7th International Choreographic Competition LINKAGE

Organizer

International Choreographic Competition LINKAGE

7th International Choreographic Competition LINKAGE Jul 19, 2026 | Open Calls The International Choreographic Competition LINKAGE is open to contemporary dance solos and duets with a duration of 5–13 minutes. Where: Stara Zagora, Bulgaria When: 6 – 9 November 2026 Deadline for applications: 20th of September, 2026 TERMS & CONDITIONS – Contemporary dance solos or duets with a duration of 5 to 13 minutes are eligible. – A choreographer may also perform in their own work. – There are no nationality restrictions. – Candidates up to 40 years of age are eligible. – The competition will be held live at the State Opera – Stara Zagora, Bulgaria. – A pre-selection jury will select 10 choreographers to become finalists of the 7th International Choreographic Competition LINKAGE and present their works live. – The finalists will be announced no later than 25 September 2026. – The competition will take place over four calendar days (6–9 November 2026). Technical rehearsals on stage will begin on 7 November. – Each finalist/team will be allocated one hour on stage for technical rehearsal, lighting adjustments and stage set-up. – Props and set pieces are permitted only if the performers can bring them on and off the stage without assistance. – By participating in the competition, all participants agree to be photographed and filmed during the competition and the Gala Evening. These materials may be used by the organizers for promotional purposes. – Accommodation for the finalists will be provided by the organizers for the duration of the competition. – Airport transfers between Sofia Airport and the accommodation will be provided by the organizers. – Travel expenses to Sofia, Bulgaria, are the responsibility of the participants. – At the beginning of the Gala Evening, the jury will present the following awards: First Prize, Second Prize, Third Prize, Audience Award, as well as any Special Prizes. – The jury deliberations will be broadcast live on the evening of the competition. – The decisions of the jury are final and cannot be appealed. AWARDS First Prize – EUR 3,000 Second Prize – EUR 2,000 Third Prize – EUR 1,000 Audience Award – EUR 1,000 Special Prizes Three artistic residencies, workshops and festival selections. How to register: To register for the competition, please complete and submit the application form below: https://forms.gle/ijGd5esrrTN843oSA Costs for participants: Free of charge Contact details: icc.linkage@gmail.com For further information, please visit https://www.instagram.com/icc_linkage/ For more OPEN CALLS, please visit https://dancingopportunities.com/category/open-calls/

Award

проживание финалистов, художественные резиденции, воркшопы, фестивальные отборы

Entry fee

Fee-free

Eligibility

Eligible countries: No country restriction

соло и дуэты современного танца 5-13 мин, участники до 40 лет, без ограничений по гражданству