabilities; Indigenous artists; Black\, POC and racialized artists\, artists without citizenship status\, Mad & psychiatric survivor artists\, and artists living at or below the poverty line strongly encouraged to apply.  \nArtist fee of $500 for each artist or artist group. \nPlease include: \n\nWritten description 500-1500 words\nTechnical rider\nArtist statement (200 words or less)\nBio (200 words or less)\nRelevant images/video\, specifically if the work has been presented before. \n\nSubmissions due by May 7. \nAll interested applicants may apply via google form.
URL:https://www.abdancealliance.ab.ca/calendar-event/call-for-proposals-fantasy-picnic-the-complete-rites-rituals-of-spring-awakening/
LOCATION:Online\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Call for Submissions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210420T235500
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210420T235500
DTSTAMP:20260525T103627
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SUMMARY:IDO Continent vs Continent World Championship Submission
DESCRIPTION:I. Who We Are\nThe International Dance Organization (IDO) is a non-profit World Dance-and-Dancesport Federation consisting of over 90 member and contact nations\, representing more than 500\,000 dancers from SIX CONTINENTS. This year\, the IDO will be celebrating their 40th Anniversary! Member: IDO-Canada (Dance and Dancesport) compete under the name Team Canada Dance. We have been the IDO Member Representative for Canadian dancers attending the World Championships since the 90’s! teamcanadadance.ca \nII. Mandate\nTo bring all dancers and organizations together from around the world through friendly competition\, while displaying good sportsmanship and fostering goodwill among the dancers through all organizations worldwide. \nIII. Who is Eligible?\nIDO is offering this exciting world dance event as an ‘INTERNATIONAL OPEN’\, meaning this World Continental Championship is open to all dancers around the world. GENERAL INFORMATION P A G E 3 / 1 1 \nIV. Why?\nWe are struggling with the impacts from COVID-19 all around the world and are seeking solutions to keep our dancers happy and engaged. Our future is unpredictable at the moment in terms of safely travelling to international competitions. The IDO has invested 40 years and great effort into the development of the top tier World Championships that we have today. We now have the technology to bring a solution to our current situation and bring our dancers into the future…. Furthermore\, this isn’t just about the IDO community – we want to include the world in our exciting new event! Dancers will not be restricted by social\, financial\, or affiliations – there is no travel costs\, costuming\, or new choreography needed. You may use any performance from January 2019 to present with only ONE LOW ENTRY FEE. We are inclusive to all and are willing to work with those in need if it is not financially feasible at this time. Contact us about our special rates for Street Dance. This is a not-for profit organization and any entry fees are to cover costs of adjudicators and prizes. \nFor more information visit: https://teamcanadadance.ca/continent-championships-1 \nDeadline for Round 1 is April 20\, 2021.
URL:https://www.abdancealliance.ab.ca/calendar-event/ido-continent-vs-continent-world-championship-submission/
LOCATION:Online\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Call for Submissions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210412T235900
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210412T235900
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SUMMARY:Shumka Auditions!
DESCRIPTION:Audition Notice\nShumka & Studia Shumka\n\nTake the step to exciting dance dreams & opportunities\, great friendships\, and life-lasting personal development. \nShumka Dancers must be at least 16 years old in 2021. If auditionees are not quite ready for Shumka\, they may be suggested for Shumka’s junior performing ensemble\, Studia Shumka. \n  \n\nFOR AUDITION INFORMATION & TO EMAIL YOUR AUDITION VIDEO PLEASE CONTACT: alyssa.eugenio@shumka.com \nDue to COVID-19 restrictions and for the safety of our team and interested auditionees\, Shumka 2021 Auditions will be a two-step process. After you have completed the ONLINE REGISTRATION FORM\, please do the following. \nA: VIDEO \nPlease send in a video that includes the following elements. Don’t worry about production quality – as long as we can see you clearly. \nBarre (1 side only) \n– Plies \n– Tendus & Glisses \n– Adage (developpe or fondu) \n– Grands Battements \nYou may choose to show exercises you are familiar with or you may choose exercises from this video:  https://vimeo.com/407625720/895cc3a25b \n  \nFlexibility \nPlease show us how flexible you are by demonstrating the following stretches: \n– Hamstring stretch \n– Sitting in 2nd position on the floor (straddle stretch) \n– Splits (centre\, left and right) \n  \nCentre Work \n– Girls: up to 32 Obertas (left and right) and another turning combination of your choice \n– Boys: Show us some prysiadky\, cabrioles and double tours \n  \nChoreography & Special Tricks \n-Include a couple of examples of you dancing with your group or performing a solo/duet/small group. Please explain\, with appropriate detail\, where we can locate you in the choreography. You may also include a video of you performing any tricks/features you are able to showcase. \nDEADLINE MONDAY APRIL 12\, 2021 \nIN-PERSON SESSION \nDancers who successfully pass the VIDEO stage of the audition will be contacted and booked for an individual in-person audition session to take place at the Shumka Dance Centre. COVID-19 safety protocols will be strictly followed. Audition dates/times will be mutually agreed upon by the auditionee and Shumka Artistic Team.
URL:https://www.abdancealliance.ab.ca/calendar-event/shumka-auditions/
LOCATION:Online\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Audition
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ukrainian Shumka Dancers":MAILTO:whirlwind@shumka.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210409T235500
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210409T235500
DTSTAMP:20260525T103627
CREATED:20210403T035649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210403T035715Z
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SUMMARY:IGNITE! Festival of Emerging Artists Artist Submissions
DESCRIPTION:The IGNITE! Festival of Emerging Artists is accepting artist submissions for the 2021 event! \n  \nIGNITE! is looking for exciting and creative artists who are eager to share their work to new audiences. We accept a wide selection of work\, including dance\, theatre\, interdisciplinary\, and more! \n  \nAre you an artist with exciting new or existing work just waiting to be shared? The IGNITE! Festival of Emerging Artists is returning\, and we want to help artists share their engaging and unique art with our community! \nEvery year in June\, Sage Theatre presents the IGNITE! Festival of Emerging Artists – a  multi-disciplinary\, 4-day festival of emerging art and artists. It’s big\, it’s bold\, it’s beautiful! With about 100 artists programmed each year\, IGNITE! is a fantastic development\, networking\, and presentation opportunity for Calgary’s artists. The 2021 festival runs June 16 – 19\, 2021. \nIGNITE! is a festival dedicated to supporting\, mentoring and presenting early career artists of all disciplines. IGNITE! allows artists to embrace risks in a supportive environment while providing resources\, a bridge to the professional arts community\, and meaningful opportunities for collaboration and community building with their peers. \nThe festival accepts applications from artists of all disciplines. \nIBPOC artists\, artists who identify as living with a disability\, LGBQTIA2S+\, and artists who identify as being part of a minority heartily encouraged to apply to all streams of the festival. \nSign up now! \nDetails at sagetheatre.com!
URL:https://www.abdancealliance.ab.ca/calendar-event/ignite-festival-of-emerging-artists-artist-submissions/
LOCATION:Online\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Call for Submissions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210315T235900
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210315T235900
DTSTAMP:20260525T103627
CREATED:20210223T031511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210223T031607Z
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SUMMARY:AUDITIONS 2021/2022 - DJD
DESCRIPTION:In the spirit of jazz\, we dance. \nThe mission of DJD is to enrich lives by engaging people in exploring\, evolving\, and promoting the art of jazz dance. Jazz is a contemporary dance form with a rich history and many cousins. We dance to jazz music; with bent knees and movement in our torsos\, we embrace improvisation\, rhythmic sophistication\, and individuality. Our home\, the DJD Dance Centre\, is becoming a global destination for aspiring jazz dance artists and is quickly becoming the dance hub of Calgary. Through our performances\, education stream\, and community outreach\, we are creating a culture where all people move with us. \nFor the 2021/22 season\, DJD is seeking male and female dancers who are passionate about jazz dance and the work of DJD for both our Company and Professional Training Program (PTP). \nDue to the unique times\, DJD will be conducting a multi-stage virtual and in-person audition process. \nStage 1: Video Submission – submissions due by March 15. \nStage 2: Online Audition – All online auditions will take place between March 22-25 and April 5-9. \nStage 3: TBD – Potential in-person audition may be scheduled for Spring of 2021. \nAny questions with regards to the audition process can be emailed to Dance School Principal\, Joanne Baker . \nVisit decidedlyjazz.com to apply to audition! \nTHE COMPANY\nAt it’s heart\, DJD is a professional dance company that is dedicated to evolving the art of jazz dance. For the 2021/22 season\, DJD is seeking experienced female and male dancers who have a passion for jazz dance and music\, plus strong technique and great personal groove. 33-42 week contracts include health benefits\, chiropractic\, physiotherapy\, and fitness centre/yoga studio memberships. \nPROFESSIONAL TRAINING PROGRAM\nThe Professional Training Program (PTP) at DJD is dedicated to the development of skilled and knowledgeable jazz dance artists. With emphasis placed on individual growth and development\, dancers receive consistent feedback and guidance that encourages excellence and dedication to the form. Study is based in Jazz\, Tap\, Jazz Improvisation\, Modern\, West African\, Traditional Afro-Cuban Forms\, Swing\, Latin\, Ballet\, Core Strength\, Jump Rhythm Jazz Style\, DJD Repertoire\, Jazz History and Jazz Music Appreciation. The PTP is recognized as credit toward a University of Calgary Dance Degree. For the 2021/22 season\, the PTP is seeking emerging artists who are enthusiastic about their development in the jazz idiom. \nDJD DANCE CENTRE\nThe new DJD Dance Centre has been designed to inspire creativity for the users within its walls and to be a source of artistic energy for the community. \n 
URL:https://www.abdancealliance.ab.ca/calendar-event/auditions-2021-2022-djd/
LOCATION:Online\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Audition
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ORGANIZER;CN="Decidedly Jazz Danceworks":MAILTO:djd@decidedlyjazz.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210307T235900
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210307T235900
DTSTAMP:20260525T103627
CREATED:20201215T221308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201215T221352Z
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SUMMARY:Play the Fool: International Short Film Festival (Call for Submissions)
DESCRIPTION:This international short film festival for clowning around in film format is in its second instalment\, based out of Edmonton\, Canada\, complements the Play The Fool Live Theatre Festival and welcomes interpretations of clowning from all corners of the world. International and local films are jury selected with engaging\, creative content considered more important than slick production values. \nPhysical comedy\, dance\, clowning and filmmaking can be wonderfully expressive cousins at play. Submissions are open for the 2021 Play the Fool International Short Film Festival! \nSubmit your 2 minute short film by March 7th\, 2021. \nFor full contest details and to submit your short film please visit https://filmfreeway.com/PlaytheFoolSF
URL:https://www.abdancealliance.ab.ca/calendar-event/play-the-fool-international-short-film-festival/
LOCATION:Online\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Call for Submissions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210212T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210212T170000
DTSTAMP:20260525T103627
CREATED:20201211T200849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201211T201117Z
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SUMMARY:CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS: CREATIVE INCUBATOR 2021
DESCRIPTION:Good Women Dance is accepting submissions for our Creative Incubator series\, a week-long creation workshop facilitated by local dance and theatre artist Amber Borotsik. Artists will bring their current ideas and interests and be able to work surrounded by the creative energy and input of their peers and community members. The Creative Incubator is free and open to all disciplines. All experience levels are welcome\, from artists just starting their artistic practices to established artists in the community. \nThis 5-day long workshop runs daily from 9am-4pm on May 17th through May 21st\, 2021 at the Shumka Centre for Dance (10515 111 St NW\, Edmonton). An informal showing will take place on Friday\, May 21st. In the event of further COVID restrictions\, Creative Incubator will take place online via Zoom. \nThe week will include facilitated exercises\, sharing\, and discussion between participants\, with opportunities for collaboration. Prepare to question and be questioned\, to explore\, to collaborate\, and to find new and exciting pathways and processes for you and your work. \nAPPLICATION REQUIREMENTS\n\nA brief artist statement or biography\nA description of the ideas/interests you are exploring in the creative process for your current project (IE: tell us about the piece you’ll be working on at the Creative Incubator!)\nA brief explanation to the following questions:\n\nWhy are you interested in this specific creative format?\nWhat do you intend to achieve throughout the workshop?\nWhat is the next step in your creation?\n\n\nDetails about any large props and/or equipment you will be working with\nExamples of past or present work (IE: YouTube/Vimeo links\, website\, photo gallery\, script\, sound file or link\, etc). Online sources or electronic files only – no hard copy support material\, please.\nAny additional support or research materials you wish to include (optional)\n\nApplication packages should be sent via email to info@goodwomen.ca as one PDF document no later than FRIDAY\, FEBRUARY 12\, 2021 at 5:00pm MDT. Please do not send hard copy submissions; only electronic submissions will be considered. We will be contacting all applicants with our decision by Friday\, February 26th\, 2021. \nThe Creative Incubator works best and benefits all involved if successful applicants attend the entirety of the workshop\, including the public showing + sharing event. However\, if this commitment is a barrier for you\, please indicate this in your submission and we will collaborate on solutions that benefit you and the other participants in the program while allowing for different types of engagement. \nGWDC is an equity-seeking organization: We support and encourage the sharing of space and stories from all bodies\, lands and histories\, many of which have yet to be experienced on our stages and in our studios. We acknowledge this and actively strive to change it. Feel free to contact us via email with any questions you may have prior to submitting your application.
URL:https://www.abdancealliance.ab.ca/calendar-event/call-for-submissions-creative-incubator-2021/
LOCATION:Online\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Call for Submissions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Good Women Dance Collective":MAILTO:info@goodwomen.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210202T235900
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210202T235900
DTSTAMP:20260525T103627
CREATED:20210126T234224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210126T234332Z
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SUMMARY:Call for Artists - Quick + Dirty 2021 (DSW)
DESCRIPTION:CALL FOR ARTISTS!\nDSW’s dance-on-film Creative Intensive and our 2021 edition of The Quick + Dirty: A Festival of Emerging Artists and Ideas \nRunning March 1st to April 30th\, the Creative Intensive is an opportunity for dance artists to develop skills and acquire cinematic and choreographic knowledge while making a short dance film (5 minutes max!). Choreographer/filmmakers Linnea Swan and Jacob Niedzwiecki will provide technical support and compositional guidance throughout the intensive. The finished films will be streamed online\, on-demand for the two-week Quick + Dirty festival run in May! Artists will receive a presentation fee of $750. \nCriteria: Interested artists must have an established creative practice\, have a keen interest in DIY filmmaking\, and be available for up to 8 hours for online\, group tutorials and one-on-one Zoom meetings with the mentors. As the entire project will done virtually\, artists will be required to find their own space to work. \nThe CI and Q+D promotes emerging voices and fresh ideas. We invite applications from creators whose primary practice is movement-based\, and we welcome exploration of all genres\, forms and expressions of identity. If you require ASL translation or have any accessibility or special accommodation requests\, please let us know in the application! \nTo apply\, please submit the following information to communications@dswlive.ca by 11:59pm MDT\, February 2nd 2021:\n– A 3 page CV. Please highlight any dance-on-film experience you may have\n– A link to a video sample of your choreography or dance film work\n500 words describing what you want to work on or make\n– Will you work with any collaborators\, such as dancers\, videographers\, editors\, etc.. ? Do you have anyone in mind? Or will you be doing it all yourself?\n– Any accessibility or special accommodation requests \nAny additional queries can be directed to our Program Coordinator\, Samantha\, at communications@dswlive.ca \n 
URL:https://www.abdancealliance.ab.ca/calendar-event/call-for-artists-quick-dirty-2021-dsw/
LOCATION:Online\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Call for Submissions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dancers' Studio West":MAILTO:artisticdirector@dswlive.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210201T235900
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210201T235900
DTSTAMP:20260525T103627
CREATED:20201215T215707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201215T215757Z
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SUMMARY:Call for Dance on Film + Video
DESCRIPTION:CALL FOR DANCE ON FILM + VIDEO\nDeadline: Monday\, February 1st 2021\ndance: made in canada/fait au canada Festival (d:mic/fac) is the only Toronto-based biennial summer festival of contemporary dance. The not-for-profit festival was founded in 2000 by Yvonne Ng and princess productions. \nWe are looking for dance films and videos to showcase at the 2021 festival. The Moving Pictures Award (a cash prize) will be presented to the best dance film or video receiving its Toronto premiere at d:mic/fac. \nd:mic/fac fills a mid-market niche by presenting culturally-diverse\, independent dance artists from across Canada. Because of its multi-disciplinary nature\, the festival is a popular choice for both seasoned art aficionados and new dance and dancefilm audiences. \nWe are looking to program short (under 15 minutes) films and documentaries that address the intersections of movement and media.  Individuals and groups may submit films only via FilmFreeway. \nEntries must be received by Monday\, February 1st 2021 at 11:59pm EST.  \nAll films selected will receive an honorarium. Although we cannot offer feedback on submitted films\, a response to all submissions will be made in a timely fashion\, and complete film programming for d:mic/fac Festival will be announced in May. \nAWARDS\nThe Moving Picture Award – An award for a Toronto premiere\, as chosen by our panel of jurors. \nSUBMISSIONS PROCESS\nThe submissions period opens Thursday\, December 3rd\, 2020. All submissions to dance: made in canada must be made via FilmFreeway at this link by February 1\, 2021.
URL:https://www.abdancealliance.ab.ca/calendar-event/call-for-dance-on-film-video/
LOCATION:Online\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Call for Submissions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210131T235900
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210131T235900
DTSTAMP:20260525T103627
CREATED:20210110T234808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210110T234915Z
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SUMMARY:International Dance Week Showcase Application Deadline (Free Flow Dance Theatre Company)
DESCRIPTION:Applications to participate are now open! Deadline to apply is January 31\, 2021.  \nWe are currently in the process of planning our International Dance Week Showcase for 2021. Inquiries and Artist Applications can be directed to freeflowdance@gmail.com. \nThe pandemic has had lasting repercussions on the live performance world. Free Flow Dance Theatre is presenting a week-long online showcase highlighting the cultural diversity of Canadian dance artists. The event will promote cross-collaboration between cultures. Successful applicants will create original short work prepared for a live stream performance. Performances should include choreography that is 10 minutes or less that is inspired by the diversity of dance and participate in a short 5 minute talkback period following the performance. \nWe will prioritize collaborations between First Nations dancers and POC with other contemporary or cultural dance artists. 1 artistic project will be featured online per day during the presentation period of 1 week April 25th- May 1st 2021. All performances will be recorded and preserved for use on the Free Flow Dance Theatre company website or Youtube channel for future viewing. \nMore information can be found here. \nThank you to our 2021 Funders SaskCulture and SK Arts!
URL:https://www.abdancealliance.ab.ca/calendar-event/international-dance-week-showcase-applications-free-flow-dance-theatre-company/
LOCATION:Online\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Call for Submissions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Free Flow Dance Theatre Company":MAILTO:freeflowdance@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210131T235900
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210131T235900
DTSTAMP:20260525T103627
CREATED:20201223T033033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201223T033124Z
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SUMMARY:REELING: Dance for Screen Festival
DESCRIPTION:Call for submissions\, deadline January 31 \nMZD is accepting submissions of short video works (10 minutes or less) for REELING: Dance for Screen Festival.\nREELING’s focus is to represent the best work from artists across Alberta\, Canada\, and the world who have been pushed by the 2020 pandemic to innovate the dance medium through the use of video. \nWorks could include (but are not limited to): \n\nCultural dances;\nWork from under-represented artists; and\nInterdisciplinary collaborations.\n\nUp to 25 works will be selected and presented at the festival through various online and community events\, including a big screen drive-in party and presentation. \nParticipants will receive: \n\nA feature spot in the online festival\, scheduled for May 2021;\nCredit and mention in festival promotion\, and on the MZD website; and\nAn honorarium.\n\nAll individuals are welcome to apply\, and submissions must include: \n\nThe title\, length and date of your piece;\nA 140 character elevator pitch (think original Twitter\, lol);\nA 400 word (or less) description of the project;\nA link to your film or footage (up to 10 minutes long);\nHeadshot and bio (lead artist only\, please include where you are from); and\nRelevant online links (website\, social media etc.).\n\nAll applications must be submitted through the online application form. \nInquiries about the festival may be sent to info@milezerodance.com. \nApplication deadline is January 31.
URL:https://www.abdancealliance.ab.ca/calendar-event/reeling-dance-for-screen-festival/
LOCATION:Online\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Call for Submissions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mile Zero Dance":MAILTO:info@milezerodance.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210122T215900
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210122T215900
DTSTAMP:20260525T103627
CREATED:20210110T223212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210110T223212Z
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SUMMARY:Connecting Perspectives: A Cross-Border Art Initiative (Call for Choreographers)
DESCRIPTION:Canada’s diplomatic missions in the United States are proud to partner with the Toronto-based Social Distancing Festival to present a new collaborative\, interdisciplinary series called Connecting Perspectives: A Cross-Border Art Initiative\, which will bring together artists who identify as Black\, Indigenous or People of Colour (BIPOC) in Canada and the United States to create collaborative projects that draw inspiration from the theme “Art Today”. \nConnecting Perspectives aims to reflect this time of change\, loss\, and hope— and will spotlight BIPOC visual artists\, choreographers\, composers/musicians\, poets\, and spoken word artists who are enthusiastic about collaborating on new art and who can embrace the digital exhibition of their work. \n___________________ \nApplications will be reviewed by a jury of professional BIPOC artists. A total of 26 artists (13 artists in Canada and 13 artists in the United States) will be chosen to participate\, and each artist will be paired with another artist (1 artist in Canada with 1 artist in the United States). \nAll chosen artists who complete a collaborative art piece for the project will receive USD $1000\, as well as USD $200 for expenses. \nApplicants must be residents of Canada or the United States\, have a minimum of 2 years professional experience\, and be available to work on this project between February and the end of April 2021. \nFor more information about the process and eligibility requirements\, please visit socialdistancingfestival.com/connectingperspectives \nThe deadline for submissions is January 22nd at 11:59pm ET. Given that the project seeks to include participants from across the United States and Canada\, we may need to stop accepting applications from certain regions if we have received a large amount of submissions. We encourage artists to apply quickly!
URL:https://www.abdancealliance.ab.ca/calendar-event/connecting-perspectives-a-cross-border-art-initiative-call-for-choreographers/
LOCATION:Online\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Call for Submissions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210115T235900
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210115T235900
DTSTAMP:20260525T103627
CREATED:20201223T032729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210111T012740Z
UID:10005023-1610755140-1610755140@www.abdancealliance.ab.ca
SUMMARY:Call for Participants: Community-based workshop (MZD)
DESCRIPTION:Call for Participants\, deadline January 15 \nMultidisciplinary artist\, facilitator\, teacher\, arts producer and community organizer Kevin Jesuino is seeking LGBT & BIPOC community members and emerging artists to participate in an upcoming community-based workshop and participation-based performance\, Cruising at 30 Kilometers a Second and Attempting Not To Crash. \nJust like in nature\, there is no right or wrong for this project and all individuals and bodies (18+) are encouraged to sign up to participate! \nThe goal of this experimental work is to explore  how queer bodies relate to nature\, create a safe space for discussion\, and loose to interpret and create! \nThis is a workshop based project that requires two types of participants: \n\nPre-recorded participants will receive a score (a series of prompts) that participants  will interpret in a public green space. All scores/prompts are different. Participants must have a smartphone with video capturing capability. All scores are filmed outside and no longer than 30  minutes. Videos will be submitted via wetransfer.com.\nLive performance participants will receive a score (a series of prompts) that they will interpret live on Feb 12 – 7pm or Feb 13 – 2pm. Participants must have a laptop or smartphone. You may be asked to film inside or in your backyard at times. For no longer than 60 minutes.\n\nAll participants will receive: \n\nAn invitation to a virtual collaboration dinner with various multidisciplinary artists;\nCredit for participation in the show and for any future use of its content; and\n$50 in compensation for their participation and 30 minute performance.\n\nRequirements: \n\n18+\nAvailable to attend:\n\nA virtual collaboration dinner on January 23 at 7PM MST; and\nThe live performance(s) on February 12 – 7PM and/or  February 13 – 2 PM.\n\n\nAccess to a smartphone to record or ‘witness’ to your experience.\nPerformance experience is not required.\n\nAll expressions of interest to participate can be submitted online. \nFor more information about the project\, visit www.kevinjesuino.com/participate.
URL:https://www.abdancealliance.ab.ca/calendar-event/cruising-at-30-kilometers-a-second-and-attempting-not-to-crash/
LOCATION:Online\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Call for Submissions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mile Zero Dance":MAILTO:info@milezerodance.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210115T235900
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210115T235900
DTSTAMP:20260525T103627
CREATED:20201215T215337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210111T012444Z
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SUMMARY:Become a Dance Steward!
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking to engage with the Toronto dance community next summer?\nJoin our Festival team as a Dance Steward!\nThe dance: made in/fait au canada Festival is looking for emerging artists who are interested in advocating and networking with our National dance community. Get the chance to see the latest in Canada’s contemporary dance. \nWHAT IS IN IT FOR YOU:\n\nWorkshops with professionals\nNetworking orientation\nConnection into the professional world\nBuilding relationships with professional dance artists\nHonorarium\nAccess to the Festival programming\nA look into the professional creative process\n\nAUGUST 11th – 15th\, 2021 \nA Summer Festival of Contemporary Dance \nArtists from Vancouver\, Calgary\, Toronto\, Montreal\, Halifax \nDANCE STEWARDS ARE:\nInterested in engaging with the dance community from across Canada. \nWilling and able to be representatives of the dance: made in canada Festival\, specifically engaging with our audiences during the week of the Festival. \nInterested in meeting our Festival artists and team\, being exposed to the inner workings of a national-wide Festival. \nEXPECTATIONS:\nYou must be available for: \nTwo (2) orientation sessions – 5 Hours total \nOne (1) post-mortem session\, following the festival – 2 Hours total \nYou should be available for at least twelve (12) hours during the week of the Festival – this includes shadowing tech rehearsals\, connecting with Festival artists for one-on-one chats\, attending our Festival programming\, attending Festival workshops free of charge\, and acting as a representative in the lobby of the Festival venue. \nHOW TO APPLY:\nFill out your application HERE \nYou will be asked to provide a short bio and a letter of interest\, stating why you would be right for this role. (100-300 Words) \nSubmission Deadline: January 15th 2020
URL:https://www.abdancealliance.ab.ca/calendar-event/become-a-dance-steward/
LOCATION:Online\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Call for Submissions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20201231T235900
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20201231T235900
DTSTAMP:20260525T103627
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SUMMARY:Call for Submissions (Edmonton): Dance Projects\, Pieces or Performances – Good Women Dance Collective and Azimuth Theatre
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a dance or movement project on your mind that you would like to share with your community? Azimuth Theatre and the Good Women Dance Collective want to help make it happen as part of the 2021 Expanse Festival!\n\nThe Good Women Dance Collective Presentation is a PAID opportunity curated by Good Women Dance Collective to present a new or existing work!\n\nGood Women Dance Collective (GWDC) is a creation-based company committed to supporting a vibrant\, sustainable and inclusive dance community in Edmonton. The society’s artistic focus is on creating\, commissioning and producing innovative new contemporary works that simultaneously challenge and expand our audience.\nWHAT TO SUBMIT\n\nVideo Of Past Work\n\nThe video does not necessarily have to be the project you are applying to perform but an example of your past/recent work.\n\n\nA Short Description Of Your Proposed Project\nAn Intro To Who You Are\n\n(Whatever this looks like to you\, this could be a Bio\, Resume\, Video Intro\, share what inspires you!)\n\n\nWho Is A Part of Your Creative Team\n\nInclude the names of collaborators and how they are involved in your project.\n\n\n\nSend Materials to info@goodwomen.ca\n\nDue Date: December 31st\, 2020\n\nQuestions regarding applications should be directed to info@goodwomen.ca.\n\nWe support and encourage the sharing of space and stories from all bodies\, lands and languages. Many experiences and stories have yet to be experienced and shared on our stages. We acknowledge this and actively strive to change it. All experience levels are welcome\, from artists just starting their choreographic practices to established artists in the community\, we want to share in your work!\n\n\nSubmissions for this project are open to all. If you have yet to see your story on stage\, we are here to listen\, learn and create together. \n\nAll work will be curated\, created and presented following and maintaining COVID-19 regulations\, policy and protocol\, with the possibility of pivoting to online or streaming options.
URL:https://www.abdancealliance.ab.ca/calendar-event/call-for-submissions-edmonton-dance-projects-pieces-or-performances-good-women-dance-collective-and-azimuth-theatre/
LOCATION:Online\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Call for Submissions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Good Women Dance Collective":MAILTO:info@goodwomen.ca
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201231
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210101
DTSTAMP:20260525T103627
CREATED:20201009T162523Z
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SUMMARY:Mile Zero Dance: Call for Short Multi-Disciplinary Acts (Deadline: Ongoing)
DESCRIPTION:Short Multidisciplinary Acts\, 10 minutes or less\, for paid cabaret situations such as Dirt Buffet Cabaret\, Salons or other mixed evenings such as fundraisers. \nPleases send submission to info@milezerodance.com including a video clip (online)\, short bio\, and a description of work to be presented. Any media considered. \nView Mile Zero Dance’s AB Dance Directory Profile
URL:https://www.abdancealliance.ab.ca/calendar-event/mile-zero-dance-call-for-short-multi-disciplinary-acts-deadline-ongoing/
LOCATION:Online\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Call for Submissions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20201205T235900
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20201205T235900
DTSTAMP:20260525T103627
CREATED:20201119T213647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201119T213819Z
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SUMMARY:Peggy Baker Dance Projects 2020/21 RBC Emerging Artist Program
DESCRIPTION:CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS\nPeggy Baker Dance Projects is pleased to offer our fourth annual Emerging Artists Program to take place intermittently from January 18 – February 19 2021. This will be our first program to take place entirely online making it possible for dancers to participate from wherever they call home\, across Canada. \nThis program is an exceptional opportunity for four emerging dancers to deepen and expand their artistry by training and rehearsing with our company and to broaden their digital skills by embracing the elements of the online world. \nParticipation in this program is remunerated with an honorarium of $1200. \nREPERTORY STUDIES AND CHOREOGRAPHIC MENTORSHIP \n\n\nRich and challenging solo and ensemble excerpts from the company’s repertoire. \n\n\nParticipation in Peggy Baker’s Action Lab – a composition/choreography project with mentorship by Peggy culminating in a self-designed solo by each dancer. \n\n\nTRAINING: \n\n\nOptional online training with Christine Wright weekdays from 11:30-1:00pm. This includes Ballet on Monday\, Wednesday and Friday\, and Fundamentals Classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays.  Online classes are valued at $10 each. For more information please visit: https://peggybakerdance.com/class-with-christine-wright \n\n\nor\, a training subsidy of up to $50 per week with receipts for classes of dancer’s choice \n\n\ncombination of option 1 and option 2 for a maximum total training subsidy of $50 \n\n\nApplication Deadline: December 5\, 2020 \nPlease submit the following via a single PDF to jenny@peggybakerdance.com \n\n\na current CV (one page maximum) \n\n\nan artist’s statement describing your values and aspirations in relation to dance (150 words maximum)\na short statement describing why this opportunity is of interest to you (150 word maximum) \n\n\na video submission uploaded to youtube and shared via a weblink of up to one and a half minutes. Your video submission may be a short clip of something that you have done before\, preferably with you dancing alone. Or\, a short video of you interpreting a movement score provided by Peggy Baker. Please email jenny@peggybakerdance.com to receive the score. \n\n\n*please note that participants in this program must be citizens or landed immigrants and between the ages of 18-30 to be eligible
URL:https://www.abdancealliance.ab.ca/calendar-event/peggy-baker-dance-projects-2020-21-rbc-emerging-artist-program/
LOCATION:Online\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Call for Submissions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Peggy Baker Dance Projects":MAILTO:info@peggybakerdance.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20201130T235900
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20201130T235900
DTSTAMP:20260525T103627
CREATED:20201015T212711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201015T212841Z
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SUMMARY:Call to Artists: Dance Work For Young Audiences (Sursaut)
DESCRIPTION:The Sursaut Dance Company is looking for dance artists with a project to create a work for young audiences\, that could be produced within the framework of the company. \nFounded in Sherbrooke in 1985\, the Sursaut Dance Company is dedicated to the creation of choreographic works for young and family audiences. The company’s works are disseminated in Canada and abroad. \nOne of the few companies situated outside the major urban centers\, Sursaut ensures the presence of professional dance in its region and participates in the decentralization of arts and culture. Sherbrooke is a mid-sized city located in the Eastern Townships region of Quebec. The city is a regional hub and university center\, with an urban population of 212\,000 inhabitants. Strongly anchored in its milieu\, the company’s presence and work make Sherbrooke an important center for dance creation for children and youth. \nPROJECTS WE ARE LOOKING FOR:\nThe choreographic projects must meet the following criteria: \n\nHave a minimum of two performers\nThe body\, movement\, and dance\, must be at the heart of the creation\nThe projected choreographic work must be a minimum of 25 minutes in length\n\nAs a first step in the process\, three projects will be selected for a short residency of one or two weeks. Following the residencies\, one of the projects will be chosen to be produced by the company. \nWHAT THE COMPANY OFFERS:\n\nWorking space\, a studio at the Centre des arts de la scène Jean Besré\, in Sherbrooke (Quebec);\nTechnical support and two of the company’s dancers;\n$2000 for additional expenses incurred by the artist in the context of the residency.\n\nCALENDAR:\n\nDeadline for submitting projects: November 30\, 2020\nSelection of projects: December 2020\nVirtual meeting with the artists whose projects are retained and planning of the residencies: February 2021\nResidencies: May to November 2021\nSelection of the project that will be produced: December 2021\nCreation and production of the chosen project: beginning in March 2022\nPremiere of the new creation: autumn 2022 or spring 2023.\n\nThe financial conditions for the production will be determined by the nature of the project that is chosen. \nHOW TO SUBMIT A PROJECT:\nSend your curriculum vitæ\, a description of the proposed choreographic project\, as well as audiovisual support material from your professional career\, to Francine Châteauvert\, Artistic Director and General Manager\, at fchateauvert@sursaut.ca before 5:00 p.m.\, Thursday\, November 30\, 2020. \nFOR MORE INFORMATION: www.sursaut.ca
URL:https://www.abdancealliance.ab.ca/calendar-event/call-to-artists-dance-work-for-young-audiences-sursaut/
LOCATION:Online\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Call for Submissions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sursaut":MAILTO:info@sursaut.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20201116T235900
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20201116T235900
DTSTAMP:20260525T103627
CREATED:20201102T201815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201102T202154Z
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SUMMARY:Call for Submissions: Foreign Relations- Artistic Residencies
DESCRIPTION:Vertigo Theatre invites proposals from members of the Calgary arts community for Performance Residencies as well as Development Residencies. We are welcoming applications from any artistic medium which includes\, but is not limited to: theatre\, visual art\, dance\, music\, film\, etc. \n**Please note any and all activities and performances must follow COVID -19 safety guidelines as regulated by the province of Alberta and the City of Calgary. \nPERFORMANCE RESIDENCIES\nThese residencies are intended for independent companies\, collectives\, or individual artists to utilize the Vertigo Playhouse or Studio for the staging of a live or online performance. These residencies can range from short-run ticketed productions (with social distancing and safety protocols as required) to work-in-progress showings that require technical elements (i.e: theatre performance\, art show\, live music concert\, etc). \nWHAT WE CAN PROVIDE FOR THE PERFORMANCES RESIDENCIES:\n\n\nUp to a three week residency in Vertigo’s Playhouse or studio with house lighting\, sound and seating plots. \n\n\nUp to 30 hours with Vertigo’s Playhouse or Studio Technician for any technical needs or production support. \n\n\nBox Office and FOH support for public performances can be provided based on needs of project \n\n\nRequests for additional support and resources will be considered on a case by case basis\, or can be provided at our Arts Partners rates. \n\n\nDEVELOPMENT RESIDENCIES\nThese residencies are intended for independent companies\, collectives\, or individual artists to utilize the Vertigo Playhouse or Studio for script development\, collective creation\, or as a general creation space. These spaces could be used in a variety of ways depending on how the group or individual decide. \nWHAT WE CAN PROVIDE FOR DEVELOPMENT RESIDENCIES:\n\n\nThe Vertigo Playhouse or Studio. \n\n\nUp to 2 weeks (Monday-Friday\, 9 am-5 pm) for development and general use of space. \n\n\nA Vertigo Theatre representative to assist if needed. \n\n\nUp to two evenings for invited showcase of work in-process\, if desired. \n\n\nRequests for additional support and resources will be considered on a case by case basis\, or can be provided at our Arts Partners rates \n\n\nWe regret that we cannot provide accommodation or living subsidies for either residency. \nAVAILABLE DATES*:\n\nUp to THREE Performance Residency slots and up to THREE Development Residency slots available throughout the 20/21 season. The open residency dates are: January – June 2021\n*Date specifics will be discussed further with Vertigo Theatre upon selection.\n\nAPPLICATION PROPOSALS SHOULD INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:\n\nResidency stream selection (Performance or Development).\nA short project description including a discussion of what stage the project is currently at; the artistic goal or line of enquiry associated with the proposed phase of your project; and a further\, future goal for the project.\nA list of artists involved thus far. We understand not all artists may be finalized at the time of submitting.\nA brief outline of why Vertigo Theatre is a suitable partner for your work.\nA description of any technical needs you anticipate during the workshop.\nCV’s are not required. Applicants are encouraged to reach out to Vertigo to discuss their proposal in advance. Please contact Craig Hall at craig.hall@vertigotheatre.com and/or Kathryn Smith at kathryn.smith@vertigotheatre.com. We encourage applications from BIPOC\, queer\, disability/mad\, and early career artists. Vertigo Theatre also acknowledges and supports the work of the 35//50 Initiative. This initiative prioritizes work that upholds the balance of projects having 35% BIPOC identified artists\, and 50% women/non-binary artists/trans/intersex artists.\n\nIf these guidelines provide any barriers\, please reach out to kathryn.smith@vertigotheatre.com and we would be happy to discuss an alternative application process. \nArtistic Director Craig Hall\, Associate Artistic Director Jenna Rodgers and Artistic Associate Kathryn Smith will be responsible for selecting the six successful applicants. \nPlease direct all enquiries and proposals to Kathryn Smith kathryn.smith@vertigotheatre.com by November 16th\, 2020 at 11:59 pm. Successful candidates will be contacted by November 30th\, 2020.
URL:https://www.abdancealliance.ab.ca/calendar-event/call-for-submissions-foreign-relations-artistic-residencies/
LOCATION:Online\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Call for Submissions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Vertigo Theatre":MAILTO:info@vertigotheatre.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20201025T235900
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20201025T235900
DTSTAMP:20260525T103627
CREATED:20201023T195747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201023T201504Z
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SUMMARY:Crossed Wires Cabaret: Call for Submissions
DESCRIPTION:Is there something you want to try that connects live and virtual audiences at the same time? Do you want to experiment with financial and production support from the Edmonton Fringe and Amoris Projects teams? No idea is too big or small.​ \nSelected artists will receive $1500\, production mentorship & support\, and more! \n\nClick for full submission notice! \n\n\nClick for the submission form! \n\n\nSubmission deadline Oct. 25. \nThe Crossed Wires Cabaret is produced with the support of the Edmonton Arts Council\, the Canada Council for the Arts\, the Edmonton Community Foundation\, and Theatre Alberta.
URL:https://www.abdancealliance.ab.ca/calendar-event/crossed-wires-cabaret-call-for-submissions/
LOCATION:Online\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Call for Submissions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20200901T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20200901T203000
DTSTAMP:20260525T103627
CREATED:20200626T190507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200626T190507Z
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SUMMARY:VOLYA SCHOOL Placement Session - September 1
DESCRIPTION:The Volya School of Ukrainian Dance will be having a placement session on September 1\, 2020\, at 7:00 pm\, for new dancers interested in joining our school.  It will be held at our rehearsal studio in the Ruth Carse Center for Dance\, 11205 107 Ave NW\, Edmonton.  You will receive further details after completing the on-line form on our website:\n\nhttps://sites.google.com/view/volyaschool/registration\n\nThe Volya School of Ukrainian Dance is the feeder school for the Volya Ukrainian Dance Ensemble. Our school ranges from ages 4 – 18. Students are trained in an academic style of Ukrainian Dance with emphasis on traditional Ukrainian stage dance\,  ballet\, and character dance training. All of this is accomplished under the skillful direction of our school and ensemble artistic director and State Honored Artist of Ukraine Zhenia Bahri and our assistant instructors.
URL:https://www.abdancealliance.ab.ca/calendar-event/volya-school-placement-session-september-1/
LOCATION:Ruth Carse Centre for Dance\, 11205-107 Avenue\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, Alberta\, T5H 0Y2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Audition
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ORGANIZER;CN="Volya Ukrainian Dance":MAILTO:info@volya.org
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