June 29 Yin Yoga & Season Reflections – Frame Dance
Join Carolina Vennie for a restorative workshop that blends the stillness of Yin Yoga with guided reflection to help you reconnect with your body, mind, and inner voice. Through long-held, floor-based postures, Yin Yoga gently targets the deep connective tissues of the body—inviting space, release, and ease. Between poses, you’ll be offered journaling prompts and quiet moments for self-inquiry—an opportunity [...]
May 4 Practicing Performance with Lori Yuill – Frame Dance
This workshop will use phrase work and improvisational scores to practice performance. Dancers will approach movement with a sense of play and experiment with how to engage expression and meaning in movement while they are still in the process of learning. Participants will be encouraged to tap into their imagination and interact with the space and other dancers as a [...]
June 22 Dancing on Site: Galveston – Frame Dance
Join Frame Dance for a soulful, sensory-rich movement workshop in Galveston Beach. Inspired by the dance scores of Anna Halprin, this experience will open space for personal expression, reflection, and deep listening—both inward and outward. Guided by Frame Dance Artistic Director Lydia Hance, you’ll be invited to explore the connection between body, breath, and the natural environment. This workshop is [...]
May 31 Preschool Open House — Houston Ballet Academy
Come see what The Houston Ballets Preschool Program is all about at a FREE Preschool Open House! Each age group will participate in a fun 30 minute class followed by a 30 minute Q&A session with the Preschool Principal and an Academy Administrator. Register for the age your child will be on May 31, 2025. Date: Monday, May 31 Time: [...]
May 18 Free Boys Trial Class — Houston Ballet Academy
Join The Houston Ballet Academy for an engaging and athletic introductory boys class with Orlando Molina, Houston Ballet Academy’s Boys Manager, to learn what makes the program so outstanding! This class is for male-identifying students who are interested in studying Classical Ballet, ages 7-10. No experience necessary. Date: Sunday, May 18 Time: 1-3pm Location: Houston Ballet 601 Preston St Houston, [...]
April 22 Let Creativity Happen – Houston Arts Alliance
Houston Arts Alliance's Let Creativity Happen (LCH) grant category provides funds of up to $2,500 for specific programs that amplify artistic creativity and innovation taking place in the City of Houston. Let Creativity Happen grants are designed to encourage artists, creative individuals, and organizations to take creative risks that may not qualify for more traditional funding opportunities. Awards will support [...]
April 22 City’s Initiative – Houston Arts Alliance
The City’s Initiative grant program provides funding between $5,000 and $10,000 funding to individual artists and nonprofits to develop strategic and creative projects that engage both visitors and residents, enhancing Houston’s cultural identity and tourism. Grant expenses are restricted to project related costs, which include artist fees, and marketing costs. Typical awards are between $5,000 and $10,000. A preliminary meeting with grants [...]
April 15 Rauschenberg Dancer Emergency Grants
Are you a dancer living anywhere in the US in dire financial emergency? If you’re paid for your work, you may be eligible for a one-time grant of up to $3,000. Dancers must demonstrate an urgent and critical need for emergency support in order to apply, due to a lack or loss of recent performance work due to circumstances outside [...]
March 11 Rauschenberg Medical Emergency Grants
This program provides one-time grants of up to $5,000 for recent unexpected medical, dental, and mental health emergencies to artists in financial need* who are creating in the visual arts, film/video/electronic/digital arts, and choreography. Only generative artists are eligible—artists creating their own, independent work, with recent and ongoing opportunities for the public to experience that work. *To be eligible to [...]
April 3 Creative Capital
The Creative Capital Award provides individual artists with unrestricted project grants for the creation of bold, innovative, original, and imaginative new artistic works. In addition to unrestricted project grants from $15,000 up to $50,000, the Award offers transformative professional development support including strategic advising, peer mentorship, industry connections, and community-building opportunities. Grants are awarded via a national, democratic, open call, external review [...]
April 8 Reshaping the World Through Dance: Part 1
How can dance be a catalyst for change? This interactive workshop invites dancers, creatives, and change-makers to explore the role dance can play in reshaping our world. Through guided reflection, discussion, and creative exercises, you will: Channel your creativity to uncover your most meaningful contribution in this liminal time. Identify skills that you can develop, practice, and share through dance [...]
April 12 Mezclada Dance Company Auditions!
Mezclada Dance Company is hosting auditions for Principal Dancer and Apprentice Positions for their 2025-2026 season. Mezclada is a Houston based Dance Company centered around celebrating diversity by mixing styles and cultures to create original, harmonious, and widely relatable blends of dance. Mezclada's season features evening-length works, guest performances, entertainment gigs, educational shows, workshops, and residencies. Date: Saturday, April 12 [...]
April 26 Company Audition: Social Movement Contemporary Dance Theater
Social Movement Contemporary Dance Theater (SMCDT), under the direction of Founding Artistic Director Elijah Alhadji Gibson, is seeking dynamic, passionate, and versatile professional dancers for the 2025–2026 season. April 6 deadline to submit Date: In-person audition, April 26 For more information visit www.socialmovementdance.com Contact: info.smcdt@gmail.com
Call for Flash Mob Dancers
BookAFlashmob is seeking professional dancers 18+ years of age for an upcoming flash mob event. Dancers will perform the Michael Jackson "Thriller" choreography. A detailed tutorial will be sent for dancers to learn at their convenience. There will be a one hour rehearsal on May 19, 2025 to set the formations (time TBD). Compensation will be $200 per dancer for [...]
Artistic Planning Manager – Houston Ballet
Working closely with the Artistic Directors, General Manager, Artistic Staff, and Visiting Artists, the Artistic Planning Manager provides high-level administrative and logistical support for all Artistic Department and Company dancer activities. The Artistic Planning Manager is responsible for company related scheduling, casting documents, and class/rehearsal/studio matters. In addition to adaptability and attention to detail, this position requires someone who is [...]
Internship Open Call – INNOPRAKTIKA SCHOOL
The Innopraktika School is a unique opportunity to showcase and develop your talent. For the fifth consecutive year, the choreographic session, supported by the Innopraktika Foundation, will take place at The Boris Eifman Dance Academy. The mission of this session is to foster cultural exchange. The Grant covers all expenses: - Accommodation in a 4-star hotel in the city centre [...]
ICDH Middle School Dance Prep Workshop
The Institute of Contemporary Dance presents a five day middle school workshop that helps movers learn more about training for middle school dance teams and beyond. Movers will have the opportunity to take multiple classes, Including: Ballet, Modern, Jazz, Contemporary and Hip hop. The week will conclude with a small performance studio showing of the performance piece built during the [...]
Focus: Dance Camp
Focus:Dance Camp is modeled after our Focus Intensive with the same great training in a shorter day! Dancers will take classes in styles such as Ballet, Jazz, Contemporary and so much more! Camps run from June 9th-13th (intermediate level) or June 16th-20th (beginner level), from 10am-2:30pm. For more Information please visit: https://www.icdhouston.com Schedule: Monday- Friday June 9-13| 10am-2:30pm June 16- [...]
Houston Contemporary Dance Company Workshop
The Institute of Contemporary Dance Houston presents a six day workshop geared toward the pre-professional and Professional level dancers (ages 15+) that are interested in a full choreographic experience, while learning more about Houston Contemporary Dance Company. This workshop will consist of two technique classes a day and the afternoon working on creating a new choreographic work from two visiting [...]
GYROTONIC® Workshop – Houston Ballet Academy
Workshop participants will learn the principles of the GYROTONIC® expansion system, to find a deeper connection to their body and mind. Exercises in the workshop will help participants find increased range of motion and fluidity in their movement through mat, seated, and standing exercises. As an email subscriber of Dance Source Houston, you can receive $5 off using code DSHWorkshop2425! [...]
New Adult Drop-In Class Times Added! – Houston Ballet Academy
Houston Ballet Academy excited to offer two new weekday classes for adult students. We hope that the addition of these classes will offer more variety for your scheduling needs. Additionally, drop-in students at both the Beginner and Intermediate/Advanced level will now have more opportunities to attend classes suited to their level throughout the week. Please note that these drop-ins are [...]
Summer Dance Intensive – Sam Houston State University
The Sam Houston State University Summer Dance Intensive 2025 features distinguished Paul Taylor Dance Company alumni Constance Dinapoli and Francisco Graciano. For ages 13 and up, students will experience classes in ballet, yoga, Gyrokinesis, contact improvisation and somatic study, as well as modern class in the Taylor style. The will also learn Taylor repertory. The intensive concludes with a final [...]
Call for Participants in the Dancer-Parent Study
What is the Dancer-Parent Study about? The Dancer- Parent Study explores the experiences of professional dancers as they navigate the transition into parenthood and/or return to dance after becoming parents. Through in-depth interviews, the Dancer-Parent Study aims to understand the challenges, support systems, and policy changes needed to best support dancer-parents in balancing their careers and family life. By amplifying [...]
April 4 Break-In Dance Fest – BOOT Dance Project
Break-In Dance Fest is a new performance opportunity presented by BOOT Dance Project, designed to support Texas-based choreographers. Taking place at MATCH Houston on August 7, 2025, this festival provides artists with a professional platform to present bold, innovative work. Selected choreographers will receive a performance stipend, professional production support, and access to marketing materials, including photography and video footage, [...]
June 9 Beyond The Lens: Dance For Connection W/ Cat Cogliandro
The Institute of Contemporary Dance Houston presents for the first year, Beyond The Lens: Dance For Connection With Cat Coliandro. In this five day workshop, dancers will have the opportunity to work with Cat in class and then learn material to create a short film to premier at the, HC2 concert on June 21st, 2025 and the Miller Outdoor Theatre [...]
March 30 & April 27 ICD Summer Intensive Auditions
The Institute of Contemporary Dance is excited to announce auditions for it's 2024 Summer Intensive and Workshops, held on March 30th and April 27th from 9am-12:30pm. Auditions are required for all intensives and the HC2 2025-2026 season. Pre-registration and requirements for in-person auditions can be found here: www.icdhouston.com Date: Sunday, March 30 Sunday, April 27 Time: 9:00am-12:30pm Location: Institute of [...]
Pilates Instructor, Citizen Pilates Work Study Program
Citizen Pilates is seeking out theatre and dance majors who'd like to apply their artistic skills in an environment that values creativity and expression. Our instructors, many of whom have backgrounds in the performing arts, often find that teaching Pilates enhances their own understanding of body mechanics and movement, which in turn enriches their performances on stage. Paid Training, Flexible [...]
May 1 Open Call For Dance Film Submissions – Ketchikan Dance Film Festival
Entering its third season, the Ketchikan Dance Film Festival is opening a call to all dance film submissions, 10 minutes and under, produced from 2023 onward. KDFF is an annual event held in Ketchikan, Alaska. Founded in 2023, KDFF strives to showcase professional dance films produced in Alaska and around the world. KDFF is the only dance film festival of [...]
Calls for Artists & Choreographers
Meggie Miller seeking Experienced or non experienced dancers with ballet, contemporary, and modern experience, etc. As these shows are immersive in nature, theatrical presence is also important. Each contract varies in required roles; for example, some roles require expertise en pointe, and some roles require expertise in floorwork. As always, we welcome dancers of all training backgrounds! All positions are [...]
February 25 Benefits of Forming a Nonprofit for Performing Groups
Have you ever thought about what a difference being a nonprofit could make on your day to day activities as a performance group? Does becoming a nonprofit feel overwhelming to you and out of reach? Join DanceTeacher on Tuesday, February 25th for a hosted conversation with experts at Regional Dance America to discuss how forming a nonprofit will benefit your [...]
June 1 2025/26 Year-Round Training & Performance Company Auditions, Houston/Woodlands – Video Submission
Vitacca Ballet & School for Dance Pre-Professional Performance Programs are for advanced dancers focused in classical and contemporary training. Dancers ages 8-18 may audition by video, or through an onsite class on April 5 or April 12. Dancers may attend either audition date/location or submit an audition video by June 1. Deadline: June 1 Location: Virtual For more information visit [...]
April 5 Vitacca Ballet 2025/26 Company Auditions (Ages 17+)
Open Audition & Video Submission For Review In Advance Information + Registration Vitacca Ballet is seeking professional dance artists with a strong classical foundation, advanced creation skills, and a desire for a collaborative workspace. Dancers may apply by Video Submission for April 5 audition invitation, or solely attend April 5 open call in-person audition in Houston, TX. All dancers are [...]
February 23 Building Better Balance – Houston Ballet Academy Workshop
Tired of struggling to hold that perfect balance? This workshop will show you how to use less effort to create big, beautiful shapes in class! Improve your body awareness, move more efficiently, and say goodbye to lower leg pain and injuries like shin splints and tendonitis.And as a Dance Source Houston email subscriber, you get $5 OFF all workshops with [...]
June 1 Vitacca Ballet Summer Intensive Audition for Houston/Woodlands – Video Submission
The Vitacca Ballet Summer Intensive (VBSI) is for classically driven, pre-professional dancers ages 9–19. VBSI offers focused, consistent, personalized training with the Vitacca School for Dance, Houston artistic staff and world-renowned guest faculty. Five intensive weeks offered including June 2-6 and June 9-13 at The Woodlands, plus July 21-25, July 28-August 1 and August 4-8 in Houston. *In-person or Video [...]
April 12 2025/26 Year-Round Training & Performance Company WOODLANDS Auditions, Houston/Woodlands
Vitacca Ballet & School for Dance Pre-Professional Performance Programs are for advanced dancers focused in classical and contemporary training. Dancers ages 8-18 may audition by video, or through an onsite class on April 5 or April 12. Dancers may attend either audition date/location or submit an audition video by June 1. Date: Saturday | April 12 Schedule: 12-12:30pm | Sign [...]
April 5 2025/26 Year-Round Training & Performance Company HOUSTON Auditions, Houston/Woodlands
Vitacca Ballet & School for Dance Pre-Professional Performance Programs are for advanced dancers focused in classical and contemporary training. Dancers ages 8-18 may audition by video, or through an onsite class on April 5 or April 12. Dancers may attend either audition date/location or submit an audition video by June 1. Date: Saturday | April 5 Schedule: 12:30-1 pm | [...]
March 29 Vitacca Ballet Summer Intensive WOODLANDS Audition for Houston/Woodlands locations
The Vitacca Ballet Summer Intensive (VBSI) is for classically driven, pre-professional dancers ages 9–19. VBSI offers focused, consistent, personalized training with the Vitacca School for Dance, Houston artistic staff and world-renowned guest faculty. Five intensive weeks offered including June 2-6 and June 9-13 at The Woodlands, plus July 21-25, July 28-August 1 and August 4-8 in Houston. *In-person or Video [...]
Young Artist Intensive, The Woodlands (Ages 6-12)
Vitacca's Young Artists Intensive is the perfect introduction to a technically focused training experience for dancers ages 6–12. Best suited for young dancers that desire a structured and challenging learning environment. Classes include: ballet, conditioning, jazz, and choreography. This intensive is strongly encouraged for all current and future Vitacca Young Artist Performance Company (YAPC) members. Dates: July 14-18 Sample Schedule: [...]
Vitacca Ballet Summer Intensive, The Woodlands (Ages 9-19)
The Vitacca Ballet Summer Intensive (VBSI) is for classically driven, pre-professional dancers ages 9–19. VBSI offers focused, consistent, personalized training with the Vitacca School for Dance, Houston artistic staff and world-renowned guest faculty. Classes include: Ballet Technique, Pointe, Modern, Variations, Conditioning and more Unique to Vitacca Ballet Summer Intensive: Limited class sizes allowing personal attention from Intensive Faculty Priority on [...]
Fusion Dance Intensive, The Woodlands (Ages 9-18)
FUSION offers pre-professional and professional dancers a focused environment to further their growth in technique and artistry. This week-long, all-day intensive takes place at Vitacca Ballet & School for Dance, Houston. Participating dancers study classical and contemporary styles through repertoire and technique classes led by an outstanding assembly of leading industry professionals. This challenging, motivating curriculum is designed to support [...]
Rapunzel Children’s Dance Camp, The Woodlands (Ages 3-9)
Designed for ages 3–9, the Children’s Dance Camps at Vitacca Woodlands are an exciting week of dance filled with a fun approach to ballet technique, and include ballet classes, choreography, and crafts focused around a favorite, age appropriate classical ballet. Plus, dancers will enjoy a daily snack and there will be a surprise special ballerina visit during the camp. Through [...]
The Sleeping Beauty Children’s Dance Camp, The Woodlands (Ages 3-9)
Designed for ages 3–9, the Children’s Dance Camps at Vitacca Woodlands are an exciting week of dance filled with a fun approach to ballet technique, and include ballet classes, choreography, and crafts focused around a favorite, age appropriate classical ballet. Plus, dancers will enjoy a daily snack and there will be a surprise special ballerina visit during the camp. Through [...]
Rapunzel Children’s Dance Camp, Houston (Ages 3-9)
Designed for ages 3–9, the Children’s Dance Camps at Vitacca Houston are an exciting week of dance filled with a fun approach to ballet technique, and include ballet classes, choreography, and crafts focused around a favorite, age appropriate classical ballet. Through music and plenty of dancing, young movers will have a fun-filled week of exploration. The week will conclude with [...]
The Sleeping Beauty Children’s Dance Camp (Ages 3-9)
Designed for ages 3–9, the Children’s Dance Camps at Vitacca Houston are an exciting week of dance filled with a fun approach to ballet technique, and include ballet classes, choreography, and crafts focused around a favorite, age appropriate classical ballet. Through music and plenty of dancing, young movers will have a fun-filled week of exploration. The week will conclude with [...]
Young Artist Intensive, Houston (Ages 6-12)
Vitacca's Young Artists Intensive is the perfect introduction to a technically focused training experience for dancers ages 6–12. Best suited for young dancers that desire a structured and challenging learning environment. Classes include: ballet, conditioning, jazz, and choreography. This intensive is strongly encouraged for all current and future Vitacca Young Artist Performance Company (YAPC) Members. Dates: June 23-27 Schedule: 9:30am–1:00pm [...]
Fusion Dance Intensive, Houston (Ages 9-19)
FUSION offers pre-professional and professional dancers a focused environment to further their growth in technique and artistry. This week-long, all-day intensive takes place at Vitacca Ballet & School for Dance, Houston. Participating dancers study classical and contemporary styles through repertoire and technique classes led by an outstanding assembly of leading industry professionals. This challenging, motivating curriculum is designed to support [...]
Vitacca Ballet Summer Intensive, Houston (Ages 9-19)
The Vitacca Ballet Summer Intensive (VBSI) is for classically driven, pre-professional dancers ages 9–19. VBSI offers focused, consistent, personalized training with the Vitacca School for Dance, Houston artistic staff and world-renowned guest faculty. Classes include: Ballet Technique, Pointe, Modern, Variations, Conditioning and more Unique to Vitacca Ballet Summer Intensive: Limited class sizes allowing personal attention from Intensive Faculty Priority on [...]
Vitacca Ballet Company Summer Program (Pro/College & Adv Teens)
Vitacca's Company Summer Program, is offered to Professional and Advanced Teen/Youth Dancers who are eager to gain the Vitacca Ballet Company experience. This weeklong Intensive offer two training rooms including Advance Teen ages 13+ and a College/Pro Room ages 17+. ONLY 30 spots available! The Summer Program Includes: Technical Training - Contemporary, Ballet, Modern and more Creation Laboratories Industry Mentorship [...]
February 25 The Arts and Changing Political Landscapes
Presented by Grantmakers in the Arts. In an era of constant change — from shifts in federal leadership and legislative priorities to evolving funding strategies and growing polarization in the public sphere — arts grantmakers face a unique moment of reflection and action. How can we learn from the culture wars of the past to navigate today’s challenges and reimagine [...]
Artist Roster – BOOT Dance Project
BOOT Dance Project invites Texas-based dance artists to join its Artist Roster for 2025. This roster will be used to identify artists for upcoming performances, workshops, and collaborative projects. Joining the Artist Roster does not guarantee placement in specific projects, but it provides an opportunity to engage with BOOT Dance Project’s mission of uplifting Texas-based artists and audiences. Ongoing until [...]
Flamenco and Spanish Dance Classes – Andrea “La Flor” Gonzalez Flamenco
In this 6 week session you will learn about the elements of Flamenco dance technique including: Colocación (posture & demeanor) Floreo (hand flourishes) Braceo (Arm movement) Marcajes (marking the time) Palmas & Compás (hand claps & rhythm) Zapateado (footwork) Vueltas (turns) Castañuelas/Palillos (castanet technique) Classes begin February 1st! Registration closes January 27th. Date: Week 1 | February 1 Week 2 [...]
Seeking Actors and Performers for Free Web Design Trade Project!
Hello! I am an actor/performer looking to build some websites for free to get the word out about my work! As this is a pro-bono project, I am open to building a few industry standard websites for free in exchange for a social media performative shoutout afterwards, so you can share your honest experience working with me while promoting your [...]
March 30 Space Harmony Workshop with Jamie Williams – Frame Dance
This movement workshop will explore Laban’s Space Harmony and Choreutics. Dancers will dig deep into how their bodies move through and connect to space. Dancers will learn and draw Laban’s dimensional matrix, move through the dimensions, planes, and diagonals, observe movement in space through the lens of crystalline forms such as the cube and the Icosahedron, and begin to work [...]
February 23 Costumed & Propped Workshop: A Movement Exploration with Ashley Horn – Frame Dance
This experimental workshop invites adults of all backgrounds to explore how dynamic props and costumes can inspire new ways of moving and connecting with space. Through playful improvisation and guided exploration, you'll uncover unexpected possibilities for expression and expand your movement vocabulary. Whether you're a dancer, artist, or simply curious about creative exploration, this workshop offers a supportive space to [...]
Part-time Academy Adult Ballet Program Instructor – Houston Ballet
Come work with us at Houston Ballet! Picture yourself at an amazing organization committed to inspiring a lasting love and appreciation for dance through artistic excellence, exhilarating performances, innovative choreography, and superb educational programs. At Houston Ballet, you’ll be surrounded by creative teams who challenge you, support you, inspire you, and celebrate artistic achievement. Location: Houston Ballet 601 Preston St. [...]
Dance Teacher Newsletter – Frame Dance
Frame Dance's monthly newsletter is packed with resources and hands-on exercises you can start using in your classes right away. Plus, get free access to “Check-in Exercises,” designed to help you start each class off with the right energy and focus. Stay in the loop with the latest tips and expert guidance. For more inforamtion visit: https://www.framedance.org/subscribe-to-our-dance-teacher-newsletter/ Zoe Vela | [...]
Assistant Professor of Dance – SHSU
Position Title: Assistant Professor of Dance Position Type: Full-Time Tenure Track College: College of Arts & Media Department: Dept of Dance Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job: Teach courses supporting both BFA and MFA in Dance, Essential expertise includes the ability to teach advanced-level technique courses in either ballet, modern/contemporary, or jazz to dance majors. The candidate [...]
February 28 Production Grants – National Dance Project
NDP Production Grants are made to projects led by professional choreographers or companies to support the creation and U.S. touring and/or sharing of a new dance project. Production Grants are awarded to 20 dance projects annually through a competitive two-stage application process. Artists/choreographers and/or companies apply to receive a package of support that includes: $45,000 for the creation of a new dance [...]
Intern – Marketing, Sales & Communications at Performing Arts Houston
Program: Salazar Arts Internship Program Position: Marketing, Sales & Communications Intern Reports to: Director of Marketing Location: Performing Arts Houston - Jones Hall | 615 Louisiana St, Houston, TX 77002 Compensation: $17.00/hour; maximum of 20 hours/week Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Applications will close before the intended close date once positions are filled. Spring 2025 [...]
Intern – Finance at Performing Arts Houston
Program: Salazar Arts Internship Program Position: Finance Intern Intern Reports to: Chief Financial Officer Location: Performing Arts Houston- Jones Hall | 615 Louisiana St., Houston, TX 77002 Compensation: $17.00/hour; maximum of 20 hours/week Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Applications will close before the intended close date once positions are filled. Spring 2025 – applications close [...]
Intern – Education and Community Engagement at Performing Arts Houston
Program: Salazar Arts Internship Program Position: Education and Community Engagement Intern Reports to: ECE Director and ECE Program Manager Location: Performing Arts Houston- Jones Hall | 615 Louisiana St., Houston, TX 77002 Compensation: $17.00/hour; maximum of 20 hours/week Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Applications will close before the intended close date once positions are filled. [...]
Intern – Development at Performing Arts Houston
Program: Salazar Arts Internship Program Position: Development Intern Reports to: Director of Development Location: Performing Arts Houston - Jones Hall 615 Louisiana St Houston, TX 77002 Compensation: $17.00/hour; maximum of 20 hours/week Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Applications will close before the intended close date once positions are filled. Spring 2025 – applications close January [...]
Intern – Arts Administration at Performing Arts Houston
Program: Salazar Arts Internship Program Position: Arts Administration Intern Reports to: Production and Artistic Programming Team Location: Performing Arts Houston - Jones Hall 615 Louisiana St. Houston, TX 77002 Compensation: $17.00/hour; maximum of 20 hours/week Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Applications will close before the intended close date once positions are filled. Spring 2025 – [...]
Contemporary Floorwork and Improvisation with Isabella Mireles Vik – Hunter Dance Center
This contemporary floor work and movement class focuses on creating pathways on the floor, vigorous movement and soft acrobatics (which combines contemporary practices with inversions and flight). In this advanced level class, movers will focus comfortability to experiment with new movement modalities through technical work, coordination and improvisation. Please wear long pants and bring a shirt that covers the shoulders, [...]
May 1 Call for Choreographers: Small Plates Choreography Festival Austin 2025
Applications are open for Small Plates Choreography Festival, a series of two curated dance performances to be presented on Friday, September 5 and Saturday, September 6 at Ground Floor Theatre located in the nationally renowned eclectic artistic community of Austin, Texas. Deadline: May 1, 2025 Performance Dates: Friday, September 5 | 8:00 p.m. Saturday, September 6 | 7:00 p.m. Location: [...]
Dance Instructors – Chara
Chara Christian Dance Academy is one of Houston's largest studios with three locations in Friendswood and Pearland and is now hiring for instructors to begin new classes in January! Chara shocks the stereotypes of dance studio employment with a positive culture, supportive leadership, and many employee benefits. Don't wait! Apply or schedule a discovery call, go to www.charadance.com/employment today! Start [...]
Inclusive Dance Class Instructor – River Oaks Dance
River Oaks Dance is seeking an instructor experienced in teaching dance to children with special needs for inclusive program. Classes are Sunday afternoon starting at 2:00 pm. Ages 4-14. Class assistants will be provided. Start Date: Sunday, January 12 Time: 2:00pm 10 week session. Location: River Oaks Dance 3641 Westheimer Road, Suite C Houston, TX 77027 For more information visit [...]
Assistant Professor of Practice in Modern Dance and Choreographic Studies – SMU
The Meadows Division of Dance at Southern Methodist University invites applications for a three-year renewable Assistant Professor of Practice in Modern Dance and Choreographic Studies. The division seeks an artist with a solid foundational modern technique and/or aesthetic with a proven body of choreographic work and ability to teach all levels of modern dance technique and dance composition and choreograph [...]
Open Contemporary Practice with Persi Mey – Houston Met
Come dance with Persi on Tuesday and Thursday mornings this fall. Persi facilitates and morons session that supports the multi-faceted choreographic work they have been developing as a resident artist in HMD's Creative Incubation Cohort. About Persi: Persi Mey is a movement artist based in Houston, Texas. Their work is informed by a variety of athletic styles, including contemporary, breaking, [...]
February 28 & April 11 Auditions for BFA in Dance at Sam Houston State University
The Bachelor in Fine Arts in Dance provides intensive study in modern, partnering, ballet, and jazz techniques; abundant performance opportunities; innovative choreographic exploration, including the integration of media into the creative process; and a solid academic grounding in coursework. Admission is through audition only. Sign up for your audition today! Dates: Friday | November 8 Friday | February 28 Friday [...]
May 1 College Dance Film Fest
The College Dance Film Fest grew out of a desire to connect students involved & interested in the industries of Dance & Cinema to each other and the greater community. Dance & Cinema have incredible potential to communicate through movement, move viewers emotionally, and amplify and clarify each other when intelligently combined. CDFF is the only dance film festival created [...]
Vitacca Ballet 24/25 Season Kickoff Party
Vitacca Ballet invites Houston arts patrons to the 2024/25 Season Kickoff Party where they can meet the Artists on Friday, September 6 at 7:30pm at Vitacca Ballet (2311 Dunlavy St. Houston, TX 77006). The festive evening will feature live music, raffle prizes, drinks, lite bites, and a special curated exhibition to celebrate the new season. Patrons will hear remarks from [...]
Regional Touring Program – Mid-America Arts Alliance
The Regional Touring Program (RTP) provides support for projects by presenting organizations showcasing the work of artists from elsewhere in the M-AAA region. Presenters that book an artist listed on a state touring roster may be awarded up to 50 percent of the artist’s fee. Presenters that book an artist that lives in the region, but is not listed on [...]
Professional Development Scholarship – Career Transition For Dancers
Founded in 1985, Career Transition For Dancers enables dancers to define their career possibilities and develop the skills necessary to excel in a variety of disciplines outside of dance. The Professional Development Scholarship provides a one-time award of up to $1,000 for occupational skills training in a certification or licensure program in a field outside of dance, to initiate a [...]
Ongoing- Awesome Foundation On the Water Grant
Awesome Foundation offers grant awards $1,000 per month to a water-focused project that brings creativity, culture, and inclusion to the water or provides a new way of thinking about the water. Applicants can be based anywhere in the world. Application Deadline: Rolling For More information, please visit: www.awesomefoundation.org/en
Ongoing- WAXworks
WAXworks is a non-curated showcase open to new and seasoned artists. Applications are accepted on a first-come first-served basis in choreography, theater, music, poetry, comedy, juggling, acrobatics, monologues, performance art, or any other form that can be performed on stage. There is no audition process. Application Deadline: Rolling For more information, please visit: www.williamsburgartnexus.org/
Ongoing- Bethany Arts Community Residency
Bethany Arts Community offers short-term residencies attracting artists at different stages of their careers from around the world for the development of both new works and works in progress. Deadline: Rolling For more information, please visit: https://bethanyarts.org/residencies/
Ongoing- National Dance Project Travel Fund
National Dance Project (NDP) Travel Fund provides monetary assistance for US-based presenters, curatorial staff, and residency directors to connect in person to explore the feasibility of presenting NDP-funded works. Deadline: Rolling For more information, please visit: www.nefa.org/grants_programs/grants/national-dance-project-travel-fund
Ongoing- Wikenburg Residency
Company choreographers are invited to apply for the Wickenburg Residency with the opportunity to pursue new projects, mount work, or collaborate with other artists, free from everyday pressures. These residencies are intended for chamber dance companies. Previous dance companies have included American Ballet Theatre II and Northwest Dance Theatre. Residencies are up to three weeks, and the average number of artists in [...]
National Dance Project Travel Fund
National Dance Project Travel Fund provides monetary assistance for U.S. based presenters, curatorial staff, and residency directors or for current NDP artist grantees to connect in person to explore feasibility of presenting NDP-funded works. The NDP Travel Fund accepts applications from either: U.S.-based curators, presenters, residency directors, or related staff (such as program or production staff) to: travel to see works currently [...]
Made in Wickenburg Artist Residency Program
Company choreographers are invited to apply for the Wickenburg Residency with the opportunity to pursue new projects, mount work, or collaborate with other artists, free from everyday pressures. These residencies are intended for chamber dance companies. Previous dance companies have included American Ballet Theatre II and Northwest Dance Theatre. Residencies are up to three weeks, and the average number of artists [...]
Kit Modus Virtual Choreographic Residency – Rolling Deadline
Kit Modus seeks proposals for new works to be created via virtual choreographic residency. The Atlanta-based company is committed to transporting audiences into a world of innovative movement by developing and presenting an expansive repertoire of original contemporary dance works by outstanding choreographers. Past guest choreographers include Mark Caserta (Complexions, Ballet Jazz de Montreal), Autumn Eckman (Hubbard Street), and Noelle [...]
Music Resources for Dance Artists
Local Resources The musicians and music organizations below are open to reaching agreements with freelance dancemakers on allowing the use of their recorded works. If you would like to be added the list please send your website and email address to danceinfo@dancesourcehouston.org. Boomtown Brass Band boomtownbrassband.com boomtownhtx@gmail.com Chad Robinson chadrobinson.net crobinson@tnme.org George Heathco georgeheathco.com Grace Lewis gracelewisbass.com Martín Quiroga Jr. [...]
The State of Houston Dance
Dance Source Houston (DSH) released a report on the state of Houston dance based off of data compiled in a 2018 needs assessment focusing on the individuals and organizations that make up the Greater Houston region dance community. The study was initiated to shed light on the state of the diverse Houston dance sector, in terms of economics, programmatic activities, [...]
Methodist Center for Performing Arts Medecine – Artist Card
As one of the nation's most comprehensive groups of medical and emergency care professionals, Houston Methodist has decades of experience supporting the total health needs of performers in every discipline. With a specialized group of more than 100 physicians working collaboratively, the Houston Methodist Center for Performing Arts Medicine address the specific demands placed on performing artists. Their elite team of physicians [...]
Emergency Resources for Artists – Harvey
Our thoughts are with all those affected by the devastation of Hurricane Harvey. Fresh Arts has compiled an Emergency Resources List that can be found here. (Thank you Fresh Arts!) The sheet includes national emergency funding, general resource guides, local emergency response info, and links to area shelters, volunteer opportunities and more. Thanks to Dennis Nance, Glasstire, Lawndale Art Center and so many [...]