DUAL IMMERSION - 2026 Summer Inversive
VANCOUVER / CALGARY
Vancouver
July 27 to August 8, 2026
Cost: $1300 CAD
Location: Progress Lab, Vancouver, BC
Elevate Your Artistic Practice
This comprehensive program offers a deep dive into creative exploration, professional development, and collaboration. Led by Dance//Novella leadership and guest facilitators, participants will engage in a two week professional development opportunity designed to enhance their skills and better position them for job opportunities in the dance industry. We are happy to offer BIPOC and financial need scholarships as well as payment plans to help battle financial barriers.
What’s Included:
Daily Classes: Contemporary or Improvisation - designed to strengthen your technique and artistry.
Solo Performance: Learn two solos over 2 weeks. At the end of the program, participants will have the opportunity to have both solo professionally filmed with stage lighting, perfect for auditions or portfolios.
Collaborative Creation: Collaborate on an original piece to be performed and professionally filmed on the final day. Friends and family are welcome to attend the showcase on Saturday Aug 8th!
Schedule:
Dates: July 27th to Aug 8th, 2026.
(Rest days on Aug 1 & 2)
Daily from 10:00 AM – 3:30 PM
How to Apply:
Applicants must submit their CV and a 2–3 minute video showcasing dynamic movement including floorwork, via our Google form.
Selection Process:
We welcome dancers aged 18 and older who are seeking professional development opportunities to advance their journey as professional dance artists. Our application process is designed to ensure the program aligns with your goals and aspirations.
Deadline:
Applications are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis and are due by June 15, 2025. Results will be delivered within one week of receiving your application. You will be accepted, placed on waitlist or declined. Please note that the application period may close early once all spots are filled, last year, the program was full by May.
Calgary
August 10 to August 14, 2026
Cost: $650 CAD
Location: DJD DANCE CENTRE
Elevate Your Artistic Practice
This comprehensive program offers a deep dive into creative exploration, professional development, and collaboration. Led by Dance//Novella leadership and guest facilitators, participants will engage in a week-long professional development opportunity designed to enhance their skills and better position them for job opportunities in the dance industry. We are happy to offer one BIPOC scholarship and payment plans to help battle financial barriers.
What’s Included:
Daily Classes: Contemporary or Improvisation - designed to strengthen your technique and artistry.
Solo Repertoire: Learn two solos over 5 days. Participants will have permission to film, perform and share the solos for audition/portfolio purposes.
Collaborative Creation & Repertoire: Collaborate on an original piece and learn some exciting D//N repertoire. Friends and family are welcome to attend the showcase where we will share what we have learned together on Saturday Aug 14th!
Schedule:
Dates: August 10 to August 14, 2026.
Daily from 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM
How to Apply:
Applicants must submit their CV and a 2–3 minute video showcasing dynamic movement including floorwork, via our Google form.
Selection Process:
We welcome dancers aged 16 and older who have previous contemporary dance training.
Deadline:
Applications are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis and are due by June 15, 2025. Results will be delivered within one week of receiving your application. You will be accepted, placed on waitlist or declined. Please note that the application period will close early if all spots are filled.