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Company Dancers

SEEKING MALE DANCER FOR 2026/27 SEASON
Contract starts AUG / 2026
Deadline to apply APR 17 / 2026

32 to 38 Week Contract + Employee Paid Position + Competitive Salary + National & International Touring + 401K Retirement Plan with Employer Contribution + Bodywork Sessions + Commuter Benefits.

NW Dance Project is dedicated to the creation and performance of innovative, new contemporary dance works from established and emerging dance makers created in an open and artistically stimulating environment. We seek experienced soloist dancers interested in a diverse collaborative environment that focuses on the innovation and creation of contemporary dance. Artists should have a strong classical and contemporary background, professional performance experience, and passion for the creative process.

QUALIFICATIONS

Dancers should have a minimum of 3 years of professional company experience.
Preference will be given to mid-career professional dancers.
BIPOC dancers are encouraged to apply.
Dancers must be legally able to work (be a US citizen, permanent resident or currently hold O-1 work visa) in the USA to be considered. We are unable to sponsor visas for foreign workers.

TO APPLY

Dancers will be selected through a pre-application process. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Candidates will be selected to audition by INVITATION ONLY and will be contacted via email if selected.

AUDITION
Applicants must be available to audition APR 25 in order to be considered. Audition will take place in Portland, OR.

APPLY

NO phone calls, please.

NW Dance Project is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on any basis, including race, culture, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religion, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status.