Unrehearsed (Virtual) Artist Residency Program (URP) that supports the creation of new dance work by artists who have faced significant challenges in the South Asian dance industry.
Where: Virtual
When: March – September 2027
Deadline for applications: November 22, 2026
Unrehearsed (Virtual) Artist Residency Program (URP) supports the creation of new dance work by artists who have faced significant challenges in the South Asian dance industry. The program offers space, funds, feedback, and community to a cohort of 6-8 artists, centering experiences and artistry from:
1. Historic contributors to Indian art who are often not credited for their work or
2. Those practicing and creating in art forms that lack structural and organizational support in the South Asian performing arts industry or
3. South Asian identifying artists who have a history of using art to elevate awareness of urgent social justice issues.
$1500 and an additional production stipend* will be awarded to up to 6 artists to create a new dance work.
*Amount TBD; based on cost of production in country of residence
For additional guidelines about eligibility, what the program entails, and criteria for a strong application, please check out our website: https://www.navadance.org/artist-residency-program
To apply, please follow this link: https://forms.gle/PcWdpWUKqucWvedh9
Please reach out to ankita@navadance.org if you need assistance!
The application deadline is November 22nd, 2026 at 11:59PM PST (November 23rd, 2026 1:29 PM IST)
How to apply:
Apply here: https://forms.gle/buRG8hq3paNLtLd76
Free to apply.
For more RESIDENCIES, please visit https://dancingopportunities.com/category/residencies/
