Choreographic Research Workshops
Montréal Danse is always reflecting about ways to assist choreographers in understanding and improving their choreographic process, developing their choreographic skills, and gaining insight into the singularity of their choreographic voice. This reflection led to Montréal Danse’s first Choreographic Research Workshop in 2004 for choreographers in search of a safe and stimulating environment in which to question their art making. The idea proved successful and the workshop has been offered every year since.
Four choreographers are selected to participate in an intensive week of research, discussion and artistic process development. Working with them as facilitators are two creative process experts who bring their expertise to the event.
During workshops, each choreographer is paired with two dancers. They are matched to ensure an excellent dynamic for the stated choreographic intentions.
Multiple meetings are organized between the choreographers and the facilitators during the workshop as well as daily conferences for all the participants. These bilingual conferences are open to the public.
Many projects have been born in these workshops including several that became creations produced by Montréal Danse.
Choreographers from previous editions
- Camille Lacelle Wilsey with Louise Michel Jackson et Elinor Fueter
- Dominique Sophie with Alanna Kraaijeveld and Rweg Dantiste
- Justin De Luna with Alyssa Favero and Fran Chudnoff
- Michael Martini with Rachel Harris and Peter Trosztmer
- Hoor Malas with Lael Stellick and Bernard Martin
- Emily Gualtieri with Alanna Kraaijeveld and Geneviève Robitaille
- Marie Lambin with Hanako Hoshimi-Caines and Elinor Fueter
- Myriam Allard with Gabriela Jovian-Mazon and Lucy M. May
- Stefania Skoryna with Alanna Kraaijeveld and Brianna Lombardo
- Sarah Wendt & Pascal Dufaux with Émile Pineault and Rachel Harris
- Marine Theunissen with Élinor Fueter and Bernard Martin
- Victoria Mackenzie with Maude Laurin-Beaulieu and Selena Russo
- Lucy Fandel with Marie Claire Forté and Rachel Harris
- Louise Michel Jackson with Elinor Fueter and Silvia Sanchez
- Pierre-Marc Ouellette with Charles Brecard and Abe Simon Mijnheer
- Voodoo House with Roxanne Dupuis and Jean-Benoit Labrecque
- Sarah Manya with Erin Hill and Sebastian Kann
- Nasim Lootij with Hanna Sybille Muller and Nicolas Patry
- Simon Renaud with Elinor Fueter and Anouk Theriault
- Bettina Szabo with Rachel Harris and Linda Rabin
CALL FOR APPLICATIONS
Montréal Danse is looking for four choreographers to take part in the 21st edition of Ateliers chorégraphiques, to be held from December 8 to 12, 2025. Choreographers will take part in an intensive week of research, discussion and choreographic work. Choreographers will be paired with two dancers and accompanied by two experts in the creative process, including dramaturge Kathy Casey and choreographer Thea Patterson. Daily lectures are offered to participants and the public.
Ateliers chorégraphiques aims to create a community and a caring space free of production pressures. Choreographers must be willing to question their artistic approach and choreographic reflections with openness, curiosity and rigor.
Profiles sought
– Diversity of experience and practice
– At least 2 pieces already choreographed and presented
– Ability and willingness to question one’s choreographic work
– Must reside in Quebec
Workshop fees are $400 + taxes.
What is provided
– 5 meals (evening)
– Artistic support before and during the workshop
– 2 dancers for research
– 20h studio time
– Videos of daily presentations
Choreographic Workshop daily schedule
– Individual meetings between choreographers and accompanists
– Lecture and discussion
(Lunch break)
– Studio rehearsal (4h)
– Informal presentations to other work teams
– Dinner/discussion with coaches and choreographers
Applications accepted until October 1, 2025