[dance-tech] application form
- From: "Yukihiko YOSHIDA" <yukihiko@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
- To: <dance-tech@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
- Date: Sat, 26 Nov 2005 00:51:27 +0900
Hello from TOKYO,
Today I recieved the following message.
Warmest Regards,
Yukihiko YOSHIDA
Call for applications
MASTERS STUDY IN CHOREOGRAPHY/ NEW MEDIA IN AMSTERDAM
OVERVIEW
Established in 2002, Dance Unlimited (DU) Amsterdam is a unique two-year
masters program* supporting the study of the relationship between
choreography, performance and new media technologies. The program takes the
development of choreographic work as its starting point, and new media
technologies and practices are approached from this perspective. Theoretical
and critical reflection is used as a means to challenge and support the
practical work; and collaboration is emphasized. The DU staff comprises
internationally known artists and researchers: Scott deLahunta, Sher Doruff,
Jeroen Fabius (coordinator), Thomas Lehmen and Susan Rethorst.
CURRICULUM FORMATS
The program makes use of a wide range of curriculum delivery formats
including: lectures, symposia, seminar, workshops, tutorials, reading and
writing, mentoring and networking, studio-based research, etc. Within this a
very active independent attitude is demanded from the student in the
organisation of his or her own line of investigation. This 'independent
study' comprises the main ingredient of the program.
CURRICULUM CONTENT
At the core of the curriculum is exposure to a range of new media
technologies and practices overlapping with intensive choreography
workshops. The aim is to develop sensitivity toward forms arising from the
interplay between technology and choreographic practice. From here, students
develop their own approach to practice based research and the making of
artwork in a variety of formats. Introduction to possible collaborators and
contexts for the presentation of finished artwork form another key part of
the curriculum. In addition, the continuation of professional opportunities
for the student after graduation remains an important concern throughout the
two years with advise in this area provided on an individual basis.
FACILITIES AND TRAINING
DU Amsterdam accepts only four new students every two years, and this means
access to facilities and staff is optimal. The program has its own dedicated
rehearsal and computer studios and access throughout the year to the largest
performance spaces in the Theaterschool. Elsewhere in Amsterdam there are
several venues with which the program has a special relation, in particular
the Melkweg, and students are assisted in showing their work in this wider
public context. The program does not provide sustained training in complex
hardware and software. The student is expected to come with a certain level
of experience with the media they wish to explore and/ or be prepared to
pursue a self-teaching path. As mentioned, students will be advised and
supported in establishing collaborative connections with a range of partner
organizations specializing in aspects of new media technologies and
practices (e.g. such as Waag Society for old and new media, STEIM studio for
electro-instrumental music and various media arts education programs).
FOR 2006-2008
We are looking for artists with a solid educational and professional dance
background who wish to engage in a study of the relationship between
choreography, performance, and new media technologies. However, we recognize
that in areas of arts practice involving new media technologies such as
locative media, robotics, and other non-screen based work an interest in
movement and choreography may have come into play. As we are engaged in such
overlaps, applications can be considered from candidates with these
backgrounds who can give strong reasons for wishing to participate in a
program that takes the choreographic mind/ body as its starting point and
would be prepared to immerse oneself in collaborations with the other
students who will have choreography and dance as their primary artistic
practice.
APPLICATION DATES / INFORMATION
The program is ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS NOW for the September 2006 start. The
application Deadline is 29 January 2006. A selected group will be invited
for the audition in March. More general information about Dance Unlimited
and Registration Forms are available on this website: http://linkme2.net/66.
CONTACT
Questions please contact the secretary: Ellen van Haeringen
email: e.vanhaeringen@xxxxxx / tel: +31 20 527 7648 / fax: +31 20 527 7642
* Currently the program is postgraduate but will be validated as a Masters
from 2007
DU Amsterdam is part of a collaboration providing advanced study in
choreography in the Netherlands with the Rotterdam Dance Academy of Codarts,
University of Professional Arts Education and Artez School of Dance in
Arnhem.
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