INNOVATION
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
Mentoring - Creation - Research - Development
This program focuses on research and creation and supports choreographers in their creative process and in their artistic development by providing suitable spaces where they can test new ideas, collaborate with their peers, share and network with the community and also by offering them guidance with experienced mentors.
The program is distinguished by the pairing of each of the residency recipients with mentors or consultants. The mentoring committee is comprised of seasoned professionals (choreographers, dramaturges, rehearsal directors, sound and light designers, etc) who have extensive professional experience and knowledge in their respective fields.
OPEN CALL FOR PROJECTS
The deadline to apply has passed. We thank you for your interest and encourage you to check back for future opportunities. Thank you to everyone who applied!
We are thrilled to offer yet another session of the INNOVATION (research, creation & mentoring) program to both established and emerging choreographers working in all spheres of dance (contemporary dance, ballet, ballet contemporain, street dance etc.).
CATEGORY 1
50 HOURS OF STUDIO TIME
25 HOURS OF MENTORING
CATEGORY 2
30 HOURS OF STUDIO TIME
15 HOURS OF MENTORING
CATEGORY 3
20 HOURS OF STUDIO TIME
12 HOURS OF MENTORING
MENTORING WITH OUR DAC CONSULTANTS
(artistic consultants, sounds and light designers, dramaturges, technical directors, administrators, rehearsal directors)
Thanks to the help of our partners GB / Les Studios, la Danse sur les routes du Québec and Service Québec, the DAC Residency program provides studio space, artistic support with mentors and also in terms of developing tools and knowledge for promotion and booking of the work created.
La Danse sur les routes du Québec, with their expertise in promoting and booking works, has developed a wide selection of tailor-made training and will offer 2 residents a place in their one-year microprograms, depending upon the needs of the selected artists. For more information about DSR's activities, we invite you to visit their website.
Our Program aims to nurture the research, development and evolution of the choreographic signature of creators from all cultures and aesthetics. The fusion and exploration of styles is supported and encouraged, be it contemporary dance, ballet, contemporary ballet, street dance, just to name a few.
The Innovation Program will run from October 14th 2024 to March 14th, 2025 and it will support 10 artists (choreographers) by awarding them studio time, mentorship as well as tailor-made support related to the dissemination of works, depending on the residency category awarded.
PROGRAM CRITERIA
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Availability of the choreographer during the selected residency period
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Ability to demonstrate the impact and interest of mentoring on or within the project
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Willingness to work alongside DAC mentors and consultants
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Ability of the project to contribute to the artistic development of the choreographer and to advance his artistic practice
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Potential contribution of the project to the dance community (beyond the repercussions on the choreographer's work)
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Artistic vision of the project
Testimonials
“As someone who comes from another discipline, Danse à la Carte welcomed what I do with open arms in the Innovation Program and gave me the chance to try to create something new. The space, the mentors, and the support I received from this program have been critical in shaping my project, and I'm beyond thankful for the opportunity!”
Robert Cookson
Circus Artist
Innovation 2024
“Our experience was very productive and brought a lot of clarity to the project. The mentoring with Martin Messier was very rewarding. I got ideas and tips on how to create music in a live setting, and solutions for more reliable outcomes. He also gave me insight on using video projections and lasers. Overall a very positive experience.”
Elon Höglund
Tentacle Tribe
Innovation 2024
This residency was an incredible opportunity to dive back into my creative process with the support of three wonderful mentors. I felt supported and accompanied throughout the process, which allowed me to go further and see the work differently than before, through the eyes and ideas of those accompanying me. The space, time, support, and mentorship of this residency were invaluable and precious to me. I am very grateful.
Stéphanie Fromentin
Choreographer & Dancer
Innovation 2023
The space and time given greatly helped me to deepen my idea and, above all, to clarify it. Being able to dedicate myself to this project allowed me to dive into it and go into details. This opportunity is a contribution to the development of my project but also of my career. I am very grateful for the support that Danse à la Carte offered to my vision, my objectives and my journey in general.
Valérie Chartier
Krump Artist
Innovation 2023
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