IMMEDIATE MALE DANCER POSITION OPEN
Contract starts FEB 16 / 2026
SEEKING DANCERS FOR 2026/27 SEASON
Contract starts AUG / 2026
Deadline to apply - DEC 1 / 2025
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 notified via email no later than DEC 12 / 2025 if selected.
AUDITION DATES
PORTLAND - JAN 10 / 2026 (dancers invited to Portland audition may be interested in attending our Company Repertoire Workshop - JAN 7 to 9 / 2026)
NEW YORK - JAN 17 + 18 / 2026 (dancers must attend both days to be considered)
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.