Artist Communities Alliance Seeks a Grantmaking Manager

Grantmaking Manager
The primary function of this role is to oversee the implementation of ACA grant programs. The Grantmaking Manager supervises the following consortia and grant programs: McKnight Artist Residencies Consortium, MacColl Johnson Fellowship Fund, Pew Fellowships in the Arts and 3Arts Residency Fellowships. The role will also support the development and implementation of the Mount Tremper Legacy Fund, and other pilot projects.

Full-time, 40 hours per week. $60,000-$65,000 per year. Benefits include paid holidays plus up to 3 weeks paid office closure, 10 vacation days and 10 sick days, 401k after one year with 3% employer contribution, $400/month toward your choice of health insurance plan, travel 1-3 times annually, growth opportunity.

About ACA: The Artist Communities Alliance is an international nonprofit association, providing services to more than 300 organizational and individual members working in the field of artist residencies. Based in Providence, RI and operating fully remotely, the ACA conducts research about artist residencies, hosts field-wide discussions and professional development convenings, manages several grantmaking programs, offers consulting services, develops informational tools, and advocates on behalf of artist residencies and artists. Since 2004, ACA has provided more than $4 million in direct grant funding to artists and artist residencies. Founded in 1991, the ACA maintains a staff of 10-12 employees and a national Board of Trustees. ACA is a fully remote work-from-home organization maintaining Eastern Time zone business hours.

Please apply via this link by Wednesday, December 6, 2023 at 5pm ET.
Desired start date is January 2, 2024.

Threads NexGen Youth Dance Project Seeking Ballet and Modern Instructors

Threads NexGen/YDP (Youth Dance Project) is looking to hire ethnically diverse individuals to teach ballet and modern technique classes for upcoming 12-week spring sessions. We seek skilled dance instructors to augment weekly intensive programming that also includes nutrition and embodied movement exploration at Threads Dance Nexus.

NexGen/YDP uses a holistic approach to training future dance artists. The program enables youth to enhance technical skills, explore creativity, and manage stress and trauma in a safe, supportive environment. Students receive high-level training and education from professionals in ballet technique, modern dance technique, embodied movement exploration, and nutrition. We strive to create an equitable and inclusive learning environment where students’ gifts are cultivated and growth opportunities embraced. We seek for diverse learners to be treated with dignity and respect.

NexGen YDP Spring Session: January 22-April 20, 2024
Beginning/Intermediate levels, ages 8-14.
Dates and times TBD, based on availability.

Our Teaching Philosophy
Culturally Relevant — so that dancers of any race or ethnicity feel a sense of belonging.
Trauma-Informed – dance education has the potential to reproduce harm or liberate; we chose liberation!
Anatomically Sound – working safely with the body to keep you dancing longer and stronger.
Inclusive and Equitable – all are welcome and differing needs are acknowledged.
Socially Just – seek to rectify injustice through arts activism.

Candidates must have extensive experience in ballet and/or modern, strong communication skills, experience working with children, and provide informative, engaging, and effective movement instruction reflecting the Dance Nexus philosophy.

Instructors compensated for class hours at a rate of $40/hour. Instructors are welcome to attend Threads Company Class on Mondays or Tuesdays from 9:00-10:30am, as well as rent the studio at a discounted staff rate.

For more information and to apply, please email an introduction and your resume to Angela Ericson at aericson@threadsdance.org.

Rhythmically Speaking Call for Choreographer Interest

Rhythmically Speaking, a Twin Cities-based dance company with a mission to spark vibrancy and connectedness through jazz and American social dance ideas, a 15-year history, and a national reputation for excellence in jazz, is seeking choreographers interested in working with us.

Every summer we produce a stage show – The Cohort – that features concert dance works by Minnesota and visiting artists meant to demonstrate the width and breadth of how and what “jazz” in dance can look, feel, embody, and communicate, and we want to get to know dance artists who may be interested in working with us on this program and/or other potential future opportunities.

Eligibility: Artists 21 and older at any point in their careers who are actively creating concert dance work in jazz and/or American social dance ideas (ex: tap and hip hop styles) are welcome to submit. Please visit this information sheet for full details and this page on our website to find out more about this past year’s program.

Submit: Fill out this Call for Choreographer Interest Form, which will ask for contact information, a bio, a short artist statement, and video samples of stage works.

Submissions will be collected into an ongoing record of people and their works that may be a good fit for us to present as a part of future summer Cohort productions or other projects we have not yet even imagined. Submissions received by December 1, 2023, are eligible to be considered for programming on The Cohort 2024, which will run August 15-17, 2024 at a TBD Twin Cities theater. Programming decisions for this show will be made by December 22.

Thank you for your interest!

Threads NexGen/Youth Dance Project Seeking Instructors

Threads NexGen/YDP (Youth Dance Project) is looking to hire ethnically diverse individuals to teach ballet and modern technique classes for upcoming 12-week spring sessions. We seek skilled dance instructors to augment weekly intensive programming that also includes nutrition and embodied movement exploration at Threads Dance Nexus.

NexGen/YDP uses a holistic approach to training future dance artists. The program enables youth to enhance technical skills, explore creativity, and manage stress and trauma in a safe, supportive environment. Students will receive high-level training and education from professionals in ballet technique, modern dance technique, embodied movement exploration, and nutrition. At Threads Dance Nexus, we strive to create an equitable and inclusive learning environment where students’ gifts can be cultivated and growth opportunities are embraced. We seek to be a place where diverse learners are treated with dignity and respect.

NexGen YDP Spring Session: January 22-April 20, 2024
Beginning/Intermediate levels, ages 8-13.
Dates and times TBD, based on availability.

Our Teaching Philosophy
Culturally Relevant — so that dancers of any race or ethnicity feel a sense of belonging.
Trauma-Informed – dance education has the potential to reproduce harm or liberate; we chose liberation!
Anatomically Sound – working safely with the body to keep you dancing longer and stronger.
Inclusive and Equitable – all are welcome and differing needs are acknowledged.
Socially Just – seek to rectify injustice through arts activism.

Candidates must have extensive experience in ballet and/or modern, strong communication skills, experience working with children, and provide informative, engaging, and effective movement instruction reflecting the Dance Nexus philosophy.

Instructors will be compensated for class hours at a rate of $40/hour. Instructors are also welcome to attend Threads Company Class on Mondays or Tuesdays from 9:00-10:30am as well as rent the studio at a discounted staff rate.

If you would like more information and to apply, please email an introduction and your resume to Angela Ericson at aericson@threadsdance.org.

Rhythmically Speaking Call for Choreographer Interest

Rhythmically Speaking, a Twin Cities-based dance company with a mission to spark vibrancy and connectedness through jazz and American social dance ideas, a 15-year history, and a national reputation for excellence in jazz, is seeking choreographers interested in working with us.

Every summer we produce a stage show – The Cohort – that features concert dance works by MN and visiting artists meant to demonstrate the width and breadth of how and what “jazz” in dance can look, feel, embody, and communicate, and we want to get to know dance artists who may be interested in working with us on this program and/or other potential future opportunities.

Eligibility: Artists 21 and older at any point in their careers who are actively creating concert dance work in jazz and/or American social dance ideas (ex: tap and hip hop styles) are welcome to submit. Please visit this information sheet for full details and this page on our website to find out more about this past year’s program.

To Submit: Fill out this Call for Choreographer Interest Form, which will ask for contact information, a bio, a short artist statement, and video samples of stage works.

Submissions will be collected into an ongoing record of people and their works that may be a good fit for us to present as a part of future summer Cohort productions (and maybe even other projects we have not yet even imagined). Submissions received by December 1, 2023, are eligible to be considered for programming on The Cohort 2024, which will run August 15-17, 2024 at a TBD Twin Cities theater. Programming decisions for this show will be made by December 22.

Thank you for your interest!

Seeking Guest Choreographer for Spring 2024 Artist Residency

Are you a dancer/choreographer who loves math or is passionate about nature? Apply for Cohesion Dance Project’s 2024 Artist Residency as a Guest Choreographer for its Spring 2024 performance exploration of Fractals in Nature!

Cohesion’s Artist Residency program supports innovative and engaging contemporary dance artists in the creative development of new work, from concept to final performance, and connects them with wider audiences through outreach, studio classes, and community engagement. The 2024 residency seeks an artist/choreographer interested in exploring movement inspired by fractals – either those found in nature or the mathematics behind them. The selected artist will collaborate with Cohesion’s Artistic Director and work with a diverse group of community and professional dancers to contribute choreography to the project.

This is a paid position and will be based in Helena, Montana from April to mid-May, 2024. Interested artists can find more information and the application link at cohesiondance.org.

Threads NexGen/Youth Dance Project Seeking Instructors

Threads NexGen/YDP (Youth Dance Project) is looking to hire ethnically diverse individuals to teach ballet and modern technique classes for upcoming 12-week spring sessions. We seek skilled dance instructors to augment weekly intensive programming that also includes nutrition and embodied movement exploration at Threads Dance Nexus.

NexGen/YDP uses a holistic approach to training future dance artists. The program enables youth to enhance technical skills, explore creativity, and manage stress and trauma in a safe, supportive environment. Students will receive high-level training and education from professionals in ballet technique, modern dance technique, embodied movement exploration, and nutrition. At Threads Dance Nexus, we strive to create an equitable and inclusive learning environment where students’ gifts can be cultivated and growth opportunities are embraced. We seek to be a place where diverse learners are treated with dignity and respect.

NexGen YDP Spring Session: January 22-April 20, 2024
Beginning/Intermediate levels, ages 8-13.
Dates and times TBD, based on availability.

Our Teaching Philosophy
Culturally Relevant — so that dancers of any race or ethnicity feel a sense of belonging.
Trauma-Informed – dance education has the potential to reproduce harm or liberate; we chose liberation!
Anatomically Sound – working safely with the body to keep you dancing longer and stronger.
Inclusive and Equitable – all are welcome and differing needs are acknowledged.
Socially Just – seek to rectify injustice through arts activism.

Candidates must have extensive experience in ballet and/or modern, strong communication skills, experience working with children, and provide informative, engaging, and effective movement instruction reflecting the Dance Nexus philosophy.

Instructors will be compensated for class hours at a rate of $40/hour. Instructors are also welcome to attend Threads Company Class on Mondays or Tuesdays from 9:00-10:30am as well as rent the studio at a discounted staff rate.

If you would like more information and to apply, please email an introduction and your resume to Angela Ericson at aericson@threadsdance.org.

Rhythmically Speaking Call for Choreographer Interest

Rhythmically Speaking, a Twin Cities-based dance company with a mission to spark vibrancy and connectedness through jazz and American social dance ideas, a 15-year history, and a national reputation for excellence in jazz, is seeking choreographers interested in working with us.

Every summer we produce a stage show – The Cohort – that features concert dance works by MN and visiting artists meant to demonstrate the width and breadth of how and what “jazz” in dance can look, feel, embody, and communicate, and we want to get to know dance artists who may be interested in working with us on this program and/or other potential future opportunities.

Eligibility: Artists 21 and older at any point in their careers who are actively creating concert dance work in jazz and/or American social dance ideas (ex: tap and hip hop styles) are welcome to submit. Please visit this information sheet for full details and this page on our website to find out more about this past year’s program.

To Submit: Fill out this Call for Choreographer Interest Form, which will ask for contact information, a bio, a short artist statement, and video samples of stage works.

Submissions will be collected into an ongoing record of people and their works that may be a good fit for us to present as a part of future summer Cohort productions (and maybe even other projects we have not yet even imagined). Submissions received by December 1, 2023, are eligible to be considered for programming on The Cohort 2024, which will run August 15-17, 2024 at a TBD Twin Cities theater. Programming decisions for this show will be made by December 22.

Thank you for your interest!

Ragamala Dance Company: Paid Dancer Position

Ragamala Dance Company is seeking trained Bharatanatyam dancers for a paid, one-year contract position as a Company Dancer or Apprentice.

Ragamala tours extensively at major venues in the United States, India, and internationally. Qualified applicants should be able to adapt to Ragamala’s aesthetic and be able to train in either Los Angeles or Minneapolis and attend company rehearsals in Minneapolis.

To apply, please complete the application at www.ragamaladance.org/audition, and send a résumé and video links to raneeramaswamy@gmail.com.

Ballet Minnesota Seeking Male Dancer

Ballet Minnesota is seeking one male dancer to perform male roles in The Classic Nutcracker.
Partnering experience is a plus. Rehearsals take place over the weekends.

Performances
Friday, December 15 at 10:30am and 7:00pm
Saturday, December 16 at 2:00pm
Sunday, December 17 at 2:00pm

Please contact our Executive Director, Taylor Huber, at info@balletminnesota.org or 651-222-7919 to apply.