Dance Victoria offers many ways for dance artists to create in our studios and beyond. Apply for one of our programs that support creation.
Residencies
Dance residencies nurture independent dance artists by providing access to our studios, financial resources, time to create and mentorship opportunities. You may also want to learn about our work-in-progress studio showings, Rough Cuts.
Chrystal Dance Prize – Projects
Learn about the Chrystal Dance Prize – Projects, an annual award for independent dance artists, collectives or companies that supports exceptional projects with an international artist (choreographer or interpreter). Applications are accepted annually in the fall.
Chrystal Dance Prize – Training
Learn about the Chrystal Dance Prize – Training, an annual award that supports emerging western Canadian dance artists continuing their full-time training at an international institution.
Applications are accepted annually in the spring.
Free Studio Access Program
We support the work of local dance artists through our Free Studio Access (FSA) program. See if you qualify for free or subsidized rental rates.