SharedSpace Application (Fall 2026)

SharedSpace

SharedSpace is a residency program that culminates with an informal public showing followed by a facilitated reflection, guided by an established artist in the dance field. This unique opportunity is for emerging and mid-career choreographers of all genres to present a work in progress at the Mark Morris Dance Center.

Program Benefits

Residency: Participants will be offered a 20-hour residency within the two-week period that precedes the showing.
Honorarium: Participants receive a $500 honorarium to use at their discretion to offset the costs associated with making and showing their work.
Facilitation and performance opportunity: MMDG selects a choreographer to facilitate a reflection at the end of the showing. While optional, the Facilitator and participant are encouraged to meet earlier in the rehearsal process as well.
Videography: MMDG will film the SharedSpace showing and provide artists with access to footage.
Informal Showing: The informal showing for up to 45 guests happens under studio lights with sound playback or live music. Pieces can be 10-15 minutes in length, and minimal props can be accommodated. The showing concludes with the facilitated reflection. All guests and performers are invited to stay for a post-show reception.

Key Dates

July 27, 2026 - August 24, 2025: Application period
Week of Sept 16, 2026: Artists notified of acceptance
Oct 14, 2026 - Oct 28, 2026: Rehearsal residency period (dates to be assigned)
Wed, Oct 28, 2026 from 4-10pm: Technical Rehearsal and Informal Showing

Email

Applicant Name

First NameLast Name

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Name of Company

Website

Social Media Handles/Tags

Upload photo assets for marketing, including headshots if applicable (at least 300dpi):

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Credits that must be included (production, photo, etc.)

Short bio (2-3 sentences)

How would you describe yourself as an artist at this stage of your career?

What inspires your artistic practice, and what themes or questions are central to your work?

Tell us about a recent project that reflects your artistic vision and approach.

How does your work engage with or contribute to the communities, audiences, or issues that matter to you?

Please share links to videos of your past work, which may be used for marketing.

Credits that must be included (production, photo, etc.)

Title of Work

Short description of work (2-5 sentences)

Why are you interested in this residency, and what do you hope to gain from the experience?

What unique perspectives, experiences, or qualities would you bring to this cohort of artists?

Our residency program is committed to fostering a cohort of artists with diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. The following information is optional and will be reviewed separately from the artistic evaluation process. If you would like, please share any aspects of your identity, lived experience, cultural background, accessibility needs, or community connections that have shaped your artistic practice and that you would like the selection committee to consider as we work to build a diverse and inclusive residency cohort.

How many dancers will participate?

How long is the piece or excerpt you will be showing? 15 minute max.

Will you be using live or recorded music? Please provide detail.

Please provide the Music Title and Composer. If you are not using recorded music, or music with a title and/or composer, please leave blank.

Will you be using props? If yes, please provide detail.

Does your piece require extra technical assistance that has not been mentioned above? If yes, please explain.

Are you available for the intensive residency from Oct 14 - Oct 21:

Are you available for the intensive residency from Oct 22 - Oct 28:

Are you available for tech on Wednesday, Oct 28, 4 - 6 PM:

Are you available for the showing on Wednesday, Oct 28, 7 - 9 PM:

How did you hear about the program?

Is there anything else you'd like to share?

If selected, I understand:

SharedSpace may have photographers and videographers present. Photographs may be used in print and digital platforms for brochures, MMDG’s website, and other promotional materials produced, used by, and representing the Mark Morris Dance Center. It is understood that the circulation of the materials could be worldwide and that there would be no compensation for this use. By granting permission for use of photographs, you will release and agree to hold harmless the producers or any persons or entities acting under their permission or authority from any liability arising from use of said reproduction.

I have read and understand the terms of the Film and Photography Waiver. Initial here.

ABOUT YOU

SharedSpace Application (Fall 2026)

ARTISTIC INFORMATION

CURRENT & PREVIOUS WORK

RESIDENCY PROPOSAL

TECHNICAL NEEDS

RESIDENCY AVAILABILITY

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION