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Dance Magazine Performance Calendar
If you would like to be included in our online Performance Calendar listing, please go to calendar.dancemedia.com and click on "Submit an Event." You can list your event as a professional performance, lecture/panel, student performance, special event, or workshop, and type in a description of the event. It's free, and is seen by readers of Dance Magazine, Dance Spirit, Dance Teacher, and Pointe.
VolunteerMatch.Org
As the largest online network of participating nonprofits, VolunteerMatch attracts thousands of volunteers every day. When volunteers see your listing, they simply click on it to connect with your organization and get involved. VolunteerMatch also has a variety of services to make it easy for you to recruit volunteers, manage existing volunteers, and promote your organization. Only tax-exempt organizations may use the site. During registration, you will be asked to submit your organization's Employer Identification Number to ensure you are tax-exempt.
Idealist.org
Post volunteer opportunities on Idealist.org. You must register in order to post, and registration and volunteer posting is free. This site also contains a wealth of resource information for volunteer managers, nonprofit managers and others.
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2. Ad content must be related to the field of dance.
3. Ads are due via email no later than noon the Thursday before the Monday when you wish your ad to appear.
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5. Your submission should include an image with a resolution of 72 dpi and be 200 pixels wide x 300 pixels high. You can include up to 60 words of text. Dance/MetroDC reserves the right to reject any ad and edit text that is unsuitable for wide distribution.
6. Payment must be received no later than the Friday before the Monday when you wish your ad to appear.
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1. By check: please make check payable to Dance/USA and mail or bring the check to the Dance/MetroDC office located at 1111 16th St. NW Suite 300 Washington, DC 20036. Please make sure to mail the check in time to get it to the Dance/MetroDC office by the Friday before the Monday when you wish your ad to run. We are unable to run ads that are not paid in advance.
2. By credit card: call the Dance/MetroDC office at 202-778-1190 to make a credit card payment.
For more information, email info@dancemetrodc.org or call 202-778-1190.
Creative Industries Reports for all 7,400 Legislative Districts
Do you know how many arts-related businesses are located in your state legislative district? We have the answer, and so can you. Visit the website to download the Creative Industries State Legislative District Reports. Each three-page report contains a color map of the district, a table listing the number of Creative Industries businesses and employees in the district, and a table summarizing the percentage of change from 2004 to 2006 in Creative Industries businesses and employees. The reports are available seven days a week, 24 hours a day and are free of charge. For more information contact Research Coordinator Eulynn Shiu at eshiu@artsusa.org or 202.371.2830.
www.AmericansForTheArts.org/CreativeIndustries/StateLegislativeDistricts
Dance Educators Training Institute
August 2-6 from 10am to 5:30pm daily
Goucher College
1021 Dulaney Valley Road
Baltimore, MD 21204
ClancyWorks Dance Company and Baltimore County Public Schools present the fourth annual Dance Educators Training Institute.(DETI)
Join us this summer for a week of workshops that will help us to get ready for the 2010-2011 year by re-energizing our dance interests!
Sessions are open to the public, with a particular interest to serve choreographers and performers to highly experienced dance educators as well as teaching artists in the field of dance education. Administrators and participants from various arts and educational disciplines including college students are invited and encouraged to attend the workshops.
The workshops will focus on four main tracks:
Arts Integration
Composition/Improvisation
Somatics/Dance Science
Dance Technique Classes- including different genres of dance for all levels
1 MSDE credit available through Baltimore County Public Schools continuing Professional Development: Course no. 05-02-02 - Dance Composition https://www.bcps.org/apps/registration/
Tuition: *$250 for week-long institute
*work – study positions available
To register or for more information please contact Allison Pearsall, Program Coordinator: Info@ClancyWorks.org; 301-717-9271, www.ClancyWorks.org
Maryland Association of Nonprofit Organizations
The Maryland Nonprofit Association assists nonprofits to obtain the professional services and technical assistance they need to operate effectively. The consultant databank is a collection of services and product for use by nonprofit organizations. Services include resource development. For more information, call (301) 565-0505.
Applications for The Arts Show & Tell Now Being Accepted
Deadline: Ongoing
The Arts Show & Tell is a half hour program airing on community television stations throughout the Washington region that showcases CAGW member organizations. An Arts Show & Tell segment is twelve minutes long and designed to inform the audience about the organization’s mission, be it performance, education or exhibit based. In each segment, 70% of the air time is used for actual showcasing of the art form, with the remaining 30% used for narrative. Two segments are bridged together to form one program, which is then aired on community television networks throughout the region. CAGW members in good standing are eligible to apply for a segment. Applications are being taken for segments being shot in March, April, June and July. More information can be found here. The application can be downloaded here. For questions, call Eileen Rappoport at 202.638.2406 x24.
Seeking Hip Hop Teacher
Deadline: August 1
New dance studio in Greenbelt, MD seeking Hip Hop instructor to teach one or all classes for age 7-9, 10-16 & Adults. Looking for a personable teacher who can teach age appropriate movement, be able to commit to teaching full school year (late Aug 2010 to early June 2011), and possible future seasons. Competitive pay. Send resume and inquiries to: director@newchicagodancestudio.com.
Acro and Tumbling Instructor
Deadline: August 15
Urbana Dance and Performing Arts Studio in Urbana, MD is seeking a acro and tumbling teacher for the fall. The instructor needs to be experienced in teaching acro and tumbling.
Classes are Saturday mornings starting at the end of August.
For more information on the studio please visit www.urbanadance.com.
All interested applicants should send their resume to Sonja Davis at urbanadance@urbanadance.com.
Ballet Instructor
Deadline: August 15
Urbana Dance and Perfroming Arts Studio in Urbana, MD is seeking a Ballet Instructor to not only teach but also to develop the ballet program. The instructor needs to have ballet experience in teaching children ages 3-adult and from beginning to advanced ballet and pointe.
The classes are every Monday from 3:30-9:00 and Wednesdays from 4:30-8:30 starting at the end of August.
For more information on the studio please visit www.urbanadance.com. All interested instructors should send their resume to Sonja Davis at urbanadance@urbanadance.com.
Stay Exempt
The Internal Revenue Service has launched Stay Exempt (www.stayexempt.org) a new website providing tools and training on relevant topics for 501(c)(3) organizations. Included are tutorials on how to classify an organization as a public charity, determine unrelated business income, and file IRS Form 990. The site is a valuable tool for you and your members.
Executive Directory
Deadline: August 31
Bowen McCauley Dance (BMD)(Arlington, VA), Metropolitan DC’s premier contemporary dance company, is seeking a full-time Executive Director to oversee staff, fund raising and development, implementation of strategic planning and policy, communications, and overall administration of the organization. The Executive Director works with the Founding Artistic Director to develop current and future artistic and outreach programs of the company. The Executive Director provides strategic and visionary leadership for BMD in close collaboration with the founding Artistic Director, a talented team of contract professionals, volunteers, and the Board of Directors.
For the full job description, please go to http://www.bmdc.org/dl/BMD_ed.pdf
For more information about BMD, go to www.bmdc.org
Burgundy Crescent Volunteers
Burgundy Crescent Volunteers is the source of LGBT volunteers for gay and gay-friendly non-profit organizations in DC, MD, and VA. BCV has over 3,100 members and has provided over 52,000 volunteer hours to the community. Click here to submit your volunteer opportunity.
Single Volunteers of DC
Single Volunteers isn't your ordinary volunteer group. In addition to our goal of providing you with high-quality, hard-working volunteers we also wish to provide our volunteers with fun experiences where they will get to work closely with other Single Volunteers. As such, we do have some very specific guidelines that have to be met in order for us to accept your project request.
* You must need a minimum of 10 volunteers at one time. We cannot send fewer then 10 volunteers per shift.
* You must be in need of volunteers for group work, meaning that our volunteers will work together in groups of at least 3-4 people. We cannot, for example, do things like mentoring, shelving library books, being course marshalls at walking or running races, working in a "coat check" for a fund raiser, or doing work such as parking duty because these jobs need just one or two volunteers per station (e.g., one parking duty person directs cars to another parking duty person who is standing 20+ feet away). We can do things like working at race water stations where there may be 10 plus people per station, all working in the same area to pass out water. We can also do things like painting projects, hiking or biking trail clean-up, food preparation, festival setup & tear down and other events where there will be multiple volunteers painting in each area. If your work is not group work please do not submit a request.
* We cannot get you repeat volunteers, or the same set of volunteers on different days. Our organization provides "one time" volunteers only. If you are in need of multiple volunteers on multiple days we will work to get you volunteers each day that you need them, but we will not provide you with the same volunteers on an ongoing basis.
* We can send our volunteers to an orientation session only if that orientation immediately preceeds the event. If you need the volunteers to arrive a half-hour early for training please indicate the start time on the form below to include that earlier time. We cannot send volunteers to an orientation session that occurs days or weeks before the event.
* Please estimate your volunteer needs accurately. Too often organizations over-estimate their needs and we end up with far too many volunteers at the event. The volunteers are bored and have too little work to do and are not likely to volunteer again if this happens. Our volunteers work very hard and we typically have a very low rate of volunteer cancellations - there is no need for you to request more volunteers then you will truly need.
* We prefer volunteer projects that last no more then 5 hours. If you have a longer or even all-day event we may ask you to accept a few shifts of volunteers instead of using one group all day long. Please fill out the form with the event start and end times for all-day and we will contact you via email to setup shorter shifts and groups of volunteers.
* If you will be offering food, beverages, t-shirts or any other "perks" to the volunteers do let us know that.
* Although we try to accept all events our schedule sometimes does not allow for us to do this. If we cannot assist we'll let you know via email and, when possible, try to setup an alternate date when we can help.
Click here to request volunteers.
DC Office of Partnerships and Grant Development
The DC Office of Partnerships and Grant Development webpage is rich with information, including how-to instructions for creating a non-profit, hiring a grant writer, writing a proposal, finding grants and more.
Servenet.org
Servenet.org maintains one of the most extensive volunteer opportunity databases in the world. Every day volunteers use servenet.org to find opportunities to address critical needs in their communities. Post your organizaton's volunteer opportunities and connect with millions of volunteer across the world. You must register to post.
Networkforgood.org
Recruiting volunteers at Networkforgood.org extends your reach to a larger audience, and technology can aid in automating tasks related to managing and even training volunteers. Online listing services are generally free. Simply list your volunteer opportunities, and individuals will be able to search and sign up for what appeals to them. Remember, not all volunteer opportunities need to be filled in-person. Virtual volunteers can fill jobs that don't require face-to-face tasks such as grant writers, researchers, and fundraising assistants who can share their work electronically. To get started, click here.
BoardnetUSA
BoardnetUSA is the unique website revolutionizing the way nonprofit boards and new leaders find each other. If you're looking for a new board member you can find him/her here.
* Over 12,000 candidates and nonprofit boards are currently using boardnetUSA.
* 8 of 10 of users would recommend boardnetUSA to a friend for their board connecting needs.
* 88% of users would use boardnetUSA again.
* 90% of board members connected through boardnetUSA have made financial contributions to the nonprofit they joined.
* Over 85% of users feel boardnetUSA connected them with a board or candidate that they would not have otherwise encountered.
VolunteerSolutions.org
Volunteer Solutions is a volunteer matching application that helps connect individuals to volunteer opportunities in their community. Volunteer Solutions gives your organization free, targeted web based volunteer recruitment. With Volunteer Solutions help your organization can:
* Gain access to the many people who search the web for volunteer opportunities
* List all of your volunteer opportunities in one database accessible to volunteers who share your interests
* Use powerful administrative tools to track the success of your web efforts and improve your marketing
* Reduce internal paperwork by registering volunteers directly online
* Add leading edge technology that the private sector enjoys to your existing web site
Click here to register.
Washington City Paper
The Washington City Paper will allow you to recruit volunteers free of charge. To post a listing, click here. Under "Choose a Subsection" click "Volunteers." You may write two ads - one for the print version of the paper (35-word limit) and one for the online version (no word limit). Your ad will run for one week, but you may post week after week.
Greater DC Cares
Greater DC Cares offers free training and resources to nonprofits, including: volunteers, pro-bono consultants, board members, in-kind goods and services, training on topics such as volunteer management, project development for pro bono consultants, and the development of corporate partnerships. To become a part of Greater DC Cares’ network, you have to be a community-based organization (nonprofit, public school, recreation center, etc.) that provides services to the people of the Washington region.
For more information, contact nonprofit@greaterdccares.org or call 202-777-4443.
Cultural Alliance of Great Washington Business Volunteers for the Arts
The Cultural Alliance of Greater Washington provides Business Volunteers for the Arts assistance to its emerging and small member organizations with budgets up to $550,000. Organizations may apply at any time during the year as service is provided on a rolling basis. The CAGW will match qualifying member organizations with a professional who will provide pro bono consulting services in the areas shown below. As with any consultancy engagement, the staff of the organization must be prepared to commit the necessary time and, when necessary, financial resources to the project. BVAs provide services in the following areas:
Accounting and Finance
· Accounting systems/procedures
· Budgeting and cash flow management
· Financial analysis/planning
Human Resources
· Management/Administration
· Job description development
· Work efficiency assessment
· Personnel policies and procedures
Marketing
· Development of marketing plans
· Advertising and branding campaigns
· Public Relations
Organizational Development
· Strategic planning
· Structure and management
· Retreat/meeting facilitation
· Board development
Computer/Information systems
· Website planning
· Hardware/software needs assessment
BVA does not provide: audits, direct financial assistance, fundraising professionals, individual artist consultations, non-management tasks (ushering, mailings, etc), operating staff, permanent volunteers,
Board of Directors.
To apply for BVA assistance, compile and send the information shown below to the BVA Program Director. Upon receipt and review, the BVA Program Director will contact you to arrange a Project Assessment meeting with staff and/or Board members who will be working on the project.
Application Materials:
* Articles of incorporation and bylaws
* Mission statement and description of programs
* Sample grant proposal and fundraising package
* General information brochure, press articles, reviews, etc.
* Financial statement or audit for last complete fiscal year
* Current operating budget
* List of your board members and their affiliations
* List of staff members and their titles
* IRS Determination letter granting 501 (c)(3) status
* Most recent strategic, business or operating plan
* Sample grant proposal
* Narrative description of the BVA project include contact/lead person for the project
* Signed approval indicating the Board of Directors of the organization has approved your request for BVA assistance
For any specific questions about the Business Volunteers for the Arts Program, please contact the BVA Program Director.
Boardsource.org
BoardSource increases the effectiveness of nonprofit organizations by strengthening boards of directors through online articles, a consulting practice, publications, tools, and membership program. BoardSource provides:
* Resources to nonprofit leaders through workshops, training, and an extensive Web-based database.
* Governance consultants who work directly with nonprofit leaders to design specialized solutions to meet an organization's needs.
* The most comprehensive selection of material on nonprofit governance, including a large selection of booklets, books, videotapes, and audiotapes.
* An annual conference that brings together approximately 600 board members and chief executives of nonprofit organizations from around the world.
To learn more, call (202) 452-6262.
African American Nonprofit Network Board Initiative Program
The African American Nonprofit Network offers a Board Initiative Program that assists with matching qualified African American leaders with nonprofit organizations seeking board members. For more information, contact Rebecca Anderson by email or at (202)973-2510.
Volunteer Consulting Group
VCG assists nonprofit organizations - with headquarters in the Northeast Corridor - in defining their board recruitment objectives, and then conducts a targeted search for business, professional and community leaders with the desired expertise, diversity of perspective and resources. VCG's fees are on a sliding scale. For help in building your "Board of the Future" please call Rhoda Barr, Director of Client Services, at (212) 447-1236.
Association of Fundraising Professionals
Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) is the leading professional organization for fundraising executives who work for nonprofit and philanthropic organizations. The DC Metro chapter has over 950 members. For more information, call (703) 684-0410 or email info@afpdc.org.
CharityChannel Consultants Registry
CharityChannel is an online community of over 100,00 nonprofit professionals. The consultant registry enables nonprofits to search for consultants by location, name or area of expertise. For more information, call 1-949-589-5938 or email editors@charitychannel.com.
Development Intern at JOMDC
Deadline: August 31, 2010
Joy of Motion Dance Center (JOMDC) is currently seeking a Development Intern for Fall 2010 for 15-20 hours a week.
Qualifications: Undergraduate student, college graduate, or graduate student.
Requirements: Internet and database skills, exceptional written and verbal communication skills, strong organizational skills, the ability to work independently as well as with a team, and detail-oriented. Experience or interest in working in a performing arts or nonprofit setting is preferred. Proficiency in MS Office, Internet research, and social media is required.
Responsibilities Include: Assist the Director of Development with grant preparation; prepare correspondence with individual donors; update databases relating to individual donors; research grant opportunities; and prepare information for brochures and other communication materials.
Internships are not paid; however interns may take advantage of unlimited free dance classes at all JOMDC studio locations.
All interested applicants should email or fax a cover letter and resume to:
Polly Thibodeau, Director of Development
202-333-6801 x13
pthibodeau@joyofmotion.org
www.joyofmotion.org
Audition for Contradiction Dance and Massive Attack!
August 7 from 3:30pm to 7pm
Contradiction Dance is currently seeking male & female dancers for the 2010-2011 season.
Positions are available for both Contradiction Dance & Massive Attack
Rehearsals will begin in late August with performances in October & November. A second period of rehearsal begins in February 2011, with perforances in April & May. Performances are paid. Candidates must be mature dancers, committed to both their craft & this company. Please bring a resume & headshot with you to the audition.
Auditions for Massive Attack! dance for the now generation
Auditions for a contemporary dance company for the NOW generation. We are seeking thirsty young adults willing to take creative risks exploring the fusion of dance styles. Massive Attack is for dancers who cannot meet the daytime rehearsal committment of Contradiction Dance, yet are actively seeking performance opportunities.
Please write Kelly Mayfield at contradictiondance@gmail.com to schedule a private audition.
Joe's Movement Emporium - Technical Coordinator
Deadline: August 27
Joe’s Movement Emporium is currently hiring an experienced theater tech to run the FY11-12 productions and to lead the training of 11 young adults, ages 16 -21, to work backstage for production logistics, sound & lights, and general event management. Other responsibilities include supervision of tech crew, production meetings with artists, and maintenance and development of theater.
The basic trainings include: safety in the theater; orientation to the stage and production; and use of house sound and lights systems. Most training sessions are scheduled during the day on Saturdays, with additional events and trainings on a week night. Most training will occur in Joe’s studios and theater, using in house equipment. Several trainings will require a field trip to a larger facility.
The candidate for this contract will have excellent communication skills, work within program time lines, be able to coordinate scheduled events, have experience working with young adults, have knowledge of basic theater lighting and sound equipment, and at least three years experience in theater production.
This position is contractual, varying 15-25 hours per week. Pay scale commensurate with experience.
Please submit resume to:
Suzy Wald, Teen Program Administrator
Joe’s Movement Emporium
3309 Bunker Hill Road
Mont Rainier, MD 20712
Promotions and Marketing Coordinator
Deadline: August 15
Part time, 15 hours per week, year round position.
Momentum Dance Theatre, a well established jazz, modern jazz, hip hop and dance theater company, seeks a bright, creative, adaptable, individual to promote and market its performances, classes, fundraising events and outreach programs.
The goals of the position are to increase the number of tickets purchased for shows and fundraising events, increase the numbers of students enrolling for classes and programs and to raise the visibility of the organization. The Promotion and Marketing Coordinator will use Facebook, Twitter and other social networking platforms as well as more traditional media (flyers, postcards, newspapers, television, radio, word of mouth) and face to face methods to create campaigns to accomplish the above goals. The Coordinator will also develop and send out regular E Newsletters, in consultation with the Artistic Director. The Coordinator will also assist in managing the advertising and promotions budget.
It is expected that he/she become knowledgeable about Momentum’s education and outreach programs and its Jazz Hip Hop Nutcracker production in December and attend major performances.
Momentum seeks a dynamic, independent self starter who can work well with diverse cultural, age and interest groups, who will develop and implement innovative ideas but also has excellent follow through capabilities.
There is flexibility with days and hours, with some amount of daytime hours essential. Coordinator will work from own location. Much of the communication can be by phone or Email but the position requires some face to face, daytime meetings with some local travel expected. Coordinator is expected to have own phone and own computer with internet capability.
Qualifications: Must have experience in promotion and/or publicity, marketing and sales, preferably in the arts. Must have knowledge of Facebook and Twitter marketing and promotion, social networking online, by phone and in person. Should be comfortable with fundraising, Experience with not for profit organizations preferred but not required. Should be self directed and adaptable, with attention to detail, good phone personality, affinity for, and some knowledge, of the performing arts.
Salary: $13 per hour.
Benefits: 2 weeks paid vacation. There is also a small stipend for professional development.
Submit resume and references to momentumdancetheatre@verizon.net. Call with questions: 202.785.0035
Operations Manager
Deadline: September 15
Description
Part-Time (avg. 10-15 hours per week, with a possible increase of time in the future as the organization)
The Operations Manager is responsible for coordinating the various components needed to initiate, market, run and conclude major and minor activities for Story Tapestries.
Duties Include:
• Representing the company at booking conferences, showcases and events
• Making cold calls and sending out press packets to organizations hoping to book the company
• Writing marketing material and program descriptions designed to encourage others to book the company
• Strategizing, Planning and Marketing the company in new and creative avenues
• Managing and building the organization's database of clients and potential funders
• Fielding telephone calls, word processing, filing, faxing and preparing invoices/contracts.
• Arranging and scheduling all bookings, meetings, and travel itinerary
• Drafting weekly status reports and maintaining the calendar
Skill and Requirements:
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong computer skills including Internet research abilities
• Requires excellent communication skills
• Experience writing marketing material
• Previous work in the Arts, education preferred
• Previous arts administration experience
To Apply:
Apply with cover letter indicating job title, current resume, a writing sample and a list of three pertinent references to administrator@ariannaross.com
Perceptions Contemporary Dance Festival
Deadline: July 30 (not postmarked)
Hand delivered or emailed applications are not acceptable
The Perceptions Contemporary Dance Festival provides artists (emerging and established) with the opportunity to present dance in New York City. The festival is designed to support choreographers and companies around the country and internationally, providing the necessary technical aspects of staging professional work with minimal costs incurred. This festival provides artists with a state-of-the-art theater, expert technical crew, ticket sales, promotion and exposure in the New York City area, while creating the opportunity for growth and development by allowing each artist to focus solely on their art.
Entries must include the following:
1. Completed Application Form
2. DVD of the proposed work. Rehearsal footage is allowed. Be sure to test your DVD prior to sending.
- Solos should not exceed 6 minutes (including set up and strike)
- Group pieces should not exceed 10 minutes in length (including set up and strike)
- Internet links may be emailed to info@perceptionsdance.com prior to the deadline date.
- Please include proper company/choreographer references in the email.
- Montages or works that are not proposed will not be accepted.
3. $50 non-refundable application fee payable to Perceptions Contemporary Dance Company
4. Current resume/bio for the choreographer or company
5. Self addressed, stamped envelope if you would like your materials returned to you
(Download Application & Guidelines online: www.perceptionsdance.com)
Choreographers/companies may submit multiple entries for consideration. Each entry requires separate completed application forms, DVD/link and application fees. Multiple entries will not be considered without all mandatory criteria for each entry.
Upon acceptance, choreographers/companies must submit the following:
1. $300 production fee payable to Perceptions Contemporary Dance Company.
- $200 production fee will apply to each additional entry that is accepted.
2. Program information (title, dancers, music, special credits, etc.)
3. (2) web-ready images for promotional materials
4. Completed technical/production form (form will be emailed with acceptance letter)
- Choreographers will be notified of acceptance via email by Friday August 6th
- All applications will be reviewed and chosen by an impartial group of judges.
- Artists must be available for the entire day of the festival.
Acceptance Material is DUE BY AUGUST 18, 2010
If acceptance materials are not received by August 18th choreographers forfeit their spot in the festival. To avoid losing your spot, please be sure to send in your acceptance materials with ample processing time.
Dance Dimensions Seeks Hip Hop Teacher
September 3, 2010
Dance Dimensions, located in Suitland, MD is looking for an experienced Hip Hop teacher for weeknight classes. Must have experience working with students of all ages and levels. Please email your resume to DaKiya Lambert at DaKiyaDances@yahoo.com.
Info: www.Dimensions-Inc.com or 301-420-1567
Work Study at BTI Dance Institute Front Desk
Deadline: July 31, 2010
Ballet Teatro Internacional(BTI) Dance Institute seeks work-study assistants to work at the studio's front desk in exchange for free classes. Located at 1515 14th St., NW #200, Washington, DC 20005, the studio operates seven days a week between the hours of 9:30 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. Applicants must be at least 18 years old and should be able to use a computer, handle payment transactions, perform light cleaning of facility, operate A/V system, courteously answer phone calls, and interact with clients. To apply, please email your resume and cover letter to info@btidance.org. (202) 588-8282, www.btidance.org
The DC Commission on the Arts & Humanities
The DC Commission on the Arts & Humanities offers several funding programs for individuals and nonprofit organizations located in the District of Columbia. Individuals are not required to provide matching funds. Organizations are only required to provide matching funds as indicated.
For more information on the following grants or to apply, please visit http://dcarts.dc.gov/DC/DCARTS/Grants/Apply+for+Grants/Apply+for+Grants
Arts Education Projects
Available to Individuals and Organizations
Deadline: Wednesday, July 21, 2010
The Arts Education Project Grant offers funding to to individuals and organizations for projects that provide students training and exposure in a number of artistic disciplines. The projects should reinforce the importance of the arts as part of quality education, be consistent with current DC Public Schools Content Standards, and address the needs of the targeted community.
Eligible projects include, but are not limited to, artist residencies, workshops, professional development for teachers, curriculum integration projects, performances, and new venues for artistic expression. Projects are funded in two categories: community-based and school-based.
Category 1 - Community-Based Projects take place beyond traditional school hours—that is, early morning, late afternoon, weekends and during the summer. Out-of-School Time projects emphasize community impact and involvement, in addition to artistic and educational merit and may take place at school sites.
Category 2 - School-Based Projects take place primarily during the traditional school day (8:45 am to 3:15 pm), although the project may take place at a location other than a school. The evaluation criteria for Curriculum-Based projects emphasize curriculum-based projects, as well as artistic merit and community involvement.
Capital Region Touring Program
Guidelines and Applications Available Starting June 30th.
Available to Organizations
In cooperation with the Maryland State Arts Council (MSAC).
The Capital Region Touring Program is designed to promote the artistic exchange of professional touring artists between District of Columbia and Maryland. This is a unique and exciting opportunity for District of Columbia performing artists to enhance their marketing and touring capacity, as well as showcase the wide array of diverse talent in both regions.
District of Columbia nonprofit organizations that meet the eligibility requirements are invited to apply for funding to help defray costs associated with presenting participating performing artists at venues in District of Columbia. Participating artists must appear on DCCAH's Performing Artist Roster or on the MSAC Performing Artist Roster.
MSAC will provide funding to DC nonprofit organizations that meet the eligibility requirements to present DC based performing artists at venues in Maryland.
City Arts Projects
Available to Individuals and Organizations.
Deadline: Friday, July 30, 2010
The City Arts Projects program expands the quality and diversity of arts activities throughout the city, supports local artists, and makes arts experiences accessible to District residents. Individuals and organizations are eligible to apply. City Arts Projects expose the arts to the broader community or to persons traditionally underserved or separate from the mainstream due to geographic location, economic constraints, or disability. Eligible projects include, but are not limited to concerts, visual arts exhibitions and literary readings.
Elders Learning Through the Arts Program
Available to Individuals and Organizations
Deadline: Friday, August 6, 2010
The Elders Learning Through the Arts Program (ELTA) offers quick response grants up to $5,000 to individual artists and arts organizations serving seniors, 60 and older, in arts programs. Funds are intended to support innovative arts projects that demonstrate imaginative use of artistic skill and provide meaningful activities that strengthen senior communities as well as provide positive alternatives not otherwise readily available for seniors.
Folk & Traditional Arts Mini-Grant Program
Available to Individuals and Organizations
Deadline: Wednesday, August 11, 2010
The Folk & Traditional Arts Mini-Grant (FTA) offers quick response small-scaled grants up to $1,000 to artists and arts organizations practicing or supporting folk traditions. The Folk Arts Program supports projects that are developed in close consultation and collaboration with the communities whose traditions are to be presented. Individuals and organizations are encouraged to use folklorists, ethnomusicologists, or other specialists for documentation, program development, interpretation of presentations and program production.
Hip Hop Community Arts
Available to Individuals and Organizations
Deadline: Friday, August 6, 2010
The Hip Hop Community Arts offers funds to individuals and organizations for programs that encourage the growth of quality Hip Hop arts activities throughout the city and making Hip Hop arts experiences accessible to District residents. Eligible projects include, but are not limited to: visual arts exhibitions, literary readings, productions and presentations of dance theater, or music, multidisciplinary presentations, interdisciplinary art forms, arts education projects, festivals and concerts.
Small Projects Program
Available to Individuals and Organizations
Deadlines: Monday, July 19, 2010
Wednesday, December 8, 2010
The Small Projects Program (SPP) offers quick response grants of up to $2,000 to individual artists and arts organizations. The program seeks to make grant funds more accessible for small-scale arts projects with total budget that do not exceed $4,000. Projects may include but are not limited to: Art presentations, Assistance in fundraising, marketing and management, Documentation of artistic activities through photography, brochures, portfolios and demo tapes. Conferences, workshops or seminars that will enhance artistic and professional development.
Young Artist Grant Program
Available to Individuals
Deadline: Wednesday, September 15, 2010
The Young Artist Program offers grants of up to $3,000 to artists between the ages of 18 and 30. The DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities (DCCAH) recognizes that there are young segments of our community who are creating art and contributing to the vitality of our city. This program is devoted to identifying and assisting these young artists. Grants will support individuals in the following areas: crafts, dance, literature, poetry, media, music, interdisciplinary, performance art, theater and visual arts. Eligible projects include support for innovative art projects and community service art projects that aim to provide access and positive alternatives for youth and seniors.
Artist Fellowship Program
Available to Individuals
Deadline: Wednesday, July 14, 2010
The Artist Fellowship Program offers grants to individuals in a broad range of artistic endeavors. Individual Fellowships support individual artists who make significant contributions to the arts and who promote the arts in the District of Columbia through artistic excellence. Fellowship artistic disciplines rotate on a biannual basis.
East of the River Program
Available to Organizations
Deadline: Monday, August 2, 2010
The East of the River Program (EOR) focuses on arts activities east of the Anacostia River. The program strengthens organizational structures, develops audiences, and increases arts presentations east of the river. To be eligible, an organization's operating facility must be east of the Anacostia River (Wards 7 and 8) in the District of Columbia. The organization also must have federal (IRS) and District tax-exempt status by the application date, and a representative must attend one of the required workshops.
Grants-in-Aid to Organizations
Available to Organizations
Deadline: Wednesday, July 28, 2010
The Grants-in-Aid to Organizations Program offers general operating support to arts organizations in the District of Columbia. This program offers organizations financial assistance to help meet costs related to regular programming activities and administration. All organizations applying must have their 501(c)(3) nonprofit status and DC tax-exempt certification at least one year prior to the application date.
National Dance Day
Saturday, July 31
As part of SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE’S commitment to support dance education and physical fitness in communities throughout the United States, NATIONAL DANCE DAY will include a variety of dance themed activities for people of all ages. It will empower, challenge and inspire everyone to try various styles of dance ranging from hip-hop to ballroom to anything that moves. Above all, the goal is to encourage everyone to DANCE as a means to stay fit and be healthy!
If you are interested in participating in National Dance Day, we encourage you and your students to log on to www.fox.com/dance and submit your plans, and you may be contacted by the producers and mentioned in an episode of SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE. We want to hear your plans for National Dance Day. Will you be organizing the longest conga line? Putting together a flash mob of dancers in your hometown? Local press will be covering this event!
SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE choreographers Napoleon and Tabitha have created a fun hip-hop routine which could be viewed at:
http://www.youtube.com/user/dizzyfeetfoundation. It could be a neat routine for your students to learn and get together with friends on NATIONAL DANCE DAY and perform it for other friends and family!
AVAdance/ImproVolutions Seeking Performers for 2010 Season
April 14 and 16
Seeking creative/ innovative movers , improvisational dancers ,musicians, theatre and circus artists for upcoming projects. Spring season includes On Site Improvisational performances during Dance Is The Answer, choreographic showcases and MORE. Involvement with Spiritual practice, mind body studies or transformational modalities of value but not essential. Contact- Community- Creativity- Connection-Collaboration
Contact Michelle Ava at AVAdance1@aol.com or 301-704-2935 for audition times and locations.
Administrative Manager
Deadline: August 15
Description
Administrative Manager: Full/Part Time
Hours: 30-40 hours a week
Salary: TBA
Open Circle and Story Tapestries are looking one employee who is willing to split their time between two theatre companies. This position will require the employee to work from home and at times in the offices of the said theatre companies in Rockville and Germantown, MD.
The Administrative Manager is responsible for coordinating the various components needed to initiate, market, run and conclude major and minor activities for Story Tapestries and Open Circle Theatre.
Duties Include:
For Story Tapestries
Representing the company at booking conferences, showcases and events
Making cold calls and sending out press packets to organizations hoping to book the company
Writing marketing material and program descriptions designed to encourage others to book the
company
Strategizing, Planning and Marketing the company in new and creative avenues
Managing and building the organization's database of clients and potential funders
Fielding telephone calls, word processing, filing, faxing and preparing invoices/contracts.
Arranging and scheduling all bookings, meetings, and travel itinerary
Drafting weekly status reports and maintaining the calendar
For Open Circle Theatre
A liaison between the Development Director and the Artistic Director
Conducting donor prospect research and maintaining grants calendar
Making initial inquiries to grant-makers and corporate sponsors
Drafting grant narratives and compiling grant proposal and report materials
E-newsletter distribution
Database management
Creation and distribution of publicity materials
Other Administrative support as requested
Skill and Requirements:
Strong organizational skills
Strong computer skills including Internet research abilities
Requires excellent communication skills
Experience writing marketing material
Previous work in the Arts, education preferred
Previous arts administration experience
To Apply:
Apply with cover letter indicating job title, current resume, a writing sample and a list of three pertinent references to administrator@ariannaross.
State of the Arts - City Paper Fall Arts Guide
Deadlines:
Listings: August 25
Ad Space Reservation: September 8
Camera Ready Ads: September 9
Issue Date: September 17
Submit your Fall performances to Washington CityPaper for an advanced look at the entire season including listings for dance, theater, film, museums and galleries.
Contact the display advertising department at 202-332-2100
www.washingtoncitypaper.com
Contradiction Dance is seeking a new Development Intern!
Deadline: July 31
Description
Contradiction Dance is seeking a new Development Intern! Duties will include, but are not limited to:
• Management of ongoing fundraising campaigns for individual donors
• General support of our development team
• Some previous development experience is a plus, but not a requirement
This internship requires 5-10 hours in the office per week from August 2010-December 2010, with flexible scheduling possible. Although this is an unpaid internship, the intern will be eligible for unlimited free dance classes at Contradiction Dance for the length of their contract. Please email a cover letter and résumé to contradictiondance@gmail.com to schedule an interview.
Office Manager/Client Assistant
Callahan Consulting for the Arts has available a half-time position to support our national client base of foundations, arts service organizations, and small- to mid-sized arts ensembles and presenters.
At least half of the position involves client-related duties:
• Proofreading and organization of reports, brochures, and other materials.
• Administration and evaluation for a national arts funding program that the firm runs.
• Research and analysis of arts-related issues, including the impact of arts funding programs.
• Drafting written materials related to fundraising and strategic planning for clients.
The other half is allocated to office management:
• Logistics: meeting arrangements, travel, vendors, supplies, and general maintenance.
• Bookkeeping and client billing.
• Information management and marketing: maintaining databases and managing mailings to clients.
• General communication with clients and the arts field.
Qualifications:
• At least two years of administrative experience (part or full time) in the arts or another field.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, as evidenced in part by writing sample(s).
• A high degree of attention to detail in all communication, particularly written documents.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to juggle multiple tasks.
• Intermediate to advanced skills in MS-Word; touch typing of at least 35 wpm; and some skills in other software, such as Access or Filemaker Pro.
• Ability to work 15-20 hours per week during the daytime and more during busy times.
• Prior knowledge of MS Excel, Quicken and/or Access a plus.
• Interest and/or experience in the arts field highly desirable.
Candidate would gain understanding of trends in the national arts field; arts philanthropy and fundraising; some skills in evaluation and nonprofit management; and small business administration. Ideal for a graduate student or artist. Flexible hours.
Pay: $15 per hour, starting, DOE and skill level.
Start date: September, 2010.
To apply: Send resume, cover letter that addresses the above requirements, names of three references and one writing sample (of any length and format, on any subject) to Suzanne Callahan at Callahan@ForTheArts.org.
Callahan Consulting for the Arts helps arts organizations and funders realize their vision through a range of services including strategic planning, fundraising, evaluation and philanthropic counsel. Downtown office is on the red, blue and orange metro lines. For more information visit www.ForTheArts.org.
ART(202) Television - Call for Video Content!
The DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities is presenting a new 1 hour television show called Art(202). Submit video content about DC's art scene! Features can include info-mercials about your arts organization, artistic interpretations of your work, documentaries, animations, music videos, slides of your visual art.
• Videos submitted can only be content related to or shot in Washington, DC.
• Art(202) will air on Friday nights at 9:00 and Saturday nights at 11:00 on the Mayor's Network, Channel 16.
Submit the following:
o :30 - 5 minute videos
o One data DVD with either a quick time or .mov; and One regular DVD.
o Please provide an online link for screening purposes, if available
o Producer/Organization name, email, phone number, address, wesbite
o Video release form with your submission - Available at http://www.dcarts.dc.gov
Mail submissions to: DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities, Attn: Art202 Don Napoleon, 1371 Harvard St. NW, Washington D.C. 20009
Questions: Art(202) Programming Producer, Don Napoleon at 240 605 6537 or don@gearshift.tv
ImproVolutions/AVAdance Auditions
Deadline October 25
ImproVolutions /DC, directed by Michelle Ava, is a multi-generational Improvisationally based Movement Theatre Collaborative inspired by the the 1970's well known experimental ensemble
Free Association.
We are seeking creative, collabortively and spiritually minded performers from a variety of disciplines to join our core comapny as well as " pick -up" companies. Musicians, theatre and circus arts trained artists are welcomed. Members are encouraged to participate in a weekly " art of Improv" class to enhance improvisaiton skills, technnique and interactive modalites.
Lecture demos ,educational programs , on site/ environmental presentations as well as "ImproVographic" staged pieces are included in our form or play/work
ImproVolutions is a project of AVAdance and arts partner with Joy of Motion Dance Center.
Stipend for some 2010-2011 performances and events available.
Contact: email letter of interest and resume to Michelle Ava @ AVAdance1@aol.com www.AVAdance.com
Radford University Division of Dance Position Announcement
Deadline: ongoing
Radford University
College of Visual and Performing Arts
School of Dance and Theatre
Position: Dance Faculty: Rank: Instructor - Full Time Temporary.
Available August 2010.
Qualifications: Terminal Degree in Dance with Undergraduate teaching experience or
Bachelors Degree in Dance with professional experience and a
minimum three years of Undergraduate teaching experience; strong
writing and assessment skills desired.
Responsibilities: Applicants must be competent to teach advanced levels of Modern
and Jazz technique, two other areas of dance technique that could
include Theatre Dance or a World Dance form. Teaching
responsibilities will also include some dance theory, possibly Dance
History and Dance Production. Will choreograph for main stage
productions, supervise student choreography projects, advise majors,
serve on School, College, and University Committees.
Program: Four year undergraduate program with approximately 70 majors,
housed in the College of Visual and Performing Arts. Students pursue
a Bachelor of Arts Degree, a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree with emphasis in
Classical or Contemporary Dance, and a Bachelor of Science degree in
Education.
Institution: Radford University is a comprehensive, coeducational state institution
of approximately 8,800 students nestled in the New River Valley of the
Blue Ridge Mountains.
Application: Send letter of application with teaching philosophy; CV; DVD of
original work; names, addresses and phone numbers of three
professional references electronically to danah bella, Chair, Search
Committee: dvbella@radford.edu
Deadline: Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Dakshina/Daniel Phoenix Singh Dance Company
Deadline: ongoing
Dakshina/Daniel Phoenix Singh Dance Company is currently recruiting strong male dancers with a solid background in modern dance and/or ballet and release technique for its 2010-2011 season.
Dancers must work well in a group, and be interested and willing to study other techniques such as Bharata Natyam and Social Dance forms. Experience in other dance forms and in interest in collaborative and experimental work is a definite plus. Rehearsals are from 7:00 to 10:00 pm Mondays and Wednesdays in Silver Spring, Maryland and dancers must be able to commit to at least one year to be considered for the positions. All performances and travel expenses are paid, and dancers receive a rehearsal stipend. The company has several local, national and international performance opportunities in the upcoming months. We have a full season planned with several performances in the Fall and Spring of next year.
The company collaborates with several theater and dance companies in the area for dynamic projects throughout each season. Dakshina received the Dance Metro DC Founder's Award for Innovation in 2007, and Emerging Group and Excellence in Costume in 2008. We are a fun, vibrant, and exciting group to dance with, and use a collaborative work approach--Email us today to get started!
Auditions will be held on a rolling basis till all positions are filled. Please email your resume, head shot and dance pictures and availability to info@dakshina.org.
Graphic Designer Intern for AVAdance / ImporVolutions DC
Deadline: August 20
Summer/ Fall 2010- Graphic Designer intern needed for developing logo, web design upgrade, archive organiziation,creating flyers and brochures.
Trade for Classes at Joy of Motion Dance Center, AVA workshops plus stipend for certain projects.
Contact:Send resume/ letter of intent to director Michelle Ava@ AVAdance1@aol.com
www.AVAdance.com
Intern for AVAdance/ImproVolutions DC Summer Position starting May
Summer Intern: AVAdance /ImproVolutions DC seeking p/t assistant in exchange for classes at JOM starting in May 2010.
Responsibilities include composing/ formatting email announcements (Constant Contact), data base upkeep, social networking development, graphic design and possibility web site management
Flexible schedule and some stipend for special projects and transportation.
Are you..technically proficient ,reliable, good communicator, enjoy people and the arts,
creatve and detailed? Interested?
Contact Michelle Ava at 301-704-2935 or AVAdance1@aol.com. Or visit www.AVAdance.com
Faculty position Pre Ballet teacher for ages 4-7
Deadline: July 30
American Dance Institute is seeking a part time instructor for children ages 4-7 for the Fall 2010-2011 term. Applicants should submit a resume via e mail to: pbjerknes@americandance.org or by mail to:
American Dance Institute
attn: P. Bjerknes
1570 E. Jefferson St.
Rockville MD 20852
Left/Right television production company
Deadline: ongoing
Left/Right, an award-winning television production company based in New York City is developing an exciting new documentary series about cheer/dance teams and/or companies. The series will highlight the challenges and rewards of the sport, as well as what happens outside the gymnasium, including school, work, and social life.
They are very interested in hearing from anyone that might have interest in the project. They are looking for compelling stories from teenagers and young adults cheering at the high school or college level, and also interested in hearing from coaches, families, friends, and school administrators.
Left/Right is a nonfiction television production company that specializes in telling real stories about extraordinary people. Our recent series run the gamut from the Emmy-winning Showtime documentary series This American Life to VH1’s formidable competition show I Want to Work for Diddy, to the dramatic new HGTV home makeover series, Battle on the Block.
If interested, please contact Becky Hayes:
Left/Right, Inc.
917.771.8928—cell
212.695.1625—fax
212.695.2092 x349—office
http://www.leftright.tv/
Belly Dance Instructor
Dance Dimensions in Forestville, MD is seeking a belly dance instructor for its fall semester. If interested, please contact DaKiya Lambert at DaKiyaDances@yahoo.com or at 301-420-1567. For more information on Dance Dimensions, visit us on the web at www.Dimensions-Inc.com
MYB Studio Company
August 15 at 2pm
Maryland Youth Ballet
926 Ellsworth Drive
Silver Spring, MD 20910
MYB’s new Studio Company will be a select group of talented ballet dancers chosen by audition or invitation. Dancers will learn and perform both classical repertoire and original choreography.
Company members are required to enroll in MYB’s Professional Division for classes. Dancers will be paid for all Studio Company performances. The season runs from Sept 2010 to June 2011.
The Studio Company will be under the direction of Christopher Doyle: Choreographer and former member of The Washington Ballet, Pacific Northwest Ballet and Milwaukee Ballet.
For advanced dancers ages 15 to 20 years.
Audition Fee: $20
Please bring a headshot.
For more information, please call 301-608-2232
Executive Awards for Excellence in the Arts and Humanities
Deadline: August 6
Each year, Montgomery County Executive Isiah “Ike” Leggett pays tribute to individuals and organizations that have made a difference in the lives of the County’s residents through their efforts in the arts and humanities. The County Executive's Awards for Excellence in the Arts and Humanities are the most prestigious honors conferred by the County on individual artists, organizations and patrons of the arts and humanities. The public is invited to nominate a person or group to receive an award.
To nominate, visit http://www.creativemoco.com/sites/default/myfiles/Events/Awards/2010AwardsNominationForm.pdf
Maryland State Arts Council Individual Artist Awards
Deadline for Submission: August 4
The Maryland State Arts Council (MSAC) Individual Artist Awards (IAA) are grants awarded to Maryland artists through an anonymous, competitive process to encourage and sustain their pursuit of artistic excellence. The categories that will be considered this year are:
Dance: Choreography
Dance: Solo Performance
Classical Music: Composition
Classical Music: Solo Performance
Poetry
Visual Arts: Sculpture
World Music: Composition
World Music: Solo Performance
The process is administered by the Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation (MAAF). Artists are required to apply for these grants through the CueRate online application system. MSAC and MAAF will offer CueRate/Digital Image workshops and webinars for prospective IAA applicants.
Executive Director DanceUSA
Deadline: August 15, 2010
The position is available January 1, 2011
Dance/USA seeks a visionary energetic communicator and manager as Executive Director to lead it in its next decade of development. The Executive Director reports to the Board of Trustees and is charged with setting strategic direction in conjunction with the Trustees and implementing the organization’s vision with complete authority and oversight responsibility for operations. The successful candidate will combine passion, vision, leadership, and communication skills to represent the broad and diverse constituencies that Dance/USA serves and engaging them in building consensus in this transformational time.
This is a unique opportunity for the arts leader who is interested in actively engaging with the entire dance ecology in directing industry efforts and communication in this volatile and exciting transition period. As the previous strategic plan draws to a close, the Executive Director will have the opportunity to develop and set strategic direction for the organization, advocating, communicating, team-building, and engaging with the entire arts community, here and abroad at the highest levels. The Board of Trustees considers the next decade a critical one for the organization and the industry and seeks, therefore, that special candidate who is articulate, creative, attentive, and a team-player to further continue building the leadership role Dance/USA has created for itself in the dance world.
With responsibility for all planning and operations of the organization, including satellite branches, the Executive Director is the main “face” of the organization to its members and the “face” of the industry to outsiders. As such, this skilled and tactful leader must be comfortable relating to single artists, large institutional organizations, world leaders, arts presenters, artist agents, and others, in advancing and advocating for the interests of the entire professional dance field. In a period of fundamental realignment and redefinition of our arts organizations and how they function, the Executive Director occupies a unique position that can make a critical difference to all those working in the field.
Dance/USA was founded over 28 years ago and represents more than 300 organizations and 130 individuals. The office is located in Washington, D.C., and has an annual budget of approximately $1.75-$2 million, including its three branches, which are located in New York City, Philadelphia, and Washington. The organization currently employs 11 full-time staff and 8 part-time staff, with additional people engaged on a per project basis.
Candidates should have had extensive contact with and understanding of the dance field, the arts in America and internationally, and significant fundraising and administrative experience. They must be comfortable speaking publicly and have the highest and most articulate writing skills. All candidates should demonstrate an unwavering commitment to the arts and have a well-grounded understanding and comfort with technology and its development. The ideal candidate will be a skilled advocate and effective team-builder, able to seamlessly maneuver in multiple spheres of activity.
The Search Committee is soliciting nominations, expressions of interest, and applications, which should include a letter outlining the candidate’s interest in the position, relevant background and experience, a statement of broad vision and/or direction for the field in the future, and a curriculum vitae or resume. Completed applications must be received prior to August 15, 2010.
View the full job description at http://www.danceusa.org/jobsatdanceusa
Application Instructions:
All materials will be treated with the strictest confidence. Please send nominations and applications via email (attachments preferred) to edsearchdanceusa@gmail.com. Inquiries and questions regarding this search, which will be kept confidential, should be directed to James Abruzzo, Managing Director, DHR International. 973-792-1710 ext. 11.
The DC Commission on the Arts & Humanities Performing Artist Roster Program
Deadline: Wednesday, August 18, 2010
Available to individuals and organizations
The Performing Artist Roster Program (PAR) will increase booking and management opportunities for District of Columbia performing artists by Maryland presenters through their inclusion on the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities’ touring artist roster. Selected artists will be eligible for all roster benefits for three years.
The goals of the program are to promote the artistic excellence and development of District of Columbia performing artists by enhancing their marketability and touring capacity through successful touring engagements beyond their home state, conduct professional development workshops and create DCCAH roster campaign promotions. The Performing Artist Roster program is not a monetary grant.
For more information, please visit http://dcarts.dc.gov/DC/DCARTS/Grants/Apply+for+Grants/Apply+for+Grants
Contradiction Dance is seeking a new Marketing Intern!
Deadline: July 31
Description
Contradiction Dance is seeking a new Marketing Intern! Duties will include, but are not limited to:
• Creating various forms of print media
• Posting flyers in local and relevant areas and businesses
• Posting information and media on the internet (including social sites such as Facebook and Twitter)
• Some previous design experience is a must
This internship requires 5 hours in the office per week from August 2010-December 2010, with flexible scheduling possible. Although this is an unpaid internship, the intern will be eligible for unlimited free dance classes at Contradiction Dance for the length of their contract. Please email a cover letter and résumé to contradictiondance@gmail.com to schedule an interview.
Artist Housing @ Loree Grand
Artist Housing @ Loree Grand. Cultural Development Corporation is currently accepting applications for live/work apartments at Loree Grand – 250 K Street NE, Washington. Many 1- bedroom units available, with limited studio and 2-bedroom units. All apartments feature stainless steel appliances, individual washer and dryer and individual heating and cooling. The building also features a rooftop garden, private courtyard, community room and fitness center. Applications, rent schedule, FAQ, virtual tours and more can be found at www.culturaldc.org. Units will be leased on a first come, first serve basis to applicants that meet the artistic and financial eligibility.
National Endowment for the Arts Access to Artistic Excellence
Deadline: August 12, 2010
Offers funding to foster and preserve excellence in the arts, as well as provide access to the arts and arts appreciation for children, youth, and intergenerational education projects. Applications may be submitted in the following categories: Artist Communities, Dance, Design, Folk & Traditional Arts, Literature, Local Arts Agencies, Media Arts, Museums, Music, Musical Theater, Opera, Presenting, Theater, and Visual Arts.
Funding range is from $5,000-$150,000.
For more information, contact: National Endowment for the Arts, Nancy Hanks Center, 1100 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Washington, D.C. 20506-0001; or check website: www.nea.gov.
Patron Technology's Newest Product PatronManager CRM
August 3, from 9:30am to 11am
Cultural Alliance of Greater Washington
923 F Street NW, Washington, DC
Join Gene Carr president of Patron Technology for a demonstration of their latest product, PatronManager. PatronManager aims to revolutionize the way you manage your organization by putting all of your operations and data in a single web-based system. From day to day correspondence to ticketing, donations, and email marketing, it tracks all of these components, and provides you with a complete history of each and every relationship you have with your members, donors and audience. It's been developed in partnership with SalesForce.com, a $1.1 billion Silicon Valley technology company and leader in corporate CRM technology. PatronManager is designed for small and mid-size arts & cultural organizations who are looking for an alternative to their present system and seeking a system that is built for the needs of arts organizations that offer a wide-variety of programming.
This session is free, but seating is limited so please reserve your space by e-mail staff@cultural-alliance.org Includeyour contact info (name, organization, position, phone)
For more details on PatronManager CRM, go to: http://www.patrontechnology.com/patronmanager
Hip Hop Instructor Needed
Deadline: August 21, 2010
Making Moves Dance Collective, the hottest new dance studio in P.G. County, Maryland, is looking for a Hip Hop Instructor. This is a dream job for someone looking to work with male and female raw talent. Our "Mob Squad" Hip Hop class consists of approximately 9 young men and 10 young women ages 13-adult. There may also be an opportunity to instruct our "J-Mob" Hip Hop class which is comprised of boys and girls ages 5-12.
Interested parties should contact studio owner Kellie Sellers-Crisp via email at Kellie@makingmovesdc.com or cell phone 240-602-0296.
Auditions for Maryland Institute for Dance
Deadline: August 14
Maryland Institute for Dance is currently seeking dancers for their upcoming showcase/open house for the launch of MID in late August. You must have your own choreography. If interested, please email essence@mdfordance.org to set up an audition time.
The Maryland Institute for Dance is a non-profit dance school located in Prince George’s County, Maryland that focuses on the education and development of well-rounded and accomplished dance instructors and choreographers. The school also supports the performance goals of promising dancers by providing scholarships to private high schools, colleges and universities.
Director of Educational Programming (20-25 hours a week)
Deadline: Ongoing
Pentacle (DanceWorks, Inc.) is seeking a passionate, organized leader to manage, support and develop its Educational Programming, including maintaining and growing income through individual giving and events.
Pentacle has served as a model for non-profit arts administration for over thirty years. We provide some of the country’s most exciting artists with essential administrative services and serve the broader performing arts community with innovative projects of local and national impact. Educational Programming is focused on inspiring and training the next generation to pursue careers in the arts with a focus on administration and production.
The Director of Educational Programming is responsible for the following programs: Behind the Scenes in-school residency programs, Cultivating Leadership in Dance internship program for small dance companies, Professional Development program for dance teachers, and Dancing Through College and Beyond conference for high school students, teachers, and parents.
Responsibilities:
Develop short and long-term goals and objectives for programs
Create and manage program budget
Manage teaching staff and consultants
Facilitate planning and professional development meetings
Develop partnerships with schools and educational institutions
Manage and develop Educational Programming Advisory Board
Establish and maintain donor relationships
Organize fundraising/cultivation events throughout year as needed
Ideal candidate will have:
Background in performing arts administration and education
Direct experience or interest in fundraising, including cultivating individual donors, special events, and working with boards
Works well independently and be a self starter
Excellent writing skills
Skilled at relationship building
Be comfortable in the public school system
Knowledge of, or experience in, youth development, arts education, teaching, and curriculum development a plus
Knowledge of, or experience in, producing performances and/or events a plus
Interested individuals should send a resume and cover letter to Director of Educational Programming, Eveline Chang at education@pentacle.org