Open Call for Placement Performer

About the work

The R&D will be part of the development of Alethia’s first full-length group production Sis? (Working title) which aims to be a physical, emotive, intergenerational dance work which explores notions of sisterhood, and challenges colonial ideas of gender and race; highlighting the multiplicity of feminine blackness and the power of community.

The Placement Performer will join the R&D alongside the professional performers, and receive mentoring tailored to the individual’s development needs. Through this development opportunity, Alethia hopes the placement performer develops to a point where they can join the professional cast for the future creation and touring of Sis? (Working title).

Project Details

Placement: 2-4 weeks (Based on the successful applicant’s availability and individual development plan). Weeks comprise of 5 working days Monday – Friday up to 8 hours each day.

Location: Leeds/Ipswich

Dates: Autumn 2025 – Spring 2026 (Exact dates TBC)

Reimbursement: Travel within West Yorkshire will be reimbursed. Travel, accommodation and per diems will be provided if placement is involved in activities taking place in Ipswich.

Other: Pastoral care and access support offered.

This work is co-commissioned by Sadlers Wells, Yorkshire Dance and Certain Blacks. Supported by Dance East. With funding from Arts Council England.