Call for Choreographers – Hunger Action Month Dance Festival
Social Movement Contemporary Dance Theater is excited to announce the First Annual Hunger Action Month Dance Festival Choreographers’ Commission Project! We are seeking local, native, and/or resident choreographers from Houston and throughout Texas to participate in this groundbreaking initiative.
This project is designed to provide opportunities for dance makers to develop and present original works that reflect their unique perspectives as Houstonians and/or Texans. Selected choreographers will create premiering work with SMCDT artists to bring their vision to life, culminating in a performance at the festival this September – nationally recognized as Hunger Action Month.
Commission Details
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Commission Amount: $2,500
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Performance Premiere: Hunger Action Month Dance Festival – September 5 & 6, 2025
Eligibility
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Local, native, and/or resident choreographers based in Texas (all dance genres and perspectives are welcome)
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Must 21+
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3+ years of choreographic experience
Submission Requirements
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Video Submission:
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Include at least two choreography excerpts:
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One must be a full-length work (minimum 5 minutes) presented in its entirety without edits, using the original sound/music
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Additional excerpts must be between 4–5 minutes
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At least one excerpt must feature a minimum of 6 dancers
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Staged works are encouraged, however, in-studio rehearsal footage is acceptable
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Excerpts may be combined into one video or submitted as separate clips
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Written Submissions:
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A brief written description for each choreography excerpt
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A letter of intent (minimum 500 words) expressing your interest and describing your proposed work
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Additional Materials:
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A headshot/danceshot for promotional use
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A resume or curriculum vitae (CV)
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Two references supporting your work as a choreographer
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*Submission Window: February 10 – March 22, 2025
*Notification Date: Selected choreographers will be notified by April 19, 2025
Join us! Share your voice, create meaningful change, and make an impact through movement!





