Mare Nostrum Elements is seeking choreographers for the fifth edition of the EMERGING CHOREOGRAPHER SERIES presented in partnership with LaGuardia Performing Arts Center-CUNY.

ECS is a one-of-a-kind FREE choreography mentorship program aimed at providing choreographers with tools to create, develop and premiere a new work. Selected participants will receive space grants, logistical support, marketing and advertising material, professional lighting and technical support, and production advice. Participants will work directly with MNE’s artistic director Nicola Iervasi (Martha Graham Dance Ensemble), and in-house director Kevin Albert (Boston Conservatory) and fellow participants in order to expand their choreographic ideas, and broaden their professional network and understanding of the industry. Their works will premiere at LaGuardia Performing Arts Center on Feb. 26 & 27, 2018. 

Emerging or aspiring choreographers of all ages are welcome!!!

All dance styles and fusions, including but not limited to Ballet, Modern, Contemporary, Jazz, Musical Theater, Latin/Ballroom, Hip Hop/Street Dance, African and Ethnic Dance will be equally considered.

The audition will follow the structure of MNE signature method The Wave Within and will be conducted in an interactive manner, no need to bring a pre-existing work or own dancers.

Pre-registration highly recommended.

PROGRAM DETAILS: 
- Preparation and professional consultations: Nov. 12- 20, 2017 
- 8-week rehearsals: January 3 – Feb 24, 2018 
- 2 performances at LPAC: Feb. 26 & 27, 2018 
- Weekly meetings with MNE’s directors and fellow choreographers 
- UP TO 50 HOURS of FREE rehearsal space 
- Production element consultations with professionals in the field 
- Stipend to cover basic expenses (dancers, costumes, props etc) 
- 1 informal showing with panel of professionals for feedback and advice 
- Opportunities for future commissions, festival participations and more 

For more information and/or questions please email ecs@mnelements.org or visit our website MNElements.org 

Workshop Fees
Pre-Registration: $25.00
Day-Of: $30.00

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Whatch The Wave Within method promotional video