Platform 0.2
Call for Dance Artists
Deadline 16th April 2013
Manchester Dance Consortium would like to invite you to apply to show a work-in-progress at Platform 0.2 on Tuesday 14th May, 8.00pm, in Space 1 at Contact (MDC is awaiting a funding decision to support this opportunity, please see below for further details).
The focus of Platform 0.2 is the relationship between dance performance and theatrical space. The piece you put forward must be accessible to new audiences, visually exciting and exploit the theatrical space of the stage and its relation to the auditorium.
The format of Platform 0.2 stimulates and supports choreographic enquiry. Audience members are encouraged to respond to the performances by providing you with written feedback. The Platform is a unique chance to actively engage with audiences and to use their input to shape the future development of your work. Prior to the Platform you will be supported in setting questions for the audience. Additionally, audiences are invited to attend a workshop to support them in responding to your work.*
Selection Criteria:
Your performance piece must be a work in progress (NB: We are looking for work which is genuinely open to change and development)
You must be able to clearly demonstrate how your piece is dependent on the theatrical space
You must evidence artistic quality in your application
You must articulate what feedback you would like from members of the public
Your show must be low tech (NB: we can support basic lighting, sound and projection. Unfortunately we will not have a stage manager; it is your responsibility to ensure props etc are cleared off the stage in time for the next performance. For more information email dansortium@gmail.com)
You must be available for a mentoring session week commencing 22nd April *
Preference may be given to artists based in the North West
* NB: If our ACE funding bid is successful we will be able to support artists with a mentoring session prior to the Platform. Additionally we will be able to provide you with a moderation session post Platform in which the feedback is discussed & surmised.
To apply for this opportunity please follow the link and fill out the application form: http://www.dansortiummcr.org/platform/
Deadline for submissions is midday Tuesday 16th April, please email applications to Shaunagh at dansortium@gmail.com