About Dublin Dance Festival
Dublin Dance Festival traditionally takes place over 12 days in Spring bringing together the best and emerging artist in both Irish and International Contemporary Dance Scene. DDF as it is more commonly known is Ireland's Premier Contemporary Dance Event. During theses days there are show cases, mater classes, panel discussions that encourage audience involvement in the hope to education and grow contemporary dance's place in the public Arts realm. For those involved from interns to volunteers it is a unique opportunity to see what it takes to put on an event of this scale on a daily basis from behind the scenes and can be a stepping stone in a career in The Arts or Event Management.
What's Involved
WE HAVE BEEN DANCING WITH TWO LEFT FEET WITHOUT YOU
Dublin Dance Festival 2022 returns, May 17th – 29th, for the first time in 2 years and welcomes back a full team of volunteers for this Summers line up.
Take a chance this festival and see dance from a different perspective. From live on stage to site specific events, table talks to symposiums, Artist Liaison to Box Office Assistance.
Information on some of the roles involved:
VENUES: DDF is known for taking over traditional venues (The Abbey Theatre, Project Arts Centre) as well as some outdoor and site specific locations. This year sees us at Wood Quay Amphitheatre & Christchurch Concourse. Roles and duties for the volunteers include: stewarding, ushering, ticket scanning and digital market research. Be on the frontline as it happens and see performances from a different angle.
Links: Performances
Outdoor Performances
BOX OFFICE & HOSPITALITY: Our Box Office is the hub of the festival located in Festival House Temple Bar> Here the volunteer will be assisting our Box Office Manager batching tickets for upcoming events and helping with drop off to venues if needed. This year we are also hoping to turn the Box Office into an artists hub where they will be made feel welcome to relax, work or find out a bit more about our city and festival. A little slice of Irish Hospitality goes a long way - why not become a Festival Ambassador
TALKS & IN-DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS: This part of programme is taking place in DanceHouse (City Centre) and will involve Round Table Discussion between art makers and choreographers, first looks at works in progress and a symposium on Dance - these shifts are perfect for a someone studying dance as a career or looking to become an academic - many faces and limbs come together for one topic.
Links: Talks In-Development
ARTIST LIAISON: This year we have a special position for a volunteer who would like to gain some behind the scenes experience of a work in the making by one of our international artists. This volunteer will be lucky enough to assist the artist during rehearsals and on the days of performance in the lead up to the final weekend of the festival. For more information see Section 7
Link: Artist Liaison
There is something for everyone - bringing The Arts to the public, experiencing dance for the first time, meeting likeminded peers or starting a new career path - volunteering puts you up front of it all - be part of our Chorus Line this May and we will put you in centre stage.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Please complete our online application form here
Closing date is Friday 29th April 17:00hrs sharp.
Level of English required for this role:
Fluent English
Times and commitment required for this role
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun |
Morning | | | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Afternoon | | | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Evening | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Minimum time commitment: 1 week
Hours required: 4hrs Weekly
Other Details
Location of volunteering opportunity:
Main HQ - Festival House Essex Street East TempleBar and various venue around the city centre.
The Abbey Theatre, Project Arts Centre, Wood Quay Amphitheatre (outdoor), Christchurch Concourse (outdoor) DanceHouse (Foley Street - City Centre)
Screening details for this role:
- Informal Interviews
- References
- Application Form
Volunteers will be provided with the following supports:
- Support/ advice/ recognition
- Supervision
- Initial induction and training
Volunteers with the following challenges will be supported in this role
- Physical Disability
- Sensory Disability
- Learning Disability
- Mental Health Difficulties
Age restrictions:
Over 18
Is this opportunity suitable for groups/teams of volunteers?
Yes
Benefits you will receive as a volunteer
They will get a behind the scenes look at what it takes to put on an event of this size, they may get chances to advance their career, meet likeminded peers, get an introduction to The Arts in Dublin - enjoy their time with us
Getting there
All venues are accessible by public transport and are close to the DART line, LUAS stops, Bus routes - also accessible by foot or bike in the city centre