"MERDE!"
The Dance Makers Moment
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October 23rd, 2020
at the Gala House in Thelma's Garden
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Open Submissions
Why Apply?
A panel will select six professional dance companies from all applications to present a dance work in the "MERDE! A Dance Makers Moment" performance on Thursday evening, October 23rd, 2020 during the Palm Springs International Dance Festival Fall Preview 2020.
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The audience will select their preferred work of the evening. There will be an additional panel who will cast a vote for their pick.
The work with the most votes will be chosen for a paid commission to present the selected company at the professional "GALA" at the Palm Springs Annenberg Theater during the Palm Springs International Dance Festival in March 2021.
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Commission ranges from $500 to $2500 depending on the work selected.
Criteria
+ Dance company must be active for 3 years
+ Dance company may reside anywhere in the US
+ Any style of dance can apply
+ Choreography 6 to 10 minutes maximum
+ Two contrasting works must be submitted
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There is no fee to apply!
Submissions End
August 1st, 2020
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Companies Announced
August 5th, 2020
Questions?
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Email:
Call: 951-970-2906