En–Knap Group is seeking a female/male dancer with a strong technical dance background to join our international contemporary dance group of six, based in Ljubljana, Slovenia on a 2-year copyright contract basis, starting October 2026.
Where: Berlin, Germany & Ljubljana, Slovenia
When: 28 & 29 August 2026 (Berlin), 11, 12 & 13 September 2026 (Ljubljana)
Deadline for applications: 5 August 2026
Who you are:
Female/male dancer with a strong technical foundation
Eager to redefine established definitions (identities) through the body
Interested in dance not only as an art form, but also as a way of exploring contemporary issues (environmental crises, class struggle, multiculturalism, gender, democracy, etc.). Based in the EU (*EU Resident)
Willing to relocate to Ljubljana, Slovenia as base
Who we are:
An international contemporary dance group of six, based in Španski borci Cultural Centre in Ljubljana, Slovenia
Continuing to redefine established definitions (identities) through the body,
across media (stage & film) and genres, communities, generations and regions
Interested in dance not only as an art form, but also as a way of exploring contemporary issues (environmental crises, class struggle, multiculturalism, gender, democracy, etc.).
Driven by creative curiosity and dedicated to exploration both on and beyond the traditional stage
What you bring:
Curiosity
Creativity
Passion
Dedication
Commitment
What we offer:
A position with a monthly fee on a 2-year copyright contract basis
Assistance with relocating to Ljubljana, Slovenia
A vibrant, engaged international contemporary dance group of six, driven
by creative curiosity and dedicated to exploration both on and beyond the traditional stage
A vibrant, engaged contemporary dance/performance, art/culture environment beyond the ensemble
A regular programme of local performances as well as international touring
Professional and personal development and growth (workshops, tours…)
Application Deadline: 5 August 2026
Application Results / Invitation to audition: by 10 August 2026
Audition Dates:
➝ 28 & 28 August 2026 / 09:00-15:00 in Berlin, Germany OR
➝ 11, 12 & 13 SEP 2026 / 9:00 – 15:00 in Ljubljana, Slovenia (choose a preferable option)
Beginning of collaboration: 1 October 2026
How to apply / register:
Apply for the audition via email by submitting your portfolio as PDF, including CV, a headshot, contact details, and a showcase video to this address: auditions@en-knap.com
How we select
Applications forming a portfolio as PDF, including CV, a headshot, contact details, and a showcase video
Selected by Mattia Cason, En–Knap Group artistic director, in consultation with the ensemble
Shortlisted female/male dancers will be invited by e-mail to audition on location
Audition travel and accommodation costs are not covered, however, the ensemble however, the ensemble is offering assistance with coordinating travel
Costs for participants:
Audition travel and accommodation costs are not covered, however, the ensemble is offering assistance with coordinating travel
Contact details:
Valerija Intihar
En–Knap Productions
auditions@en-knap.com
M.: +386 (0)40 122 163
www.en-knap.com
For further information, please visit https://en-knap.com/novica/auditionekg2026
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