IYDF Summer Dance Residency
26th – 30th June 2023
As part of the Irish Youth Dance Festival Programme and in collaboration with Dance Ireland, DYDC is offering a week of dance with professional guest choreographer Vitor Bassi.
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The Summer Dance Residency is open to young dancers 12-18yrs looking to develop their skills and to experience dance engagement with a professional teacher/choreographer alongside members of DYDC Junior & Transition Ensembles.
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When & Where?
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Monday 26th - Friday 30th June
10am-2pm
Dance House, Dublin 1
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What is involved?
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Each dance residency consists of 5 short days of dance including:
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Morning dance class
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Creative choreographic process
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Development of a short dance piece
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In studio informal presentation for family and peers on last day of residency
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The Dance Residency goals are:
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An introduction to contemporary dance and the work and structure of DYDC ensembles
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Preparation to join DYDC ensembles
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Build confidence in the participants
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Dance skills development
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Choreographic skills development
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Collaborative work (with choreographer and fellow dancers)
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Networking with peer dancers
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Access to training in a state of the art premises
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How much does it cost?
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€125
