Impact Festival
Highlights
- Participate in daily workshops led by professional artists to enhance your choreography and technique skills.
- Showcase your talent in unique venues like Warners Bay Theatre, connecting with industry professionals and peers.
- Apply for grants to bring your artistic vision to life and gain valuable exposure in a vibrant community.
- Experience exciting performances and networking events, fostering connections that could open doors to future opportunities.
Step into the spotlight at Impact Dance Festival!
Are you an emerging dancer or choreographer aged 12-25? The Impact Dance Festival in Lake Macquarie is your chance to showcase your talent, connect with industry professionals, and grow your career. This is your opportunity to perform, learn, and network in a vibrant, creative community.
Apply for grants to present your choreography on stage! The festival offers funding and resources to bring your artistic vision to life.
Participate in daily workshops led by professional artists. Improve your skills in choreography, technique, and professional development.
Meet experienced choreographers, fellow artists, and industry leaders. Build valuable connections that could open doors to future opportunities.
Festival Schedule:
Workshops: Hands-on sessions to develop your craft.
Performances: Experience exciting performances by emerging and professional artists.
Networking Events: Connect with peers and mentors in a collaborative atmosphere.
Residency: Apply for grants to showcase your work
Located between Sydney, Newcastle, and the Central Coast, Lake Macquarie offers a stunning setting with a growing arts community. Perform in unique venues like Warners Bay Theatre and outdoor spaces along the foreshore.
Don’t miss this chance to grow as an artist, gain industry exposure, and be part of a thriving dance community. Apply now and make your mark at the Impact Dance Festival!
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Dates & times
- Next occurrence: reoccurring
Actively welcomes people with access needs.
General access
- Offers multiple options for booking – web, email, phone is available.
- Offers a range of contact methods for receiving complaints.
- Accessibility information and photos, including of a bathroom, room and/or floor plan on their website (can be emailed on request).
- Assistance with booking arrangements (includes providing clear itineraries with written instructions on what to do at various destinations)
Communication
Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)
- A quiet space is available at the venue/ facility.
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