En-Knap Group Audition: Female / Male Dancer (2026)
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En–Knap Group is seeking a female/male dancer with a strong technical dance background to join our international contemporary dance group of six, based in Ljubljana, Slovenia on a 2-year copyright contract basis, starting October 2026.
Where: Berlin, Germany & Ljubljana, Slovenia
When: 28 & 29 August 2026 (Berlin), 11, 12 & 13 September 2026 (Ljubljana)
Deadline for applications: 5 August 2026
Who you are:
Female/male dancer with a strong technical foundation
Eager to redefine established definitions (identities) through the body
Interested in dance not only as an art form, but also as a way of exploring contemporary issues (environmental crises, class struggle, multiculturalism, gender, democracy, etc.). Based in the EU (*EU Resident). Willing to relocate to Ljubljana, Slovenia as base
Who we are:
An international contemporary dance group of six, based in Španski borci Cultural Centre in Ljubljana, SloveniaContinuing to redefine established definitions (identities) through the body,across media (stage & film) and genres, communities, generations and regionsInterested in dance not only as an art form, but also as a way of exploring contemporary issues (environmental crises, class struggle, multiculturalism, gender, democracy, etc.).Driven by creative curiosity and dedicated to exploration both on and beyond the traditional stage
What you bring:
Curiosity, Creativity, Passion, Dedication, Commitment
What we offer:
A position with a monthly fee on a 2-year copyright contract basisAssistance with relocating to Ljubljana, SloveniaA vibrant, engaged international contemporary dance group of six, drivenby creative curiosity and dedicated to exploration both on and beyond the traditional stageA vibrant, engaged contemporary dance/performance, art/culture environment beyond the ensembleA regular programme of local performances as well as international touringProfessional and personal development and growth (workshops, tours…)
Application Deadline: 5 August 2026
Application Results / Invitation to audition: by 10 August 2026
Audition Dates:
28 & 28 August 2026 / 09:00-15:00 in Berlin, Germany OR
1, 12 & 13 SEP 2026 / 9:00 – 15:00 in Ljubljana, Slovenia (choose a preferable option)
Beginning of collaboration: 1 October 2026
How to apply / register:Apply for the audition via email by submitting your portfolio as PDF, including CV, a headshot, contact details, and a showcase video to this address: auditions@en-knap.com
How we select
Applications forming a portfolio as PDF, including CV, a headshot, contact details, and a showcase videoSelected by Mattia Cason, En–Knap Group artistic director, in consultation with the ensembleShortlisted female/male dancers will be invited by e-mail to audition on locationAudition travel and accommodation costs are not covered, however, the ensemble however, the ensemble is offering assistance with coordinating travel
Costs for participants:
Audition travel and accommodation costs are not covered, however, the ensemble is offering assistance with coordinating travel
Contact details:
Valerija Intihar
En–Knap Productions
M.: +386 (0)40 122 163
For further information, please visit https://en-knap.com/novica/auditionekg2026
