Call for Choreography
JTLDC First Choreographers Showcase
March 26, 2011
Deadline: February 18, 2010

Dear Artists,
Thank you for your interest in JTLDC First Choreographers Showcase! We are very excited to be holding our First Choreographers Showcase at the amazing Alvin Ailey Dance Studio located at 405 West 55th Street in New York City. This is a terrific space -- 34' x60' studio 5B. The showcase will be held on March 26, 2011 starting at 8:00PM. Doors open at 7:30PM. We are searching for emerging choreographers who have their own group/company who would like to show their work. The following letter outlines the most important information you should take into consideration when submitting your application. *PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING THOROUGHLY!*

Time Limit

Up to 15 minutes per piece submitted (you must strictly adhere to this maximum)

Works Submitted

Up to four works may be submitted. Separate application form (Pg. 2) per work.

Technical Understanding

1. Since this is a studio showing please understand there is no lighting. This is a raw space. If you would like to rent out the studio you can visit http://www.alvinailey.org/about/space-rental.

2. Music: Each choreographer is allowed two music cues. You will need to e-mail the music and it must be in a MP3 format. NO CD’S.

3. Do you have any props, sets, special needs etc? We must be informed of any objects, small or large, that will be placed on the stage. Hard soled shoes, glass, incendiaries, food, or liquid are not permitted on the Alvin Ailey Studios; ballet/jazz shoes will be permitted.

REGARDING FEES

·  $20.00 application fee per piece submitted. (Non-refundable)

·  $150.00 Cancelation Fee (This check will not be cashed unless you cancel after deciding to be in the showcase. Please understand that this is crucial. Please make sure you can do March 26, 2011. The check will be given back to you the day of the show. If your piece(s) is not selected you have a choice of either, the check will be shredded or mail back to you.)

APPLICATION DEADLINE

February 18, 2011

Questions: please contact Jessie Tomanek at

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JTLDC First Choreographers Showcase - APPLICATION

MAIL TO: Jessie Tomanek

30 Waterside Plaza

Management Office

New York, NY 10010

Check List

1.  Application Form

2.  DVD or youtube link (DVD must only have the pieces you are submitting)

3.  Fee $20.00 per piece (submitted checks should be made out to Jessie Tomanek or pay online at http://www.jtlotusdance.com/JTLD-Choreographers-Showcase.html

4.  Cancelation Fee $150.00 (separate check made out to Jessie Tomanek)

5.  SAE If you would like your material returned

*Please note: Incomplete applications will not be accepted. An application without the signed and dated liability waiver (Page 3) will NOT be considered. Applications without the $20 application fee and the cancelation check will NOT be considered.*

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Name (Person to Contact):

Address: City/State/Zip:

E-mail:

Home phone: Cell phone:

Website:

Name/Company:

Payment Method (Please check off one): Check Online

Cancelation Check Returned Choice (Please check off one): Shred: Mail:

*Note: Check will be mailed to the address you listed above*

PROGRAM INFO:

Title:

Length of piece:

Number of dancers:

Music:

Choreographers Short Bio (No more than 20 words):

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Liability Waiver:

The renter agrees that Alvin Alley Studios and. JT Lotus Dance Company are hereby indemnified and held harmless from and against any and all injury or damage or loss of any theatrical properties or materials owned, rented or brought into Alvin Ailey Studio by the participant or any other persons performing with or assisting the participant. Neither the participant nor any other persons performing with or assisting the participant shall look to the Alvin Ailey Studio or JT Lotus Dance Company for reimbursement in the event that any such loss or damage should occur to these properties or materials while on the premises of Alvin Ailey Studio. Neither the participant nor any other persons performing with or assisting the participant will proceed against the Alvin Ailey Studios, or JT Lotus Dance Company (1) in any attempt to reclaim property value for any such loss or damage, including any such loss or damage due to fire, or (2) with a claim relating to an injury to the person of the participant, any other persons performing with or assisting the participant, or any member of the audience.

The applicant by their signature acknowledges that they have read and understand the above liability waiver and JT Lotus Dance Company and Regulations, and in so signing below, signify their agreement to be bound by those terms.

Applicant Signature

Applicant Name (please print)

Date

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