The Martha Graham Center of Contemporary Dance has expanded its Fellowship opportunities for BIPOC dancers on the cusp of a professional career.
Three new Fellowships will provide:
- Rehearsal and performance opportunities with Graham 2 or the Martha Graham Dance Company, or both depending on placement
- Full scholarship support for Advanced Studies Certificate program
- Monthly living stipends while participating in Center activities
- Career advisement and mentorship
Fellowships are open to U.S. citizens and international students. To be considered, apply to our Advanced Studies Certificate Program, indicating both Graham 2 and Individualized Study tracks.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
- Strong desire to perform Graham repertory
- Advanced Ballet and/or Contemporary Technique
- Must enroll in the Advanced Studies Certificate Program
- Must complete Online Audition requirements
- Must attend Callback Auditions if invited
- Must be at least 18 years old at time of enrollment
- Intermediate Graham Technique™ (Graham II or higher)
- Intermediate Ballet Technique
- Application and Audition required
- Pre-requisites: Graduate of Graham School Two-Year Certificate Program and/or University Degree with a notable dance program or Dance Conservatory Degree or Certificate
- Advanced Graham Technique™ (Graham III or higher, per discretion of Program Director)
- Intermediate Ballet Technique
- Application and Audition required
- Pre-requisite: University Degree with a notable dance program or Dance Conservatory Degree or Certificate
- Advanced Graham Technique™ (Graham III or higher, per discretion of Program Director)
- Intermediate/Advanced Ballet Technique
- Application and Audition required
- Basic to intermediate Ballet Technique
- Application required
- No audition required
STEP 1: APPLICATION
Required Applications for ALL programs must include:
- Completed Application Form
- Dance résumé
- Headshot
- Photograph of applicant in first arabesque on leg of choice (en relevé or flat). Applicants must also include sign in photo reading “Martha Graham School Application” and the date.
- 500-word personal statement explaining your desire to study at the Martha Graham School
- One letter of recommendation
- $50