We are seeking female and non-binary dancers and movers of all styles and backgrounds for a one-week, in-person residency in The Space Upstairs at Project Arts Centre.
Open Call for Dance Residency with Artist Jessie Thompson
Jessie Thompson is a Project Artist who was recently awarded a Dance Artist in Residence (DAIR) 2025/26 award through the Arts Council Ireland.
The DAIR award is resourcing Jessie to deliver meaningful and impactful work with professional and pre-professional dance artists, as well as community and youth groups and collaborators across Dublin city and surrounding areas. The work will have a focus on strengthening a network of women exploring empowerment and autonomy through dance.
Find out more about the award here.
As part of this work, Jessie will be holding a week-long dance development residency at Project Arts Centre for pre-and-professional dance artists and students.
Important Information
Residency runs Mon 9th March – Sat 14th March.
Times 10:00 – 18:00 Monday to Friday and Saturday 10:00 -22:00, with lunch provided daily.
Location The Space Upstairs, Project Arts Centre, 39 Essex St E, Temple Bar, Dublin 2, D02 RD45
Please Note This is a dance development and performance opportunity. This is not a paid position.
Deadline for submissions 15th January 6pm
Places offered by EOD 23rd January 6pm
The residency will culminate in a live performance on 14 March, 2026. The live performance will be a ticketed day-long public event, consisting of a screening of Jessie’s new docu-film, the presentation of the live work that will be developed during the residency, a live exhibition dance battle followed by a live discussion panel.
Please complete the form by clicking the Apply Now button and upload a 3-minute improvisation video showcasing your essence as a mover. You do not need to be a professional dancer, but an intermediate level of dance/performance ability is expected.
Find out more about Jessie and her work as a Project Artist here.
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