The International Choreographic Competition LINKAGE is open for solos and duets between 5-13 minutes.

Where: Stara Zagora, Bulgaria

When: 24-27 of October 2025

Deadline for applications: 15 of September

TERMS & CONDITIONS

– Contemporary dance solos or duets lasting no more than 13 minutes and no shorter than 5 minutes are eligible

– A choreographer may also participate as a performer in their own work

– There is no restriction on the nationality of candidates

– Candidates up to 40 years of age are eligible

– The competition will be held live in Bulgaria, State Opera – Stara Zagora

– Pre-jury will select 12 choreographers to be finalists of the 5th International Choreographic Competition LINKAGE and to present their pieces life

– The finalists will be announced no later than 17th of September

– The duration of the competition is 4 calendar days – 24th-27th of October (all finalist should come 1 day before, the stage rehearsal start on 24th of October)

– Each team will have 1 astronomical hour on stage for technical rehearsal, lighting and set-up in the space

– Props and decor are only allowed if the performers can bring it on and off stage themselves

– All participants agree to have photo and video taken during the competition and gala evening to be used for publicity

– The accommodation costs of the finalists will be covered by the organizers for the duration of the stay for the competition

– Transfer costs from Sofia airport to the accommodation and back are the responsibility of the organizers

– Travel cost to Sofia, Bulgaria will not be covered

– At the beginning of the Gala Evening the jury will award: first place, second place and third place. Audience Award and special prizes will also be announced

– The jury evaluations will be broadcast live on the evening of the competition

– The jury’s evaluations are final and not subject to correction

AWARDS:

– First Prize: 6 000 BGN (or equivalent in EUR)

– Second Prize: 3 000 BGN (or their equivalent in EUR)

– Third Prize: BGN 2 000 (or their equivalent in  EUR)

– Audience Award: 2 000 BGN (or their equivalent in  EUR)

*Special prizes:

– 3 Artistic residencies, workshops & festival selections

How to apply:
Please fill the form: https://forms.gle/8pRRHeu2wzTDeiHs5

Contact details: icc.linkage@gmail.com

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