OPEN CALL for performers based in Berlin

I am looking for 7 performers for an upcoming project called “Stardust”. It is an 8-day installation-performance that looks at dying as an act of empowerment, self-transformation and radical care.

The title comes from the quote: “We are made of stardust.” By inviting us to envision our own dying, the project aims to give us a glimpse of how closely interconnected we are to each other as humans, as well as to all non-humans and the natural world. Through dying, our body sheds its selfhood and returns to its most basic form – stardust – which it shares with all other beings and matters in the universe. “Stardust” hopes to open up a space for us to enter into a deeper relationship with dying and to reflect on its impact on our social well-being and political actions. Perhaps by dying, we allow the old power structures inscribed in our bodies to die with us, creating space for a new future that is more socially just, caring and naturopogenic. 

Practical details

• Each performer will work closely with me (as artistic direction) to create 1 solo performance and 1 group performance based on the idea of death rituals.
• Each performance lasts approximately 30 mins.
• The performances offer accessibility formats, such as Relaxed Performance and audio-description.
• Rehearsal period: 16th Sept.-19th Oct. 2024 / Each performer has 2 rehearsal weeks within the rehearsal period.
• Performance period: 20th-27th Oct. 2024 / Performers will perform one time in their solo performance and one time in the group performance.
• Performance venue: Uferstudios (Studio 1) / Badstr. 41a, 13357 Berlin
• Honorarium: 2140 EUR  (Brutto) / 2 weeks’ rehearsal + 2 performances

Requirements:

• You are a dancer or a performer who works with the body and movement;
• You have an existing practice that involves dying, or a strong interest in developing one;
• You are experienced in performing solo-works, as well as group works;
• You have experience in self-directed creation and improvisation;
• You are based in Berlin;
• You must be physically present at all rehearsal, performance and workshop dates.
• Performers with migration background, with disabilities, queer/LGBTQIA+ and age of 60 and above are especially welcome.

Auditions

• Round 1 (Individual interviews)   : 7th & 8th May 2024 (60 mins)
• Round 2 (Group call-back)           : 14th May 2024 (10-18 hrs)

Application
Requited materials:

• Describe your interest and practice (max. 2000 characters)
• Describe your expectations (max. 1000 characters)
• Curriculum vitae
• 1-2 Video links

Application can only be submitted via the online application form below.
Deadline: 30th April 2024 @ 23.59 hrs (CET)
Selected applicants will be notified by 4th May 2024

APPLICATION FORM

If you have any questions, please write to mingapur@hotmail.com

Funded by: Hauptstadtkulturfonds
Co-production: MIFRUSH Production