2026-2027 APPLICATION Dance Lab

Dance Lab at BCA 2026-2027 Season

APPLICATION FORM
Our goal is to gather a diverse and inclusive community of artists for the purpose of supporting innovative work across disciplines, connecting artists with peers and resources, and providing a vibrant platform for new art in Boston.

Applications will be evaluated on the proposed concept of work to be developed and researched during the residency, potential impact on the growth of the artist’s career, and the clarity and potential of work shown in the video sample.

Experimentation. We support artistic work that displays innovation and openness to new ideas, perspectives, and techniques.

Responsiveness. In the process of supporting new and innovative work, we value ideas that are relevant to contemporary interests and conversations.

Community engagement. We encourage an artistic practice that engages meaningfully with the ecosystem where it exists through collaboration and exchange among artists and audiences.

Potential impact. We seek to support artists for whom our involvement has the potential to propel their practice creating a path for growth artistically and professionally.
Project Lead Name*

First NameLast Name
Ensemble or Group Name
Email*
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Website (if applicable)
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number
Social Media Tags (if applicable)
Gender Pronouns
Ensemble or Artist Bio (max 400 words)*
PROPOSED CONCEPT: Please describe your proposed concept. What do you plan to research, rework or further develop during the residency? What are your goals for this residency? (max 750 words)*
POTENTIAL IMPACT: How would this residency push you to take a creative risk, adapt your process, or propel your career? Why must you work on this project at this point in your career? (max 750 words) *
WORK SAMPLE: Include a video sample link of your work that most closely supports the proposed concept. No longer than five minutes. If your work sample is longer, please indicate which consecutive five minutes you would like viewed. Please no highlight reels or promo videos.*
Additional video link 1, no longer than five minutes. (Optional)
Additional video link 2, no longer than five minutes. (Optional)
How does your work sample(s) relate to what you will develop during the residency?*
List any prior residencies you have been awarded and describe the impact they have had on your practice. (Optional)
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High Res Image (to use for promo if awarded residency)*

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Demographic Information

Answering these questions helps us better understand who is in our community, how to grow, and how to work toward anti-racism, equity, and accessibility. This information is internal to the organization and will not be shared with anyone.
Race/Ethnicity
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18-2930-4445-5960-7475+
0-5 years5-15 years15+ years
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Applications are due on Monday, June 1, 2026 by 11pm.

Applicants will be notified of their acceptance by August 2026.

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Andrea Blesso, Director of Dance & Interdisciplinary Arts is available to answer questions about the residency and provide support with access needs. (andrea@bostonarts.org)

Image by Olivia Moon Photography of Cassie Wang's The Head is Not the Star of the Body, created through the BCA Dance Lab and Boston Dancemakers Residencies
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Dance Lab at BCA 2026-2027 Season

Demographic Information