** Round Three of the DCNW Research Programme is now closed **

ROUND THREE IS NOW CLOSED

DCNW has been inviting north west dance artists and organisations to create or develop work which explores the future of dance. 

Through commissioned Dance Labs, showcase events and sharing knowledge, DCNW has been helping artists and companies create the future of dance with more people dancing from more backgrounds in more dance styles. 

In round three of the DCNW Research Programme, we have looked to give artists and organisations the chance to explore the best ways to share their work and their creative ability, through platforms, scratch nights, development events or showcases. Artists/organisations are telling us what will work to develop their work and career, giving them opportunities to perform, and/or increase engagement with audiences.

For Round 3, we also wanted colleagues to find the best ways to share the learning from the Research Programme, which commissioned NW-based dancers, dance creatives and organisations to create new or develop existing work, explore opportunities for research and development, collaborate with others and further dance careers and productions. The artists and organisations that were commissioned in these first two rounds have learned a great deal and we are now looking to recipients of Round 3 to share their ideas about how others could learn from them.

The commissions in all three rounds have been open and flexible, and have actively encouraged dance from all sorts of practice. The programme continues to strive to challenge inequalities and make space to share ideas, performances and knowledge with other artists, professionals and venues. 

Successful applicants of Round 3 will be shared in due course. 

NB: The DCNW Research Programme looks to reach more people from more backgrounds, both professional and personal, and is supporting people in developing a proposal or project.