DaBY will open a new ProLab for Dancers “Dancer Training Program” as part of its efforts to develop a professional dance environment and foster creators. The program, which specializes in fostering independent dance artists, will be offered in two terms in FY2021, the first and second terms.

In the FY2021 [first semester] program starting in September, participants will acquire comprehensive skills through practical training (workshops) and courses (seminars) led by DaBY dance evangelist Kenta Komori and a diverse group of other instructors, culminating in a presentation of the results of the program.

Auditions for students for the 2021 [first semester] will be held on April 29 (Thursday, national holiday). All applicants are welcome, regardless of genre, as long as they aspire to become professionals. We look forward to hearing from you.

*The application form for auditions was opened on Friday, March 26. We are accepting applications from here.

© Aiho Kaneko

■Program Outline

The program is dedicated to the development of independent dance artists (with a presentation of the results).

To acquire comprehensive skills to continue professional activities through practical training (workshops) and seminars

Free participation in various performances, workshops, and other paid events hosted by DaBY in FY2021

 

<Curriculum for the first semester of fiscal year 2021

15 dance workshops by Kenta Komori Master Classes by guest lecturers (applied workshops) 3 times in total Mariko Kakizaki “Chalone Aiard” Repertory Class 5 seminars by guest lecturers Eri Karatsu (DaBY Artistic Director) Saori Hala (DaBY Choreographer in Residence) Chihiro Tokai, DaBY Legal Advisor *Instructors are subject to change. Creation and presentation of results

 

Course Fees

　50,000 yen

Scholarship (special student, tuition waiver) available

The best candidates may be invited to perform in future performances in DaBY.

 

Number of applicants

　Max. 10 persons

 

■ Qualifications*All of the following conditions must be met

1. be between 15 and 25 years old as of April 1, 2021

2. must aspire to be a professional dancer. Any genre of dance is acceptable.

We also welcome those who share the concept of DaBY and are willing to actively participate in the projects implemented at DaBY.

 

■Screening Method

　Audition April 29 (Thursday, national holiday) 13:00-18:00

　*Basic class, repertoire, and improvisation solo (for selected students only) will be offered.

　*Audition times may vary depending on the number of applicants.

 

■ Application Period

　Friday, March 26, 2021 to Friday, April 16, 2021

 

■How to apply

After agreeing to our Privacy Policy, please send us the required information using the application form below.

Personal Information Protection Policy
Personal information provided by applicants for this audition will be managed appropriately in accordance with the “Act on the Protection of Personal Information” and other related laws and regulations, and will only be used to confirm and contact you regarding this audition and other dance-related information (information about other auditions, events, etc.). In addition, the information will be used only for the purpose of confirming and communicating with you regarding this audition and other dance-related information (such as information on other auditions and events).
We will not disclose personal information to any third party without the prior consent of the applicant, except in cases where disclosure is required by law.
Please agree to the above before proceeding to the application form.

▼Other Notes
Portraits, etc. recorded or filmed in the course of this audition may be used by DaBY on its website, official channels, or other media. Please be aware of this beforehand.

 

Please fill out the required information using this form.

https://forms.gle/XhN4VR9k8rJnG5Ad9

 

Schedule for FY2021 (1st semester) <15 days total, 23 workshops, seminars/results presentations>.

Monday, September 6	18:30-20:30	Dance Workshop ①.
Monday, September 13	18:30-20:30	Dance Workshop (2)
Monday, September 27	18:30-20:30	Dance Workshop (3)
Saturday, October 9	11:00-18:00	Dance Workshop 4, Seminar 1, Master Class 1
October 10 (Sun.)	11:00-18:00	Dance Workshop⑤, Seminar②, Master Class②.
October 11 (Monday)	11:00-18:00	Dance Workshop ⑥, Seminar ③, Master Class ③, Dance Workshop ⑥, Seminar ③, Master Class ③, Dance Workshop ⑥, Seminar ③, Master Class ③, Dance Workshop ⑥, Seminar ③, Master Class ③.
Saturday, October 23	11:00-18:00	Seminar ④, Dance Workshop ⑦
October 24 (Sun.)	11:00-18:00	Seminar ⑤, Dance Workshop ⑧
Monday, November 1 – Friday, November 5	11:00-18:00	Dance Workshop ⑨～⑬, Creation for the result presentation
November 6 (Sat)/7 (Sun)	11:00-18:00	Dance Workshop ⑭⑮, Presentation

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