Unrehearsed (Virtual) Artist Residency Program
Cartoon by Veena Basavarajaiah. The artist uses illustrations to address issues of the art world through the insta profile @cartoon_natyam
Nava Dance Theatre is thrilled to announce the 2023 Unrehearsed Artist Residency Program (URP). Applications for this year are currently closed, but we are excited to announce our 2023 cohort very soon!
The Unrehearsed Artist Residency Program aims to fund and support the creation of new dance work by artists who are often not represented in conventionally-funded spaces in the South Asian Dance industry. The program keeps care & developmental support front and center while working toward sharing a Final Work in Progress.
This virtual residency program provides awards of up to $1500 to 5 artists to center the strengths, experiences, and artistry from 1) historic contributors to Indian art who are often not credited for their work, 2) South Asian identifying folks practicing and creating in artforms that lack structural and organizational support in the South Asian performing arts industry or 3) have a history of using art to elevate awareness of urgent social justice issues.
Commitment requirements:
50 hours of time in a studio or space of your choice (on your own or with collaborators) over the course of 6 months(January - July 2023) to create your piece
One a month Mandatory Group Meeting, 1st Monday of the Month 6pm PST
One a month Optional Open Forum Discussion Groups, 3rd Monday of the month at 6pm PST
Mid Work In Progress, Between March - April
Final Work in Progress (Not a Performance) This Is Not a PRODUCT, Between June - July
While there may be opportunities to hold in-person events and/or engagement activities, this residency can be completed entirely virtually.
Follow @unrehearsed_artistres on instagram for updates
2022 Unrehearsed Artist Residency Cohort
