We are delighted to announce that we are working in partnership with the Arts and Technology Research Lab at Trinity College to present a symposium entitled “Dancing with Fire: Technology, Performance, Objects, Environments” during Dublin Dance Festival 2012. The aim of the symposium is to encourage dialogue between performing arts makers and researchers who are [...]

We learned recently that one of Trisha Brown Dance Company’s dancers has sustained an injury. As a result, the programme for their performance at the Abbey Theatre from May 17-19 has been changed. The short solo Watermotor will be replaced by two of Trisha Brown’s Early Works – Accumulation, a witty solo that has become [...]

A European mobility and artistic exchange dance programme Motion Fund strand E-MOTIONAL is realised in Ireland by Dublin Dance Festival and Dance Ireland, in association with The Irish World Academy of Music and Dance at University of Limerick. GABRIELA TUDOR FELLOWSHIP for Dance Managers Call for proposals [Romania – Ireland – Latvia – Cyprus – [...]

A European mobility and artistic exchange dance programme Motion Fund strand E-MOTIONAL is realised in Ireland by Dublin Dance Festival and Dance Ireland, in association with The Irish World Academy of Music and Dance at University of Limerick. MOBILITY & NETWORKING GRANTS 2011 Call for proposals [Romania – Ireland – Latvia – Cyprus – United [...]

Tickets for Trisha Brown Dance Company, presented in association with the Abbey Theatre, are now on sale. For three nights only, Dublin audiences will have the rare opportunity to see Browns work on the Abbey stage. Tickets make a fantastic Christmas gift, so book early to get the best available seats! Tickets are available in [...]

We are delighted to announce that Trisha Brown Dance Company will make their Irish debut as part of Dublin Dance Festival 2012, in association with the Abbey Theatre. A legendary figure of American modern dance, Trisha Brown’s relentless curiosity has pushed the boundaries of choreography to revolutionise dance. For three nights only audiences will have [...]

Aerowaves is a cross-border dance performance network. It offers opportunities to younger artists working in Europe. The annual meeting of Aerowaves took place at the end of October in Poreç, Croatia. Of 430 applications, 20 were selected by 38 members of the network representing 30 European countries plus Canada and the USA. The artists are [...]

RE-PRESENTING IRELAND: A SHOWCASE INITIATIVE OF CULTURE IRELAND, DANCE IRELAND & DUBLIN DANCE FESTIVAL DUBLIN DANCE FESTIVAL MAY 2012 Open Call Deadline: Friday 9 December @ 12noon For the fifth successive year, Dance Ireland in association with Dublin Dance Festival and Culture Ireland, invites proposals from choreographers (Dance Ireland members) and dance companies (Dance Ireland [...]

A European mobility and artistic exchange dance programme Motion Fund strand E-MOTIONAL is realised in Ireland by Dublin Dance Festival and Dance Ireland, in association with The Irish World Academy of Music and Dance at University of Limerick. ARTISTNE(S)T RESIDENCY PROGRAMME 2012 Call for proposals [Romania – Ireland – Latvia – Cyprus – United Kingdom [...]

Are you looking for a chance to work with one of Ireland’s most dynamic festivals? Dublin Dance Festival is currently looking for two interns to join the DDF team in advance of the 2012 Festival. Internships are available in the areas of Marketing and Programming. Our internships are designed to provide opportunities to individuals looking [...]

Dublin Dance Festival is the Irish partner in Aerowaves, a European network that provides performance opportunities for emerging choreographers. Each year, twenty choreographers are selected from hundreds of applicants to represent the Aerowaves network and are invited to perform short works at festivals and venues across Europe. Applications are welcome for Aerowaves 2012 – find [...]

Date: Tuesday, September 20 Time: 2pm Venue: DanceHouse The DDF team welcomes members of the dance sector to meet Julia Carruthers, who has taken on the role of Festival Director since early August. This will be a perfect opportunity to meet Julia, to hear about her thoughts and plans for the Festival in 2012 and [...]

We are delighted to announce that, following an intensive four-day meeting in Dublin involving the organisational partners of the E-MOTIONAL: Bodies & Cities Project, recipients of a Mobility Grant and Artistic Research grants were selected from the applications made by Irish dance artists and managers. Mobility Grant: Jenny Traynor of CoisCéim received an E-Motion Fund [...]

E-MOTIONAL: Bodies & Cities A European mobility and artistic exchange dance programme E-MOTIONAL is realised in Ireland by Dublin Dance Festival and Dance Ireland in association with the Irish World Academy of Music and Dance/UL. ARTISTIC RESEARCH – Call for proposals The E-MOTIONAL organisers invite proposals for the project’s Artistic Research strand. This strand is [...]

Dublin Dance Festival is delighted to announce its participation in E-MOTIONAL: Bodies & Cities, an EU funded mobility and artistic exchange project involving dance artists and cultural managers from six different countries over a two-year period from July 2011. E-MOTIONAL will gather participants from Romania, Latvia, Ireland, Cyprus, the UK (project organisers) and Turkey (as [...]

On May 25th, leading writers on dance Mary Kate Connolly (UK); Helen Meany (Irl); Wendy Perron (USA) and Michael Seaver (Irl) discussed many emerging questions from the field of dance criticism. Chaired by Michael Seaver, the panel addressed such areas as the opportunities and issues presented by the increasing use of online media, the role [...]

After 16 days of performances, films, workshops, talks and other special events, DDF 2011 has come to an end. This year we hosted 21 companies and artists from 10 different countries. Check out our photo diary on our Blog to look back at what happened – both on and off stage! Many Festival events were [...]

Due to the visit of President Obama today there are major traffic restrictions in place in the city centre. There may be disruptions to public transport services and parking will be limited. However, all DDF events will go ahead as advertised in Project Arts Centre. Please allow plenty of time to get into and around [...]

Following a worldwide search amongst leading names in dance, the Board of Dublin Dance Festival is delighted to announce the appointment of Julia Carruthers as the next Festival Director.  She will assume the role full-time from August 2011. Ms. Carruthers’ wide-ranging experience has included work with leading arts organisations such as the Edinburgh International Festival, [...]

In excellent news, an extra performance of Balbir Singh’s Decreasing Infinity has been added on Sunday May 22, due to audience demand. Tickets for this additional performance at 8pm are now on sale. Click here to read more about Decreasing Infinity and purchase tickets. Due to the recent closure of Light House Cinema, our Dance [...]

It was recently decided by high court ruling that, due to rental disputes, the Light House Cinema, Smithfield was to close immediately. Since 2009 the Light House Cinema has been a wonderful partner of Dublin Dance Festival. We have held numerous screenings in their award-winning surroundings, we have been delighted by the helpfulness of their [...]

Due to the overwhelmingly positive response we have received from applicants to our Volunteer Programme for the 2011 Festival, we are no longer accepting new applications. We’d like to thank all who have applied for their interest in and enthusiasm for the Festival and look forward to kicking off DDF 2011 in just one month’s [...]

You can now purchase tickets for Dublin Dance Festival 2011 both online and by phone. Lines are open Monday – Friday, 11am-6pm. Our Early Bird offers may have flown out, but with lower ticket prices than in 2010 and some great deals and discounts you can enjoy a full and rich Festival experience without breaking [...]

Dublin Dance Festival and Light House Cinema, Smithfield present Dance on Film Date: Sunday, April 3rd Time: 3pm Venue: Light House Cinema, Smithfield, Dublin 7 Tickets: €7.50 / €6 (concession) available from Light House Cinema, phone: 01 879 7601 Cloud Gate Dance Theatre of Taiwan’s Moon Water (Premiered 1998, this version recorded 2000, 65 mins) [...]

JUMP IN! April 13 – Note – Due to the exceptional response to our call for volunteers, we are now no longer accepting new applications. Many thanks for your interest in the Festival — we hope you’ll enjoy DDF 2011 when it kicks off in just one month! Dublin Dance Festival is currently looking for [...]

Online booking for DDF 2011, May 13-28, is now open. Limited Early Bird tickets are available for anyone to purchase until Friday, April 1. Browse the programme and make plenty of room in your diary. Book your tickets early to get the best deals! If you’re a real dance enthusiast and want to immerse yourself [...]

The full programme of Dublin Dance Festival 2011 is now online. Check it out here! Tickets for Cloud Gate Dance Theatre of Taiwan’s performance of Songs of the Wanderers at Grand Canal Theatre are already on sale here. DDF Friends can avail of priority booking from today until Friday March 4, by phoning 01 679 [...]

Dublin Dance Festival and Light House Cinema, Smithfield present Dance on Film Date: Sunday, January 30th Time: 3pm Venue: Light House Cinema, Smithfield, Dublin 7 Tickets: €7.50 / €6 (concession) Shorts in Winter Dance on Film returns to Light House with a selection of six short Irish dance films for you to enjoy. Following the [...]

Laurie Uprichard, Director of Dublin Dance Festival since 2007, will leave the Festival following DDF 2011.  During her time at the helm, Dublin Dance Festival has successfully transitioned to an annual event, taking its place among the major cultural events in Dublin, and has enjoyed an increased profile at home and abroad.  With a growing [...]

DDF is seeking a visionary and dynamic Director to lead the festival into its 2012 edition.  The new Director will contribute to the continued development and positioning of DDF as a model festival in Ireland. Applications must be received no later than 15 January 2011. Interviews will take place between 1-15 March 2011. Starting date [...]

We are delighted to announce that DDF will present the Irish premiere of Songs of the Wanderers at Grand Canal Theatre on Thursday, May 26 2011. This visually sensational production from Cloud Gate Dance Theatre of Taiwan has enthralled audiences worldwide. With dancers trained in chi kung, meditation, internal martial arts, modern dance, ballet and [...]

RE-PRESENTING IRELAND: A SHOWCASE INITIATIVE BY CULTURE IRELAND, DANCE IRELAND AND DUBLIN DANCE FESTIVAL OPEN CALL DEADLINE: WEDNESDAY 15 DECEMBER @ 5PM The Dublin Dance Festival is delighted to announce that for the fourth successive year, Dance Ireland in association with DDF and Culture Ireland, invites proposals from choreographers (Dance Ireland professional category members only) [...]

Dublin Dance Festival and Light House Cinema, Smithfield present Charles Atlas’ Merce Cunningham: A Lifetime of Dance Date: Sunday, November 28 Time: 4:30pm (please note new time) Venue: Light House Cinema, Smithfield Tickets: €7.50 (€6 concession) Running time: 90 minutes Merce Cunningham: A Lifetime of Dance offers a fascinating overview of the life and work [...]

Before we announce any of the exciting things we have up our sleeves for 2011 (and believe me, they’re quite something!), take a look back at the 2010 Festival. DDF Videographer Bibi Agosto documented a selection of performances and events during DDF 2010. It makes us remember all the fantastic times we had and the [...]

Dublin Dance Festival, Light House Cinema, Smithfield and Peña Flamenca el Indalo present a FREE Dance on Film event & Flamenco taster class Date: Sunday, October 17 Time: Film – 4.00pm, Taster class – 4.30–5.15pm Venue: Light House Cinema, Smithfield Tickets: FREE tickets will be allocated on a first come, first served basis on the [...]

Internationale Tanzmesse Düsseldorf, Germany August 25-28 Since Laurie is away in New York, I dusted off my Deutsch and early one morning headed to Düsseldorf for Tanzmesse. It’s a biennial dance trade fair – a big market place where choreographers, agents, presenters, venues, festivals and other interested folk get together to talk, network and watch [...]

The arts are for you Without them, and all the ways they make you feel, Ireland will become a poorer place. Their cost to the state is modest, but their worth is great. The arts are also fragile, and cannot endure further cuts. As Budget 2011 approaches, let your elected representatives know just how valuable [...]

CORK, CLONMEL & GALWAY JUNE – JULY 2010 Three Irish festivals laudably included choreographers well worth the trip through the country this summer.  At Cork Midsummer Festival, Jérome Bêl’s 2001 work, The Show Must Go On, provoked, irritated and delighted (different) audience members.  Built on a simple conceit of illustrating up to 20 iconic songs [...]

MONTPELLIER DANSE (FR) JUNE 20-30, 2010 PARC DE LA VILLETTE, PARIS JULY 1, 2010 Montpellier Danse celebrated its 30th anniversary this year with an expanded three-week festival that featured many artists who had been a part of its history.  Most of these artists were presented on the festival’s many stages but others were represented by [...]

FESTIVAL TRANSAMÉRIQUES, MONTRÉAL JUNE 9-11, 2010 Montréal is such a beautiful city, especially in late May/early June when the lilacs bloom throughout. It’s the perfect time for a festival and Festival Transamériques, now an annual event that incorporates both dance and theatre, is perfectly scheduled. Unfortunately, I only had two days there this year but [...]

Your feedback is invaluable to us – it helps us to make each festival that little bit better. You can really help us out by taking this short, anonymous survey and telling us what you thought of Dublin Dance Festival 2010. It’ll only take you 3 or 4 mintues to complete and your responses will [...]

We’ve come to the end of another wonderful Dublin Dance Festival. Soledad Barrio and Noche Flamenca provided a truly electrifying end to a jam-packed two weeks of diverse, provocative and beauftiful contemporary dance. You can read Seona MacReamoinn’s wrap-up article about the Festival from Tuesday’s Irish Times here. Or you can start reminiscing already by [...]

Sometimes a night just ends on a weird note. And no, I’m not talking about the ‘weird’ that was that night in college when friendship blurred into something..uhm…else. Or the ‘weird’ where an amazing date becomes – for no apparent reason whatsoever – the greatest bail-out since 2008. No, when I say weird, I mean [...]

But back on track. The Many Bodies of Contemporary Dance symposium kicked my day off a little earlier than usual, as panel members Raimund Hoghe, Tere O’Connor, and Caroline Bowditch, along with John Scott and Cindy Cummings (a last minute stand-in for fellow Aosdana member David Bolger), undertook to stimulate new debate and offer fresh [...]

Here’s a very special offer from Dublin Dance Festival – book tickets to Caterina Sagna’s Basso Ostinato and to Carlotta Sagna’s AD VITAM and get 20% off full price tickets to both performances. Basso Ostinato runs on Monday May 17 and Tuesday May 18 and AD VITAM runs on Friday May 21 and Saturday May [...]

!EXTRA PERFROMANCE! We are delighted to announce that, due to exceptional demand, we have added a matinee performance of David Bolger and Silvia Gribaudi’s Double Bill: Swimming with my Mother & A CORPO LIBERO at 1pm on Thursday May 20 in Project Arts Centre. Tickets are now available here, priced €14 /€11 (Concession). There will [...]

If memory serves, it’s been a good two months since Ellie Creighton bought me coffee in Dunne & Crescenzi. Damn good coffee, too. To anyone who knows her, Creighton is the little marketing machine that could. She’s a workaholic with a heart of gold, butter wouldn’t melt in her mouth and nobody pulls off Jazz [...]

The Opening Weekend was wonderful – thanks to junk ensemble and all involved in Five Ways to Drown for kicking off the Festival with style and great energy. Bumper 2 Bumper saw nearly 500 people bopping, jiving and shaking a leg on Meeting House Square, Temple Bar.  Thanks to Phantom 105.2, Temple Bar Cultural Trust, [...]

In just a few hours Dublin Dance Festival will open with the world premiere of junk ensemble’s Five Ways to Drown at Project Arts Centre at 8pm. A limited number of tickets were released yesterday – only a handful remain. You can purchase tickets here. Buy now before it’s too late! Immediately following Five Ways [...]

It’s time for Festival fever to kick in! We have just released a very limited number of tickets for the Opening Night performance of junk ensemble’s Five Ways to Drown at Project Arts Centre. You can purchase them online here. In other ticketing news…Rex Levitates’s Secondary Sources is sold out on May 15, but there [...]