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We are excited to announce a new strand to our Artist Support Programmes, the dx Mentoring Initiative This is an exciting opportunity for up to 3 artists to be involved in a new mentoring programme with acclaimed choreographer Gary Clarke. Selected artists will benefit from five x 1 hour sessions tailored specifically to their own practice and work. The […]
£500 fee & 5 x one hour mentoring sessions
23rd April 2021
April 6, 2021
DanceXchange is inviting submissions of innovative Screendance films to be presented as part of the renowned Birmingham International Dance Festival’s first digital iteration for 2021 – BIDF TV. Produced by DanceXchange, Birmingham International Dance Festival (BIDF) is the largest dance festival in the UK, taking over Birmingham’s theatres, galleries and multiple outdoor spaces, with the […]
£150
5th May 2021
March 22, 2021
Stomping Ground is inviting proposals for bold and original ideas for dance works made for outdoor spaces. Stomping Ground is a commissioning group comprised of The Place, FESTIVAL.ORG, DanceXchange and Tramway. Stomping Ground Commission Call Out 2021 – Text To Speech: Listen to the contents of this webpage below: Coloured background version of this call out: HERE Large print […]
£20k
30th April 2021
March 20, 2021
Birmingham International Dance Festival (BIDF) and its producers DanceXchange (dx), are inviting submissions of existing Screendance films, up to 15 mins in length, to be part of the first all-digital festival BIDF TV, taking place in June 2021. This opportunity is part of Midlands Made and is open to creatives based anywhere in the UK, however […]
£150 honorarium
30th April 2021
March 14, 2021
Birmingham International Dance Festival (BIDF) and its producers DanceXchange (dx), are seeking proposals from dance artists who are interested in making a Screendance film, up to 15 mins in length, inspired by the Midlands region. Two concepts will be selected and the finished films will premiere as part of the opening weekend of our first all digital […]
£5000 commission
March 14, 2021
Birmingham International Dance Festival (BIDF) and its producers DanceXchange (dx), are excited to offer 5x Minute Screendance Shorts commissions, up to 1 mins in length, to be part of the first all-digital festival BIDF TV, taking place in June 2021. This opportunity is part of Midlands Made and we are seeking proposals from Midlands-based, early career […]
£1000 commission
February 19, 2021
DanceXchange (dx), the West Midlands Dance Development Leaders Group (DDLG) and Arts Connect, are looking for Lead Digital Artist and an Associate Digital Artist to join Beyond Borders 2021, an exciting region-wide youth participation project. Working in collaboration with the Beyond Borders core creative and production team, the Lead Digital Artists will lead the devising, filming and editing an innovative linked series […]
£5,000 Lead Digital Artist / £3,800 Associate Digital Artist
February 17, 2021
We are looking for a proactive and highly organised freelance Outreach Project Co-ordinator to support our Centre for Advanced Training (CAT) outreach team. The Project Co-ordinator will be responsible for organising, co-ordinating and administrating the student outreach and recruitment campaign for our Yuva Gati South Asian Dance programme, along with external relationship building. The focus […]
£5,500
February 9, 2021
DanceXchange (dx), the West Midlands Dance Development Leaders Group (DDLG) and Arts Connect, are looking for 12 Dance Artists to participate in Beyond Borders 2021, an exciting region-wide youth participation project. The Dance Artist role will involve leading a creative process with young people, collaborating with different styles and approaches and working closely with an Aspiring Young Dance Artist to support their personal development. If you are […]
11 days x £200
February 9, 2021
DanceXchange (dx), the West Midlands Dance Development Leaders Group (DDLG) and Arts Connect, are looking for a dynamic and passionate Creative Producer. The role will involve managing the creative and operational process of Beyond Borders 2021, an exciting region-wide youth participation project. The Creative Producer role will be responsible for ensuring that inclusive and integrated creative practice is at the heart of all aspects of the creative research, development and learning processes. If you […]
37.5 days x £200 per day
February 9, 2021
DanceXchange (dx), the West Midlands Dance Development Leaders Group (DDLG) and Arts Connect, are looking for 12 Aspiring Dance Leaders to participate in Beyond Borders 2021, an exciting region-wide youth participation project. This unique paid role for 16-25 year olds is a fantastic opportunity to work with a professional artistic team, make a genuine contribution, and gain real hands-on experience in an ambitious dance and digital project. We welcome applications from young people of all backgrounds […]
11 days x £100 per day
February 9, 2021
DanceXchange (dx), the West Midlands Dance Development Leaders Group (DDLG) and Arts Connect, are looking for an inspiring and visionary Artistic Facilitator/Director. The role will involve developing a creative vision for Beyond Borders 2021, an exciting region-wide youth participation project, with responsibility for directing and facilitating the creative process. If you are a credible Artistic Facilitator/Director, with a proven track record in creating high quality work in the arts and cultural […]
22 days x £300 per day
December 17, 2020
In light of the current Government guidance and heightened risks in relation to Covid-19 will continue to keep the situation under review over the coming weeks and will keep you informed of any further developments in regards to rehearsal space. We understand that this will be disappointing news, however, the health and wellbeing of the […]
October 2, 2020
Gallery 37 North / Dance Commissioning Opportunity ‘ROAMING’ DanceXchange (DX) and PUNCH are excited to offer a co-commission together for the first time, as part of the Gallery37 North initiative in North-West Birmingham and the renowned Birmingham International Dance Festival (BIDF). Strand One / As part of our joint commitment to celebrating difference in all […]
17k & 3k
October 1, 2020
We are seeking to recruit a number of freelance Dance Practitioners to help deliver and grow our successful Schools’ Programme and nurture long-term relationships with our partner schools. The dx Schools’ Programme is an integral part of our outreach strategy, aiming to extend our engagement with children and young people in diverse communities across the […]
£150 per day
September 25, 2020
DHB STUDIO SPACE CALL-OUT 2020
July 7, 2020
DanceXchange is looking to appoint a web developer to refresh our current website in the following areas: Homepage site navigation two subsites for Birmingham International Dance Festival (BIDF) and Birmingham Pro Class, to be created using an already existing site which we manage. Our main aim is to create a clearer and more effective navigation […]
£7.2k fee
March 13, 2020
DanceXchange is looking for seven female-identifying dance artists to deliver an exciting collaborative project, City Horses – Birmingham, led by Byström Källblad as part of Birmingham International Dance Festival 2020 (BIDF 2020). The project will be performed in Birmingham City Centre on Saturday 13 and Sunday 14 June 2020, as part of the BIDF 2020 […]
February 28, 2020
DanceXchange is looking for two dance artists to deliver an exciting collaborative project, Human In Balance – Birmingham, led by Don Gnu of Denmark as part of Birmingham International Dance Festival 2020. The project will be performed in Centenary Square on Saturday 13 and Sunday 14 June 2020, a part of BIDF’s Showcasing event 2020, […]
January 27, 2020
Birmingham International Dance Festival (BIDF), one of Europe’s largest dance festivals has created an exciting Production Internship. BIDF will take over Birmingham’s theatres and public spaces for two weeks from 5-21 June 2020, enlivening the city, inspiring audiences, and creating lots of opportunities for people to take part. This paid Internship will provide excellent hands-on learning […]
National Minimum Wage
December 16, 2019
We are looking for an experienced photographer/filmmaker to create a portfolio of promotional class photographs and short dance films of our current dance classes to be used on our website and social media platforms. Dates for filming 20-24 January 2020. Fee: £1000 (fee includes travel & editing) Photography and filming of selected classes will take […]
£1000 fee
December 6, 2019
DanceXchange is building a team of professional Midlands-based artists to deliver a high quality large-scale movement-based participation project, APACHES, led by Saïdo Lehlouh of French Cie Black Sheep, and involving 150 young people from the West Midlands. This will be the headline opening event of the Birmingham International Dance Festival 2020. The Apaches project will […]
October 21, 2019
DanceXchange is seeking a number of people to join our friendly and professional front of house team. Based in the centre of Birmingham, with some of the best dance facilities in the UK, DanceXchange creates exciting opportunities for people of all walks of life to engage in dance, as participants, performers and audience members. We […]
£9.00
October 4, 2019
STOMPING GROUND COMMISSION Stomping Ground, a commissioning group comprised of The Place, Greenwich+Docklands International Festival, DanceEast and DanceXchange, is seeking proposals for a bold and original dance work made for outdoor spaces for presentation in either summer 2020 or 2021. Stomping Ground are interested in supporting compelling ideas that are visually striking and engage across […]
£20,000 commission
October 1, 2019
Saïdo Lehlouh and Johanna Faye, co-directors of the choreographic national center of Rennes and Brittany and Compagnie Black Sheep, are looking for 3 dancers living in Birmingham or the surrounding areas to take part in a research residency in Birmingham as part of FranceDanceUK and Fabrique Birmingham – a collaboration between Birmingham Hippodrome, DanceXchange and […]
£750 per dancer
September 17, 2019
We are seeking a dynamic and passionate Participation Producer to join our Festival team, to help deliver our vision for Birmingham International Dance Festival (BIDF) in 2020. From 5-21 June 2020, BIDF will take over the city’s theatres, streets and squares with show-stopping performances and great choreography, enlivening the city, inspiring audiences, and creating lots […]
30k pro rata
September 17, 2019
We are looking for a motivated and energetic Producer to join our Festival team, to help deliver our vision for Birmingham International Dance Festival (BIDF) in 2020. From 5-21 June 2020, BIDF will take over the city’s theatres, streets and squares with show-stopping performances and great choreography, enlivening the city, inspiring audiences, and creating lots […]
30k pro rata
September 11, 2019
DANCERS/PERFORMERS REQUIRED New York-based visual artist, Jen Liu is seeking 2 female/female-identifying dancers/performers of Northeast or Southeast Asian descent, aged 27-50 years old and 3-4 dancers/performers of any age/identity. This is for a new film which will be shot in Birmingham in December 2019. This short (20 – 25 minute long) art video tries to […]
VARIOUS
June 20, 2019
Dance Hub Birmingham Producer Call Out Dance Hub Birmingham (DHB) is seeking an independent producer to manage and produce a diverse programme of DHB-led call outs, commissions and events, from mid-July to mid-October 2019, paving the way for the opening of the city’s new purpose-built dance studio in September 2019 and amplifying the presence of […]
June 19, 2019
Dance Hub Birmingham (DHB) is seeking proposals for two exciting new call out opportunities, paving the way for the opening of the city’s new purpose-built dance studio in September 2019 and amplifying the presence of dance in the Digbeth Weekender festival in October 2019. Visit News for details. Dance Hub Studio 15 Ideas Call Out DHB […]
May 14, 2019
DanceXchange has created an exciting new marketing apprenticeship opportunity. This paid role will provide excellent hands-on learning and experience of communications and marketing in a busy dance organisation and festival environment. It involves assisting our teams in the digital marketing and promotion of all aspects of DanceXchange’s programme, including Birmingham International Dance Festival 2020, the […]
Apprenticeship National Minimum Wage
March 18, 2019
Join us for an unprecedented celebration of the UK’s dance scene, BBC #DancePassion will include exclusive rehearsals and insights from some of the country’s leading practitioners. BBC #DancePassion is a dance festival organised by BBC Arts in collaboration with One Dance UK, along with leading names and exciting new talent. BBC #DancePassion will run across television, […]
January 31, 2019
DanceXchange is working in partnership with the Living Arts Network, supported by Arts Connect, to deliver a high-quality creative dance and music project across a network of 5 schools, culminating in a celebratory performance event at Town Hall Birmingham. The project aims to develop the skills, creativity and confidence of the students, and to inspire […]
Delivery £200 / Planning £120 PD
January 14, 2019
DanceXchange is seeking people to join our friendly and professional front of house team. Our CAA role is a great way to gain hands-on experience in a busy arts organisation. It involves providing excellent customer service, front of house duties, and administrative support for our classes, projects and performances, providing a welcoming and professional environment […]
£8.75ph
November 16, 2018
DanceXchange is recruiting for a new Accounts Administrator to take a proactive role in the administration of our busy organisation. DanceXchange (dx) is an internationally known Birmingham-based dance agency that presents and produces some of the best UK and international dance; supports artists to create and develop their work; nurtures talented young performers, choreographers and leaders; […]
£20,500 - £21,500 pro rata, depending on experience
September 5, 2018
DanceXchange, in partnership with Sampad South Asian Arts and Heritage, is seeking three passionate and committed Principal Artists, to implement exceptional training and mentoring to the dancers on the Centre for Advanced Training (CAT) programme. We are looking for specialists in Bharatanatyam, Kathak and Contemporary, to work closely with and support our Artistic Associates to […]
Fee: Subject to experience
August 29, 2018
BHARATANATYAM / KATHAK / CONTEMPORARY DanceXchange, in partnership with Sampad South Asian Arts and Heritage, is seeking three dynamic and inspirational Artistic Associates, to help steer the artistic leadership and vision of its Centre for Advanced Training (CAT). We are looking for specialists in Bharatanatyam, Kathak and Contemporary, to lead on the three different strands […]
May 10, 2018
Salary: £23,844 p.a. Contract: Full time, likely days Tues-Sat. Initial 12-month contract which may be extended DanceXchange and Birmingham Hippodrome have created a new shared post of Creative Learning Practitioner – Dance & Musical Theatre, to work with DanceXchange partner schools and Birmingham Hippodrome young companies. The role will involve developing, coordinating and delivering a […]
£23,844
February 14, 2018
Birmingham International Dance Festival is excited to announce Midlands Made as part of its performance programme at Victoria Square in June 2018. With the support of Dance Hub, Midlands Made is a new initiative to showcase innovative, regional work that pushes the boundaries of contemporary choreographic practice. We are looking for 8-15min long performances by […]
Contribution available
February 14, 2018
Birmingham International Dance Festival is excited to offer two commissions for new site sensitive works as part of its performance programme at Victoria Square in June 2018. The commissions will be presented within Midlands Made, a new initiative with the support of Dance Hub to support the development and visibility of innovative, regional work that pushes […]
Budget of £2,000-£4,500
February 5, 2018
Birmingham International Dance Festival (BIDF), one of Europe’s largest dance festivals has created an exciting Production Internship. BIDF will take over Birmingham’s theatres and public spaces for three weeks from 1-24 June 2018, enlivening the city, inspiring audiences, and creating lots of opportunities for people to take part. This paid Internship will provide excellent hands-on […]
National Minimum Wage
February 5, 2018
DanceXchange is looking for a motivated and energetic Project Manager to join our Festival Production team, to help us deliver our vision for Birmingham International Dance Festival (BIDF) in 2018. Birmingham International Dance Festival is an award-winning biennial celebration of dance and one of Europe’s largest dance festivals. It will take over Birmingham’s theatres and […]
£27,000 pro rata or freelance equivalent
December 19, 2017
DanceXchange is looking for an ambitious producer to join the team to produce and lead on areas of programme delivery for International Dance Festival Birmingham (IDFB) in 2018. You will work with the Festival Directors and Production team to help us deliver our vision for IDFB 2018. International Dance Festival Birmingham is award winning and […]
£27,000 pro rata or freelance equivalent
November 13, 2017
DanceXchange is excited to present U.Dance 2018 West Midlands regional platform on Sunday 25 February 2018. The platform will celebrate some of the best regional youth talent in the West Midlands as well as offering the chance to participate in professional dance workshops and perform in a professional setting. Following the regional stage, one youth […]
October 27, 2017
International Dance Festival Birmingham (IDFB) is looking for an agency or individual that can deliver a creative solution and contribute ideas for our festival materials. We require delivery of: A new/refreshed festival logo. This should be rooted in Birmingham as a place and Dance as an artform. We are interested in a graphical treatment of […]
Contract £2000
May 11, 2017
Birmingham’s two largest and most exciting arts festivals, Birmingham Weekender and International Dance Festival Birmingham, have come together to create this unique Communications Internship. This paid role will provide excellent hands-on learning and experience of communications and marketing in a busy festival environment. It involves assisting our teams in promoting our festivals – and includes […]
National Minimum Wage
February 22, 2017
The dx board is seeking a dynamic, ambitious, and strategically focused individual who can lead our internationally-renowned organisation and drive its work forward. Our ideal candidate is a great communicator with a sound knowledge of the cultural sector, wider arts, or creative industries. You will have experience of strategic and artistic planning, together with entrepreneurial flair […]
Competitive Salary
December 5, 2016
This is a new exciting entry level opportunity for a person interested in arts administration and production. In this role, you will provide administrative and logistical support across the dx Production and Touring team. You will support the Executive Producer and Programme Officer in the delivery of regular dx performance programme, International Dance Festival Birmingham […]
£20 - 22k
December 5, 2016
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role within the dx PRODUCTION AND TOURING team supporting the regular dx performance programme, International Dance Festival Birmingham and our Artist Development Programme: Performance & Artist development including working with our Associate and Commissioned Artists. We are looking for a self-motivated and confident individual with strong […]
£23 - 25K
November 14, 2016
DanceXchange is looking for an ambitious producer who can work with us for the next eighteen months to develop produced work for the International Dance Festival Birmingham (IDFB) 2018 and establish an innovative and holistic approach to production and touring – the PATH programme. You will work with the Executive Producer and Artistic Director to help […]
£27-30k per annum
November 11, 2016
DanceXchange is seeking a number of people to be the welcoming and professional face of dx for all our customers in classes and studios and join our team of Customer & Administration Assistants. Based in the centre of Birmingham, with some of the best dance facilities in the UK, DanceXchange creates exciting opportunities for people […]
£8.25 per hour
May 24, 2016
Are you a choreographer or emerging artist/company, looking to tour your work? Then this could be the opportunity for you! Rural Touring Dance Initiative provides aspiring practitioners and professional artists with the possibility for their work to be programmed in non-theatre spaces ie; village halls and rural areas. All you […]
May 19, 2016
NYDC are seeking young dancers from across the country to join their company. DanceXchange are hosting their first Experience Workshop 2016 in Birmingham. Saturday 28 May For more information, please click here To Apply, please click here for the link to the NYDC Application page.
March 10, 2016
If you are passionate and enthusiastic about dance and the arts, enjoy working with a wide range of people and have a “can do” approach, then we’d love to hear from you. There are a wide range of volunteer roles across the festival – all invaluable in making the festival a success. This means there […]
Voluntary
February 26, 2016
DANCE GENERATION OPEN AUDITION: Sunday 24 April // 11:00 – 14:30// DanceXchange If you enjoyed our Open Day for Dance Generation and would love to join our programme then come along to our Open Audition. You will not be asked to prepare anything for audition, just come open minded and be willing to give 100% […]
February 26, 2016
Join us for the Centre For Advanced Dance Training Dance Generation (Contemporary Strand) Open Day. This is an opportunity for you to learn more about the CADT programme and a taster of the training our CADT students receive. This is not an audition but a chance to come along and explore our wonderful CADT programme! […]
February 23, 2016
We are seeking a super efficient, pro-active and enthusiastic Production Manager to work alongside the company; an organised individual who can take the lead and also work collaboratively with us to realise and tour this brand new outdoor performance piece. Commissioned by DanceXchange for International Dance Festival Birmingham 2016 (IDFB 2016), and co-produced by DanceXchange […]
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February 15, 2016
Confident performers required for a unique and exciting performance opportunity! If you are a female aged 18-30 and are a confident, energetic, natural performer with rhythm, movement and stage presence, then this is the opportunity for you. You will get the chance to take part in an audition workshop with Csaba and if selected, five […]
Voluntary
January 12, 2016
Salary: £35,000-£37,000 per annum Location: DanceXchange, Birmingham Hippodrome, Thorp Street, Birmingham B5 4TB Contract: Permanent position, full time (35 hours per week) DanceXchange is at an exciting moment in its history and this role presents an ideal opportunity to be a part of shaping the future – for DanceXchange and for dance in the region. […]
£35,000-£37,000 per annum
January 6, 2016
Fee – £6,000 for 60 days February – May 2016 Appointment to start 1st February or as soon as possible after this Closing date: 6pm Friday 22nd January 2016 To apply, please submit an email or covering letter saying why you’d like this opportunity and a CV outlining previous relevant work to recruitment@dancexchange.org.uk, or by […]
£6,000 for 60 days
January 6, 2016
Salary: National Minimum Wage Contract: 6 months, 30 hours a week DanceXchange is offering a paid internship opportunity for a bright and motivated individual interested in embarking on a career in the arts. Based in the centre of Birmingham, with some of the best dance facilities in the UK, DanceXchange creates exciting opportunities for people […]
National Minimum Wage
January 5, 2016
DanceXchange is excited to offer an Intensive workshop with Michael Clark Company on Saturday 16 January 2016, 10:30 – 5pm in The Patrick Centre. The fee is £35 for the day. Deadline to confirm your application and make your payment: Thursday 7 January 2016. This one-day workshop is aimed at dance artists and 2nd/3rd year vocational […]
November 18, 2015
DanceXchange is offering a paid internship opportunity for a bright and motivated individual interested in embarking on a career in the arts. Based in the centre of Birmingham, with some of the best dance facilities in the UK, DanceXchange creates exciting opportunities for people of all walks of life to engage in dance, as participants, […]
National Minimum Wage