Application to perform at Fresh 2016
Sat 26 March, CAST, Doncaster
Application Guidelines
FRESH 2016 and U.Dance National Youth Dance Festival 2016
This year we are working once again in collaboration, offering the exciting opportunity for your
group to apply to perform at the national U.Dance event in Salford, Manchester; a three day
extravaganza which will take place from 8-10 July 2016. Further details can be found at www.udance.org
Both U.Dance and Fresh are fully inclusive and so we warmly welcome applications from youth
dance groups working with young disabled dancers (up to the age of 25).
Fresh 2016 will not only provide an opportunity to perform on the main stage at CAST but we also
have performance opportunities in our Fresh Fringe event on the same day in the ‘Second Space’ at
CAST. This will allow us to have a wider geographical representation in order to showcase the best
of youth dance in Yorkshire.
We welcome solos / duets / trios through to group pieces, any style from contemporary to urban,
commercial to lyrical – anything goes!
CRITERIA
For Fresh 2016 (and U.Dance 2016), across both performance spaces, Yorkshire Dance is looking to
showcase dance pieces that demonstrate high quality in three main areas. All applications will be
passed onto an external panel who will select groups to perform based on these three criteria:
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Demonstrate excellence in performance standards
Demonstrate integrity and authenticity of choreography
Demonstrate good technique in the specific dance style
They will also make selections which will help reflect the diversity of the sector.
We would encourage you to think about these as follows:
 Demonstrate excellence in performance standards: Our panel will be looking for
pieces that demonstrate a good understanding from the dancers of the theme or subject,
particularly through the application of high quality performance.
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Demonstrate Integrity and authenticity of choreography: Whatever the dance
genre, our panel will be looking for pieces that have elements of originality or moments of
risk taking in trying out new ideas, interesting movement material, exciting use of
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body/bodies in space and use of the performance space. How the piece could be staged
including; costume, music, lighting, props, etc
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Technique: Good application of genre, control of body, dynamics and quality must be
demonstrated throughout the piece.
U.Dance selection
During Fresh 2016 the same selection panels will be looking for the two dance groups or individuals
that they wish to represent Yorkshire at U.Dance in Salford, Manchester.
They shall be selecting the two groups based on the following criteria:
1. Demonstrate excellence in performance standards
2. Demonstrate Integrity and authenticity of choreography
3. Are willing to give 100%
4. Demonstrate respect and consideration to all
They will also make selections which will help reflect the diversity of the sector.
HOW TO APPLY
To apply, groups need to send a completed application form and footage of their piece to Yorkshire
Dance. The deadline for both of these is Friday 15 January 2016. We do understand that some
pieces may not be fully complete, polished pieces yet, however we would like to view your piece as
near to finished as possible. Remember that the panel will be viewing this against many other
applications.
Please use the Filming your piece Dos and Don’ts to ensure that you give your group the best
possible chance of being selected.
Our selection panel of four will consist of a young person, an experienced dance practitioner, an
independent representative from the dance sector and a choreographer/dance artist with significant
experience working with young people. None of the panel will have connections to any group
submitting applications to Fresh 2016.
SELECTION
Please note that that there are limited places in each of the performance spaces. Our panel will
select pieces that demonstrate a high standard in the criteria in the following way:
The Fresh Fringe
These will be a late afternoon performance (at CAST in the second space). Groups that
demonstrate a high standard in two of the three stipulated areas will be selected to perform, taking
into consideration reflecting the diversity of the sector.
The Fresh main stage
Groups that demonstrate a high standard in all three stipulated areas will be selected to perform in
this space during the evening, taking into consideration reflecting the diversity of the sector.
Only groups selected to perform in the Main stage at CAST will be judged by a U.Dance
representative and the selection panel on Saturday 26 March 2016 with a view to the best work
regionally to be presented for at the national U.Dance event in Salford, Manchester on 8-10 July
2016. You can be considered for U.Dance 2016, or opt out and just perform in Fresh 2016. If you
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wish to only perform at Fresh 2016 this will not impact on the panel’s decision and you will still be in
with a fair chance to perform at Fresh 2016 main stage.
DEADLINE
If you wish to apply for the opportunity to perform in Fresh 2016, please return your application and
footage to us no later than Friday 15 January 2016
Application forms can be sent to us via post or email to Yorkshire Dance using the contact details
on the form. Footage of your piece can be sent to us by ‘WeTransfer’, DVD or URL link via post or
email to Yorkshire Dance.
Fresh 2016 – a part of U.Dance
Frequently Asked Questions
Date: Saturday 26 March 2016
Venue: CAST, Doncaster
Application and Footage deadline: Friday 15 January 2016 (5pm)
Applications received after the application deadline will not be considered for the showcase.
Who can apply for Fresh 2016?
Fresh 2016 is open to both school and community-based youth dance groups and individuals aged
11-19 (25 for dancers with a disability) who want the chance to perform at CAST on Saturday 26
March 2016. We welcome solos / duets / trios through to group pieces any genre – anything goes!
We also warmly welcome applications from youth dance groups working with young disabled
dancers (up to the age of 25) as we are working to ensure that both Fresh and U.Dance are inclusive
and fully accessible.
Can I submit more than one piece for Fresh 2016?
You may submit more than one piece to be considered, however only one piece can be selected
from each organisation / school / company for the CAST main stage performance. Other pieces may
be chosen to feature in the Fresh Fringe please indicate which performance area you would prefer
to be considered for.
Do I have to submit an original piece?
All pieces submitted for Fresh 2016 should be new work created recently and not shown
extensively.
How long should pieces be for Fresh 2016?
All pieces should have a running time of no more than 7 minutes.
How many young people can perform in each piece?
Pieces submitted for Fresh 2016 (and U.Dance 2016) should feature no more than 20 young people.
How should I submit my application for Fresh 2016?
All applications should be submitted via email to sarahlyon@yorkshiredance.com or by post to Sarah
Lyon, Yorkshire Dance, 3 St Peter’s Buildings, St Peter’s Square, Leeds, LS9 8AH
All footage should be sent via the following options:
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URL link (e.g YouTube link or Vimeo link)
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We Transfer (go to www.wetransfer.com and follow the instructions using the email above)
DVD (Please make sure that your DVD plays before sending).
How will I know if you have received my application?
When we receive your application, you will receive a brief email notification in return. If you do not
receive confirmation then please feel free to contact us to double check that we received it.
My group doesn’t have DVD footage of our piece;
can I still apply?
Yes. URL links to YouTube / Vimeo or WeTransfer are our preferred method, but we will also
accept DVD footage of pieces.
Please send DVD footage to Yorkshire Dance’s postal address.
Please note that the deadline for DVD / URL / Transfer is the same as the date for
applications this year (Friday 15 January 2016 at 5pm).
When will I know the outcome of my application?
We aim to inform all applicants of the outcome of their application no later than Friday 5 February
2016.
When will technical rehearsals for Fresh 2016 take place?
Technical rehearsals will take place during the day on Saturday 26 March 2016 and all groups will be
expected to attend.
Who should I contact if I have a query about my application?
Please contact Sarah Lyon, Youth & Community Dance Manager if you have any questions in relation
to your application.
You can reach her by telephone on 0113 259 5707 or by email on sarahlyon@yorkshiredance.com
Good luck!
We look forward to receiving your application for Fresh 2016.
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Fresh 2016 – a part of U.Dance 2016
Yorkshire Dance and CAST in Doncaster
26 March 2016
Application Form
Be part of the biggest and best youth dance showcase in Yorkshire!
Yorkshire Dance is inviting applications from youth dance groups in Yorkshire
who want to perform their work at Fresh 2016
Applications open: 1 September 2015
Application deadline: 15 January 2016
URL / Transfer / DVD footage deadline: 15 January 2016
Groups will be informed of outcome no later than: 5 February 2016
All pieces submitted for CAST Main Stage and Fringe must be new works created recently and not
performed extensively (see application guidelines for further information)
Your group must be available all day and evening on Saturday 26 March 2016 for technical rehearsals
and the performance at CAST, Doncaster
Group Details
Name of group:
Number of performers:
(max 20)
Name of group leader:
Does the group leader hold a DBS/CRB check issued in last 3 years?
Yes
No
Correspondence address for your group:
Telephone:
Mobile:
Email:
Facebook/website:
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U.Dance consideration
Fresh 2016 is also the regional U.Dance platform for Yorkshire. Groups can apply to just perform at
Fresh but can also apply to be considered for selection to the U.Dance national event.
Does your group wish to be considered for a place at U.Dance 2016 as well as Fresh 2016?
Yes
No
How will your group raise the £130 per person to attend U.Dance 2016 if they are selected?
For further details use the link to the national guidelines for U.Dance 2016 www.u-dance.org
Group Information
Where does your group meet?
How long has the group been together?
What is the age range of the group?
Has the group performed before? Yes
No
(Please give details and also how this performance would benefit them)
What dance style(s) does your group perform?
Are there any access issues / special needs that you think Yorkshire Dance needs to be
aware of?
Dance Piece
What is the title of the piece?
What is the name of the choreographer?
Name/genre of music used?
What is / will be the duration of the piece you are submitting?
NB: Pieces should have a running time of no more than 7 minutes.
How do you hope to submit footage of your Fresh 2015 piece?
We Transfer
DVD
Web link
Please describe your piece and how you would stage it in no more than 300 words
(attach a separate sheet if necessary).
Try to describe the intention/mood of the piece, the themes/choreographic ideas or the subject you are
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investigating. We would also like to hear how you would stage your piece, including costume, lighting, music
and props.
What do I need to do next?
1. Deadline for applications is 15 January 2015 (5pm)
2. Deadline for Transfer/DVD/footage is 15 January 2015 (5pm)
3. Groups will be informed of the outcome no later than 5 February 2015
Please send completed application forms to sarahlyon@yorkshiredance.com
Please then send your DVD footage to: Sarah Lyon, Youth & Community Dance Manager
Yorkshire Dance, 3 St Peter’s Buildings, St Peter’s Square, Leeds LS9 8AH
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