Looking for Performers for TURNING_PROJECT

Within the TURNING project, a new version will be created dedicated to the practice of classical dance, and in particular to the exploration and experimentation on the pointe shoes. The show will be presented in the frame of “Giacimenta”, a section curated by Michele Di Stefano and Francesca Corona in “Petrolio. Uomo e natura nell’era dell’Antropocene”, project by Matera European Capital of Culture 2019 coproduced by Basilicata 1799 and Fondazione Matera-Basilicata 2019.

For the production we are looking for n.2 to n.4 performers who meet the following requirements:

> Grounded classical and contemporary technique (the use of pointe shoes is essential);

> Attitude to the exploration of new experimental forms (resistance, grounded physical preparation)

> Experience in the performing arts;

> Improvisation capacity, creation, composition, general vision;

> Desire to explore new poetics and aesthetics;

> Spirit of observation, mnemonic ability;

> Open to listen, to exchange;

> Used to group work and stress management;

> Open to travel and adapt to different habitats and working conditions (both in theaters and outdoor spaces);

> Full availability and reliability during the casting, rehearsals and tour;

> Submission of applications as indicated on the website;

> Have a regular residence permit in the country of residence and a valid identity card / passport for the expatriation

Where: Polverigi, Ancona, Italy

When: The selections will take place from January 14th to January 18th 2019

To apply:
People who wish to send an application for the pre-selections, have to send an email to [email protected] with:

– name, date of birth, nationality, address, phone number, fiscal code (for italian residents only);
– a motivation letter;
– curriculum vitae;
– photographs (close-up and full body);
– ID copy;
– link and password to one video, max total length 4’, uploaded on a web platform (vimeo, youtube…) that contains: self-presentation (short biographical introduction, motivation to be part of the project) and a dance on pointe shoes.

Submission deadline: December 9th 2018

More info:
https://www.alessandrosciarroni.it/casting/?lang=en

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