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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Below you will find a list of the most common questions that we receive. If you can’t find the answers to your questions below, please contact us so we can better help you find your answers.

I’m a member of the community. I”m not from a dance background but love dance . Are there opportunities for me to participate in the Festival?

Yes, absolutely. NCDP offers community dance classes throughout the week for and ends the Festival with dynamic concert performances.

I’m not a choreographer. Is this program still for me?

Yes it is! You can apply to be in the Ensemble. The Ensemble is a selective group of advanced dancers who are interested in pursuing careers in dance performance and who would also like to dive into exploring the craft of choreography.

Is this program different than a dance intensive, and what will be the focus?

This is a unique experience and is unlike any other dance intensive programs. We offer a deep-diving focus on teaching emerging professional artists the details and skills needed to be a great performer and a great choreographer. You’ll get a combination of hands-on experiential workshops and classes, performance opportunities and receive high-level mentoring not offered at most other programs.

If I am a choreographer and want to submit work to be considered for the festival, how do I know if I am eligible? If so, when can I do this?

If you are an upper level collegiate (in your junior year and above) through established professional choreographer, you are eligible to be considered. Choreographic fellowship submissions are due by March 1, 2025. Follow this link to learn more about the Choreographic Fellowship program and how to submit your work.

How many choreographers are selected for the Fellowship?

Three choreographers will be selected for the choreography fellowship competition.Fellows will be provided with a cast of 10-12 advanced pre-professional dancers to create a work and then take it to stage over the course of nine days.

What does a typical day look like during the Festival?

We will start the day with company class and choreographic workshops. ; afternoons will rehearsals for your performance piece; and some evenings will include other special activities. Later in the week all performances are held, including performances by the NCDP Festival Ensemble dancers and Zeitgeist Dance Theatre.

Do I get to perform choreography at the festival?

Yes! The selected Ensemble dancers will work with one of three Choreographer Fellows. Fellows will create an 8-12 minute work with their cast over the course of one week. At the end of the week, all three works will premiere on the stage for New Mexico audiences.

How should I prepare for meals during the festival?

Dancers should plan on bringing a healthy lunch and snacks with them during the day. Each room at the hotel has a full kitchen and we provide shuttles to the grocery store for the dancers during their stay. Breakfast is provided at the festival hotel.

Please contact us if you have any questions about New Century Dance Project.