Performance Research Project (PRP) is a creative residency for early to mid-career dance professionals led by Lesley Telford, former dancer with Nederlands Dans Theater and international choreographer.
Where: Vancouver, BC, Canada
When: September 21st-November 27th, 2026
Deadline for applications: August 15, 2026
Performance Research Project (PRP) is a creative residency for early to mid-career dance professionals led by Lesley Telford. This program is in its 10th year and alumni are working in dance companies around the world. PRP offers a small cohort daily training and research processes with personalized mentorship attuned to the goals and perspectives of each individual. The focus is on creative personal growth, networking, career development, and building new collaborative relationships with local choreographers. PRP provides a space for dance artists to connect, learn, question, experiment, collaborate, perform, and grow with the goal of developing a sustainable artistic career.
The Fall Session 2026 includes:
• 10 weeks, 4.5 hours/day
• Personalized mentorship throughout, including 2 private mentorship meetings
• Choreographic research with Vanessa Goodman, Josh Martin & Lesley Telford
• Professional photo shoot and video recordings
SCHEDULE
September 21st-November 27th, 2026
Monday-Friday
10am-3pm
COST
$3500 +GST
CLASS 10-11:30 am daily
CREATION 12-3 pm daily
Please contact inversoproductions@gmail.com for more information
How to apply:
Please fill out the form below and upload your CV and video sample. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeC3ZyS-lI73YQarpzqtx2b8jV12hLvwcYIXDqxzaaBc2qYow/viewform
Costs for participants: $3500 Canadian dollars / 2170 Euros
Contact details:
Lesley Telford
inversoproductions@gmail.com
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