Shropshire Inclusive Dance (SID) is seeking two D/deaf, physically disabled or neurodivergent dancers


SiD is seeking two dancers who are D/deaf, physically disabled or neurodivergent, to join our inclusive performance company
Contact Dance for SiD’s Pop Up performance project.

The dances will be made with our inclusive performance company, Contact Dance, in Shrewsbury, Shropshire. The dances will be performed outdoors within urban, rural, festival and conference settings.

SiD is committed to inclusive dance practice. Since 2012, we have delivered distinct, exemplary, creatively driven dance projects and weekly classes that promote community cohesion and inclusion.
SiD’s core values are inclusion, respect, quality, connection, artistry and enjoyment.

Terms: We are offering a total freelance fee of £2,250, plus agreed, travel , accommodation reimbursement and support with access requirements.

Days: 14 days total, to include:
Introductory workshops, dates in March & April 2023 (2 days total)
Devising and performance period from May 31st – June 24th, 2023
(3 days per week).

Additional performance dates:
You will be asked to perform at 3 events, during summer 2023 (dates yet to be confirmed). You will be required to attend a re-rehearsal day and paid an additional fee for this work.

Deadline for applicants 5pm, 30th January, 2023
Applicants will be shortlisted and selected candidates will be asked to attend a creative audition in Shrewsbury on 21st February 2023.

To find out more information or to apply for the post please read or download the application packs below.

Full dancer commission description

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Easy read dancer commission summary with supporting images

Commission video description with captions. (note – deadline date has changed since this video was produced it is now January 30th )