We are thrilled to share that applications for the 7th edition of the D2C LAB are now open! This professional development intensive is designed for dance artists who blend street dance with contemporary dance theatre.
About D2C LAB 2025:
D2C Lab (Dance 2 Connect) was founded by Promenade Supported Artist Matt Szczerek (choreographer for Kundle Cru). Funded by The Arts Council of Ireland with additional support from partners Dance Ireland and Luail, Ireland’s national dance company. D2C Lab facilitates a fun and creative environment bringing together selected artists and a leading international guest choreographer/mentor.
Luail is a new partnership for D2C Lab and with it brings more opportunities. This year's D2C Lab will deliver workshops in Belfast, Dublin, and Limerick. Ques Zaalman is D2C's 2025 guest mentor. Ques is a leading figure in Europe's Krump culture, known for his dynamic teaching and performances.
D2C Workshops
In partnership with Dance Ireland and Luail, Ireland’s national dance company, D2C are expanding their workshops to three cities:
Limerick: Irish World Academy of Music & Dance, University of Limerick
Dates: 31 March – 2 April 2025
Belfast: Crescent Arts Centre
Dates: 4 – 5 April 2025
Dublin: DanceHouse
Dates: 7 – 11 April 2025
At the end of each workshop, there will be a short work in progress (for Belfast there will be video documentation only).
To join one of these workshops, you must complete the application form before February 13th. Participants will be selected by application.
For more information, visit D2C Festival
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