Dance Ireland

A Unique Opportunity For Choreographer - Ex Tenebris, Dec 07

A choreographer is sought for the forthcoming revival of ex tenebris a theatrically lit, staged concert featuring some of the most beautiful and inspired Christmas compositions from Medieval and Renaissance Ireland, England, Poland, France and Spain, performed by eX, Ireland’s finest early music vocal ensemble.

Exploring the sacred mysteries and mystical meanings behind the Christmas season including the virgin birth, the word made flesh, the new star and the passage from darkness to light, and acknowledging the death of the old year and the highly-anticipated birth of the new, this production draws together music, song, dance and theatre and features spectacular costumes, lighting and projections.

There shall be three short fully choreographed numbers, as well as other, continuous dance elements that shall be juxtaposed and integrated with aspects of the production.

Performance dates are:

7th December, An Táin, Dundalk, Co. Louth

9th December, Glór, Ennis, Co. Clare

This is a unique opportunity for the right choreographer!

To find out more, please contact Eric Fraad at [email protected]; tel: 086 3525648; 01 8454447

MARKETING AND PUBLICITY OFFICER

The International Dance Festival Ireland seeks a highly motivated and experienced Marketing and Publicity Officer to join our dedicated team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for effectively communicating the festival programme to the public and raising the Dublin-based festival’s profile with audiences both potential and current at home and abroad.

The role involves direct communication with the artists being presented within the Festival and managing their marketing needs and expectations within the context of the marketing plan and budget. Additionally this post holder will work towards delivery of all audience targets, both in terms of ticket sales and demographic/geographic development.

The International Dance Festival Ireland delivers one of the finest international dance festivals in Europe whilst promoting the best of contemporary dance and developing its audience in Ireland.

The Festival aims to present the best of international contemporary dance within a festival context; to inspire and excite audiences and artists through excellence and innovation; to increase access to the art form and reflect its diversity through a stimulating range of events; to promote Ireland as an international focal point for artist exchange and collaboration; and to support Irish choreographers through networking and showcase opportunities with international dance presenters.

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information.

Full-time position starts January 7, 2008. Salary commensurate w/ experience.

To Apply: e-mail cover letter and CV to [email protected] by Thursday, November 22, 2008.

Interviews will be held the week beginning Monday, December 3rd 2008.

Children’s Dance Class - Instructor Required

We require a dance teacher to provide children's classes in Ballet and Contemporary. The tutor should have the necessary accreditation to offer those taking class the opportunity to take examinations. The school shall be located in the Tipperary Excel Arts and Cultural Centre.

Activities & Programme

School will run every Saturday for 35 weeks of the year i.e. September to December and January to May.

3 age groups/classes of 6 to 8yr olds; 8 to 10yr olds; 10yrs plus, with a maximum of 30 children per class.

A combination of Ballet and Contemporary Dance over a 1.5hr session for each group to cover:

Dance Styles and Steps
Music & Rhythm
Dance Structure
Coordination Skills
Performance Technique

The course will encourage confidence and self-expression as well as individuality within a structured environment and will be open to all. The teacher should be registered with the Royal Academy of Dance. Students with particular ability will be encouraged to take examinations in ballet at the end of the year but the focus will be on participation rather than examination.

To apply, please forward your CV and cover letter to:

Elisabetta Bisaro

Dance Ireland

DanceHouse

Liberty Corner

Foley St

Dublin 1

[email protected]

Fluxusdance seeks Company Manager

Fluxusdance, an innovative and developing dance company based in the Irish midlands, is seeking a dynamic and experienced company manager to join forces with our artistic director in expanding and developing our company into the future.

The successful candidate will work closely with the artistic director to oversee the smooth running of the company, the management of the company’s programme, day-to-day activities such as project management, finance and administrative tasks as well as assuming responsibility for our touring schedule and the development of national and international links.

The person must have at least 3 years experience of arts management, administration and project management, as well as a possessing a track record in marketing, financial management and fundraising. Some experience of dance is desirable but not essential.

Salary is commensurate with experience, in the region of €30-35k per annum and the position is based in the Riverbank Arts Centre, Newbridge, Co. Kildare.

For further information please contact Cathy at 045 531555 or email us at [email protected]

Interested candidates should submit a CV and letter of application to:

Cathy O’Kennedy

Fluxusdance

Riverbank Arts Centre

Main St

Newbridge

Co. Kildare

Closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 9th November 2007 at 5pm

DANCE THEATRE OF IRELAND

Based in the purpose-built Centre for Dance @ Dun Laoghaire

seek

Tour & Productions Coordinator

This is a dynamic & key position with Dance Theatre of Ireland, diverse and creative, requiring a variety of skills, promoting, organizing, developing & marketing the company’s Tours & performances.

It includes the coordination & development of publicity and marketing materials (in print and on the web)--including press packets, emailers & DVD video excerpts -- & the management and administration of tour logistics & contracts.

Experience in Arts Production, publicity and/or theatre or events management desirable. Must be keyboard /IT proficient with excellent organizational, business, communication skills.

Essential is a knowledge of Photoshop and Publisher (or other graphics packages) and of MS Office Pro2003. i.e. EXCEL & WORD

We are looking for a enthusiastic, talented and positive person, with project management & multi-tasking skills, an artistic eye for detail, plus an appreciation of dance theatre. Minimum 4 years relevant experience.

Dance Theatre of Ireland is located at a purpose built Centre for Dance at Bloomfields in Dun Laoghaire, near the harbor and DART. Send C.V. to: [email protected]

The Artistic Directors

Dance Theatre of Ireland,

Bloomfields, Lower Georges St. ,

Dun Laoghaire, Co. Dublin, Ireland.

FAX: 00353 1 280 3466; Phone: 00353 1 280 3455;

Further Information: www.dancetheatreireland.com

Vacancy - General Manager / Producer, Dance Theatre of Ireland

Dance Theatre of Ireland seeks a general manager/producer who will be responsible for the overall management of the company’s productions and tours, educational initiatives and studio facilities. The role shall be based in DTI’s Centre for Dance, Dun Laoghaire. S/he will be instrumental in producing an ambitious 3-year programme of international co-productions, performances and touring, bringing productions to Belgium, Paris, Korea and US.

For further information and application pack, please send CV to the artistic directors @ [email protected]

Dance Theatre of Ireland

Bloomfields Centre

South Great George’s Street

Dun Laoghaire, Co. Dublin

Tel: 01 280 3455

Fax: 01 280 3466