It is hoped that the platform can serve as a bridge providing wings for creations from all cultures and backgrounds to come together and discover new possibilities.

You can now apply for the 7th Stray Birds Dance Platform open call! with Solo or duet works lasting 8 to 13 minutes. You will have the opportunity to have your work presented at the SELECTION performance on December 20 & 21. Also, win the Awards by our collaborators.

Where: Taiwan Traditional Theatre Center – Experimental Theatre, Taipei, Taiwan

When: December 20 (Sat) & December 21 (Sun), 2025

Deadline for applications: June 1, 2025, 11:59 PM (Taiwan Standard Time, GMT+8)

Eligibility
● Open to all nationalities and dance genres.
● Solo or duet works (1–2 performers). Choreographer(s) may also perform.
● Length of work: 8 to 13 minutes

Video Submission Guidelines
● Footage can be from rehearsal or live performance and must present the complete work.
● Editing is allowed but no special effects.
● The submitted version must match the actual performance version.
● Maximum video length: 13 minutes
● Use YouTube link; ensure the link is valid and accessible.

Awards
Performance Invitation Awards
Selected works will be invited to perform at the following international festivals or
institutions:
● 2026 MASDANZA (Spain)
● 2026 Stray Birds Dance Platform (Taiwan)
● 2026 Hong Kong Dance Exchange (Hong Kong)
● 2026 Macao CDE Springboard (Macao)
● 2026 New Dance for Asia International Festival (South Korea)
● 2026-2027 Odoru Akita (Japan)
● 2026 Daegu City Dance Company (South Korea) – Invited work will be performed by company dancers

Audience Choice Award
Selected by live audience vote during the platform
● Stray Birds Dance Platform Audience Choice Award –NT$6,000 (Taiwan)

Commission Award
Choreographers may be invited for commissioned works or residencies:
● 2026 Lei Dance Theater (Taiwan) – Commission or residency
● 2027 Kaohsiung City Ballet: Dance Shoes Series (Taiwan) – Commissioned creation

For more details, please refer to the guidelines: https://lihi.cc/A01lK

How to apply:
To apply, please complete the online form: https://forms.gle/9kVHj3aNyhchx5mXA

Results Announcement Date: August 1, 2025
Selected applicants will be notified via email. Confirmation of participation is required within 7 business days.

Costs for participants:
● International participants are responsible for their own visa applications and fees. Stray Birds Dance Platform will provide necessary assistance but is not responsible for handling the process.  ● Stray Birds Dance Platform can provide invitation letters and necessary documents.

Contact details: sbdanceplatform@gmail.com

For further information, please visit https://www.instagram.com/sbdanceplatform/

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