Schweizerischer internationaler Weiterbildungskurs in ChoreographieApplication Procedure for Choreographers
Application is reserved for choreographers with a degree in dance (or dance performance or choreography) and who have publicly presented more than one choreographic work (except school performances) for two or more dancers. Applicants should have several years of experience and decidedly professional ambitions. Age: preferably between 25 and 35.
Together with this application candidates should immediately apply for a participant’s contribution of CHF 3’300 (Euro 2’100 approx.) in their home country. Travelling costs and per diem are not included. Any institutions that promote cultural activities and might possibly finance a scholarship should be contacted.
The application procedure for SiWiC 2008 is over.
Applications are not possible at the moment.
Attachments
Together with the application form the following attachments are requested:
- Letter of intention
- Detailed cv with a recent photo
- One or two videos (VHS/Pal) or dvds showing own choreographic works (one entire work as well as clips from further works), ev. personal presentation who you are and why you would like to participate.
- List of all conceived works (title, music, number of dancers, duration, location and date of performances)
- Press reviews, awards
Two reference letters of personalities who can be reached by phone (handy/private number) - Libretto or outline of a new creation (content, style, music, number of dancers)
Incomplete or late applications as well as applications via e-mail or fax will not be considered. The receipt of the application will be confirmed by e-mail. The Association Profession Choreographie will inform the applicants about the decision of the jury by mail or phone by:
- April 2008
- Note that candidates who were not selected can apply again for the following year (max. three times)
- Application Form Choreographers (PDF)
Application Procedure for Dancers
The SiWiC-Ensemble consists of approx. 20 - 22 dancers. They have to have a diploma or degree in dance and several years of performing experience in a group or theatre (no students, no beginners). Their ability to master various dance styles, a strong personality and creativity prerequisite. Their role is to support and accompany the selected choreographers. The salary is approx. 800 Euro, living costs in Zurich are approx. 300 Euro.
The application procedure for SiWiC 2008 is over.
Applications are not possible at the moment.
Incomplete or late applications will not be considered. The applications will be answered by mail. The preselected dancers will be invited to the audition.
- Application Form Dancers (PDF)
save/print page (PDF)