Blois Danse is organising the 8th edition of the International Choreographic Festival of Blois – Blois Danse -, a two-week event dedicated to dance with performances, master classes, film screenings and other activities. Included in the Festival are the Professional Performances, 2–3 July 2027. Professional choreographers and/or dance companies are welcome to submit their projects for presentation in Blois, France.
festival creates opportunities for artists and audiences to meet, exchange, and experience dance in a variety of contexts and spaces throughout the city. It also serves as a production platform, providing artists with an opportunity to gain exposure and present their work to audiences in France.
Eligibility
- Both emerging and established companies/choreographers are welcome to apply.
- Companies MUST apply with a minimum of 2 works.
- Each work must be between 10 and 25 minutes in length.
- Works must be suitable for all audiences.
- Contemporary, modern and jazz works are accepted.
- The Festival will provide support for up to 4 dancers per company.
- The submitted video must show the exact version of the work that will be presented at the Festival.
- Works in progress are not eligible.
Each company (up to four dancers) taking part in the festival receives:
- 200 EUR/dancer
- Up to 100 EUR/dancer to support travelling costs
- Hotel + breakfast
- Pictures from the performances
- Media exposure
- Free pass to attend festival events
- Optional: Opportunity to teach 2 master classes
