Friday, May 24, 2024

Apprentice & Trainee Positions with Lori Belilove & The Isadora Duncan Dance Company.

 
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Lori Belilove & The Isadora Duncan Dance Company seeks 1-2 Apprentices, and 2-3 Candidates for the Pre-Professional Trainee Program starting June 2024.

More details on both of these roles can be found here.

Audition Dates: June 11th, June 13th, June 15th & June 22nd.

The Apprenticeship position is a one year role. Apprentices train alongside the Company, taking classes and participating in rehearsals and other activities on a per-project basis.  Apprentices gain performing experience by participating in lecture/demonstrations and group works in a formal setting (as available). Apprentices are assessed (approximately every 4 months) by private meetings with Artistic Director Lori Belilove. Upon completion of the Apprenticeship and on an individual basis, Apprentices may be invited into full Company membership by Artistic Director Lori Belilove.

 

The Pre-professional Trainee program is a 6 month role. Ideal for dancers who are currently enrolled in school or seeking high caliber professional training. Dancers within the program receive access to all of our weekly class offerings, quality attention from Lori Belilove and senior company members, and invitation to company rehearsals, workshops, and performances on a per project basis. Dancers who participate in the Pre-Professional Trainee Program benefit from immersive, extensive dance training in the Isadora Duncan style, gain experience from interacting with a professional dance company, and develop connections with Teaching Artists within The Isadora Duncan Dance Foundation. Tuition is $1,800, scholarships available please inquire.

 

Important Dates: Candidates who are available to attend June 24th - June 29th Workshop will be strongly considered (Workshop is free to Apprentices, and included in tuition price for Pre-Professional Trainees)

 

The Isadora Duncan Dance Foundation was founded in New York City in 1979 as a non-profit educational center and is dedicated to extending the dream, dance, and indomitable spirit of Isadora Duncan. The Foundation's resident company, Lori Belilove & The Isadora Duncan Dance Company, performs over 80 authentic dances that highlight the unique qualities of Isadora Duncan's repertoire throughout the country and on international tours. In addition, the Company offers educational programs that teach the technique and repertory of Isadora Duncan with ongoing classes, intensive workshops, college residencies, teacher training, certification program, and apprenticeship program. For more information. visit www.isadoraduncan.org.

 

BIPOC Strongly encouraged to apply.

Auditions are by appointment only. Please submit your application and we will confirm your audition.

 

APPLICATIONS FOR BOTH ROLES ARE LINKED HERE

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