2026 DANCENORTH SECONDMENT WEEK

DANCENORTH SECONDMENT WEEK

2026 Application Form
Dancenorth acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land upon which we make our work, the Wulgurukaba of Gurambilbarra and Yunbenun, and the Bindal of Thul Garrie Waja. We pay our respects to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and their Elders past and present. We acknowledge the fact that sovereignty was never ceded and that Aboriginal people are Australia’s first dancers.

The Dancenorth 2026 Secondment Program invites up to 25 young and emerging dance artists from Australia and New Zealand to participate in a 5-day full-time secondment experience led by Kyle Page (Dancenorth Co-Artistic Director, Co-CEO), Amber Haines (Dancenorth Co-Artistic Director) and the Dancenorth Ensemble. The program incorporates exploring various movement methodologies within elongated morning classes/skills training, creative workshops and task processes, environmental responsive sessions within the stunning North Queensland landscape, and interrogation of Dancenorth repertoire.

Dancenorth is committed to offering all Secondment Program opportunities to participants free of charge, with the express purpose of ensuring equity of access to these kinds of professional development opportunities… it is Dancenorth’s gift to the dance community.

Venue:
Dancenorth Australia
Corner of Walker and Stanley Street, Gurambilbarra (Townsville), Queensland 4810, AUSTRALIA

Dates:
Monday, 8 June to Friday, 12 June 2026

Cost:
This program is free, but applicants must be able to cover the cost of all personal expenses including transport, flights and living expenses while in Gurambilbarra (Townsville).

Applications close midnight on Monday, 6 April 2026.

For additional information, please contact Dancenorth on admin@dancenorth.com.au
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Briefly describe why you would like to participate in the Dancenorth Secondment program and what you are hoping to learn during Secondment Week.*
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Please supply ONE 1-2 minute video link that captures the essence of you as a dance artist.*
One video of a maximum 120 seconds is allowable. Vimeo preferred. The Applicant is responsible for the veracity and legitimacy of links. Broken or missing links will not be sought by Dancenorth.
By signing below, I understand that:
- Applications are open to Australian and New Zealand residents only.
- Preference is given to students and recent graduates of full-time training institutions.
- Applicants who have attended a previous Dancenorth Secondment Week will not be considered eligible.
- The final decision as to who receives a Secondment position rests with Dancenorth: there is no guarantee of availability and positions are limited.
- Feedback will not be given by the panel.
- Applications will only be received via the web-based portal.
- Incomplete applications may not be considered, and the applicant is responsible for ensuring accuracy of information and validity of linked video files.
- All expenses relating to the development (including flights, accommodation and living expenses) will be covered by the successful applicant, and the successful applicant is entirely responsible for any costs incurred due to COVID-19 or other restrictions to travel and attendance.
- Dancenorth operates under an Occupational Health and Safety Plan. Attending secondments are expected to abide by these guidelines and policies.
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