Scottish Dance Theatre’s Summer Intensive offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the artistic practice of Scotland's flagship contemporary dance company.
Working closely with Artistic Director Joan Clevillé, Rehearsal Director Charlie Brittain and Scottish Dance Theatre dancers, participants will take part in contemporary dance classes, company repertoire sessions and creative workshops that reflect the company’s approach to movement, collaboration and performance. Designed for professional dancers and graduates seeking to develop their skills, expand their practice and gain insight into the workings of a full-time repertory company, the intensive provides a supportive yet rigorous environment for learning, exchange and artistic exploration.
Important information
What’s included
- Daily contemporary dance class (90min)
- 8 repertoire sessions (2.5h each), including works by Emilie Leriche, Edouard Hue, Sofia Nappi and Roser López Espinosa
- 2 creative sessions (2.5h each) with Artistic Director Joan Clevillé, focusing on movement research and voice work
Who is it for
Professional dancers and graduates (+18)
Please note that the intensive is not open to students.
When & Where
When
Tuesday 28 July - Saturday 1 August 2026
Where
Dundee Rep Theatre Tay Square Dundee DD1 1PB Scotland - UK
Cost
Participation fee: £500
Subsidised participation fee for Scottish-based dancers: £200 (limited availability)
Application process
Places in the course are allocated on a first-come first-served basis. Applications will open on 16 February and will close on 31 March at 17.00h. Applicants must demonstrate professional-level training. The intensive is limited to 25 participants.
How it works
Step 1: Fill in the application form, please note you will be asked to provide a link to your professional CV and video link showing your recent dance practice or performance. Click here to access the form.
Step 2: Your application form will be checked for eligibility
Step 3: If you are allocated a space, you will be sent a payment link
Step 4: Once payment is received you will be sent an info pack with further information.
Terms and Conditions
There are 25 places spaces available:
- There are a limited number of full price and bursary places available on a first come, first serve basis on the condition that the eligibility criteria is met.
- There will be a limited number of places reserved for disabled and/or global majority participants, which will be considered and allocated after the deadline
If payment is not received within 30 days of invoicing, your space will be reallocated to our reserve list. If payment is a concern, please contact us to discuss repayment options.
Travel and accommodation
It is the responsibility of the participants to book and pay for the cost of travel and/or accommodation, if applicable.
We strongly advice participants travelling to Dundee to ensure they have appropriate travel insurance in place.
Cancellation policy
If you need to cancel your place you can do so by emailing summerintensive@scottishdancetheatre.com.
We operate the following policy on refunds:
- We will fully refund your participation fee if you decided to cancel your place at least 8 weeks before the start date of the programme
- We will refund 50% of your participation fee if you decided to cancel your place at least 4 weeks before the start date of the programme
- No refunds will be given if notice of less than 4 weeks is received
- All cancellation requests must be received in writing to the specified email address
Should Scottish Dance Theatre cancel the programme then all attendees will be informed, and a full refund will be provided. Scottish Dance Theatre assumes no liability for any losses resulting from individual pre-booked travel or accommodation. Participants should ensure they are covered by their own personal travel insurance policy.
Photography and filming
Filming/photography will take place for promotional and archival purposes. Any participant who would prefer not to be photographed or filmed can indicate so in their application form.