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 Artists Jessie Thompson and Chris Fargeot
Apply now by completing the attached form here.
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. This work is in collaboration with French dancer & choreographer Chris Fargeot.
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 here 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.
Please note this open call is open to international artists but travel and accommodation costs can not be provided.
Presented in association with the French Embassy in Ireland, Dublin City Arts Office and the Arts Council.
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