Tracks is offering an opportunity for choreographers and dance artists to
use the dance studio space at Tracks Dance, free of charge, to work on a new
contemporary dance ideas, either through research or development. The
program is a response to the ongoing challenge of access to space for the
development of dance practice.

Hours for rehearsal will be organised in consultation with the company
around its scheduled working periods. Although there is no requirement to
have a presentation at the conclusion, we strongly encourage a showing of
the work developed to encourage feedback from peers and audience.

This residency is not for commercial practice, such as classes or for
rehearsals for funded projects. Dance artists of all backgrounds are
encouraged to apply.

Eligibility: Contemporary dance artists pursuing an innovative practice are eligible to
apply.

Availability: Tracks Dance Studio currently has some time available from January 1st 2013
until March 31st.

Criteria: Successful artists are chosen on the basis of the quality and innovation of
work, and the potential benefits to the applicant and to the broader
community. Decisions are ultimately subject to the availability of the
studio.

The number of successful applicants will depend on studio availability and
time requirements of applicants as well as;

•        Calibre of artist / collaborating artists.
•        Clear articulation of conceptual rationale and process.
•        Benefit of receiving the Studio Residency at this point in the development
•        of a work OR to developing their practice.
•        Benefit to the broader community.

Required Information: Proposals should address the applicant’s reasons for wanting to undertake
the studio residency and an outline of their project (which may be simply to
pursue independent studio practice, or cultural exchange opportunities,
etc.)

1. Proposal/outline of project (No more than one page),

2. Preferred starting date and an estimate of studio time needed

3. 1 page CV/bio demonstrating dance activity

Additionally, a Work-In-Progress showing component will be offered to
artists. This is an opportunity to invite industry peers, funding bodies,
producers and general public.

The deadline for proposals is: Friday 7 December 2012