CALL FOR
CHOREOGRAPHERS

​​​Social Movement Contemporary Dance Theater announces the Second Annual Choreographers’ Commission. ​We are seeking choreographers to create a new work premiering at the Dance Hunger Action Festival on September.

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The project provides an opportunity for dance makers to develop and present original work that reflects their unique artistic perspectives. Choreographers will be selected through a panel review process and will create new works in collaboration with SMCDT artists.

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Selected choreographers will receive the following support:

 - $3,000 commissioning award
- Up to 20 hours of rehearsal with SMCDT artists
- Rehearsal space provided by SMCDT
- Premiere presentation at the Dance Hunger Action Festival on September 18, 2026
- Promotional support through SMCDT marketing channels

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Eligibility

 - Texas native and/or Texas resident choreographers (all dance genres and perspectives are    

    welcome)

 - Must 21+

 - 4+ years of choreographic experience​

 

​Submission Materials

 - At least two choreography examples

 - Work samples must be full length works, minimum 7 minutes, presented in their entirety    

    without edits and using the original sound score

 - All work samples must feature a minimum of 6 dancers

 - Staged works are encouraged, however in studio rehearsal footage is acceptable

 - A letter of intent, minimum 400 words, expressing your interest and describing your

    proposed work

 - A resume or curriculum vitae (CV)

 - One reference supporting your work as a choreographer

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*Submission Window

Opens March 15, 2026 at 8:00AM

Closes March 31, 2026 at 12:00AM

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*Notification Date: Selected choreographers will be notified by April 30, 2026

 

Join us! Share your voice, create meaningful change, and make an impact through movement!