Dance Victoria's Chrystal Dance Prize Emerging Artist Application

Training Awards Application

Please read the application guidelines before completing this form. Deadline for submission of all materials is Thursday, April 10, 2025, 5:00 pm Pacific Time

Questions may be directed to Artist Programs & Studio Manager: Kiera Shaw at [email protected]

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Name*

First Last

Present Address*

Mailing Address City Prov / Terr Postal Code

Permanent Address (If different from above)

Mailing Address City Prov / Terr Postal Code

Correspondence concerning Dance Victoria Emerging Artist Awards should be sent to:*

Present Address

Permanent Address

Phone*

Permanent Phone*

Email*

Date of Birth:*

YYYY slash MM slash DD

Age (as of April 10, 2025)*

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S.I.N. (Social Insurance Number)*

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Do you have a student loan?*

Yes

The committee considering applications will award both the Chrystal Dance Prize – Training and the Arabella and Robert Award for Dance based on the applicant’s permanent address.

Residents in Eastern Canada (Ontario and east) are eligible exclusively for the Arabella and Robert Award for Dance. Residents of Western Canada (provinces west, and inclusive of, Manitoba or any territory) are eligible for both awards.

Resident in Western Canada or Territories since:

YYYY slash MM slash DD

Resident in Eastern Canada since:

YYYY slash MM slash DD

TELL US ABOUT YOUR STUDIES…

I am seeking assistance as a:*

dancer

choreographer

Dance Genre:*

At which international institution, outside of Canada, will you be training?

Please provide specific information.

Institution Name:*

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Name of office to send scholarship awards:*

Institution Mailing Address:*

Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country

Phone:*

Name of degree or diploma sought:*

(i.e. Bachelor of Fine Arts)

Total duration of degree or diploma:*

(i.e. 4 years)

Date range of upcoming study:

(e.g. Sept 2025 – April 2026)

Why did you choose to apply to this educational institution?*

EDUCATIONAL HISTORY

Name of Institution

Name of Institution currently attending

Current Level/Year Attended:

Program/Major:

Training History*

Begin with most recent institution.

Institution

Location

Program

Dates Attended

Diploma/Degrees Held

Level Achieved

Training History

Private Instruction

Area of Specialization

Dates Attended

Length of Course

Degree or Grade Achieved

CONFIDENTIAL "ARTISTIC APPRAISAL" INFORMATION

Please list the two references providing a confidential letter of reference; one must be your current instructor. Reference letters should comment on the applicant’s talents, ability, potential and character. Letters can be emailed to Dance Victoria’s Artist Programs & Studio Manager, Kiera Shaw, at [email protected]. Letters must be received in PDF format by the application deadline.

Reference #1*

Name

Title

Institution

Day Telephone

Address

Reference #2*

Name

Title

Institution

Day Telephone

Address

ARTISTIC INFORMATION

Artistic Milestones*

List 3 artistic accomplishments or milestones. Briefly describe each one, including why it’s important to you as an artist. For example: performances, mentorships, training intensives, community events, teaching opportunities, etc. (300 words max.)

Brief Summary of Goals*

Please write a brief summary of your goals and aspirations in your field of study. (one paragraph)

Impact of Studies*

How will this program increase potential for future opportunities, or impact your long-term career trajectory? (one paragraph)

Awards and Recognition (optional)

List any recognitions, if any, youʼve received. For example: previous awards, bursaries, or acknowledgments. Include when and in what capacity. (Point form is fine.)

Challenges*

What do you perceive will be challenging for you as you pursue your career in dance? (one paragraph)

SCHEDULE A: Support material description and detailed information requirements

Provide two selections (different performances).

Link to Video #1:*

Video #1 Information*

Name of Selection

Choreographer

Recording Date

Venue

Brief Description

Link to Video #2

Video #2 Information

Name of Selection

Choreographer

Recording Date

Venue

Brief Description

SCHEDULE B: Performance or creation experience

List of current performance or creation experience*

This can include you performing, or your choreography being performed. Please list piece title, your role (dancer or choreographer), choreographer/company, venue, and date.

LETTER OF ACCEPTANCE

LOA

Please upload a copy of your letter of acceptance from the institution you will be attending if entering into a new program. Proof of registration will be required in order to process awards for successful applicants. This may also be mailed to Dance Victoria.

Accepted file types: jpg, gif, png, pdf, Max. file size: 256 MB.

CALENDAR OF STUDY

Calendar or Syllabus

Please attach a weblink for the calendar or syllabus for institution of proposed study (if available).

DECLARATION OF APPLICANT

Citizenship & Residency*

I am a Canadian Citizen.

I am a Permanent Resident.

I am a resident of Western Canada and will supply proof of residency if requested.

I am a resident of Eastern Canada and will supply proof of residency if requested.

How did you find out about this award?*

Check all that apply

From my current dance teacher

Facebook

Word of Mouth

From an advertisement

Other _____

Other

I found out about this award from:

Applicant Guidelines Checklist*

All boxes must be checked in order to have the ability to submit the application. By checking each box, I declare that each requirement has been completed.

Artistic Information: Applications submitted without portfolio will not be adjudicated. The major part of a candidate’s artistic work submitted in support of this application must have been produced, created, performed, or completed within the past year (with accompanying schedules):

Schedule A:
Video links entered above.

Schedule B:
Current performance/creation experience

Two confidential reference letters are required commenting on the applicant’s talents, ability, potential and character. Please email letters in PDF format to [email protected]. Letters must be received by 5:00 pm Pacific Time on April 10, 2025.

Letter of Acceptance: scanned and attached above.

Calendar or syllabus: link entered above.

Final Declaration*

The checking of the boxes below, and the submission of this form acts as your legal signature. Applications must be received no later than 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time on Thursday, April 10, 2025.

I do solemnly declare that, to the best of my knowledge, the information given in this application is complete and true in every respect.

Furthermore, I acknowledge that the personal information provided here is subject to privacy provisions of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and that by signing this form I consent to its use as follows: The personal information collected on this form is collected pursuant to the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will be used to administer the Chrystal Dance Prize and ARAD and process your application. Successful award recipients’ names, resident location and amount of the award will be published in Dance Victoria materials, including on our web site.

Awards for Emerging Canadian Dance Artists

Training Awards Application

TELL US ABOUT YOUR STUDIES…

At which international institution, outside of Canada, will you be training?

EDUCATIONAL HISTORY

CONFIDENTIAL "ARTISTIC APPRAISAL" INFORMATION

ARTISTIC INFORMATION

SCHEDULE A: Support material description and detailed information requirements

SCHEDULE B: Performance or creation experience

LETTER OF ACCEPTANCE

CALENDAR OF STUDY

DECLARATION OF APPLICANT