Force Majeure in Sydney, Australia | Non-profit organisation

Force Majeure

Locality: Sydney, Australia

Phone: +61 2 8571 9084

Address: 245 Wilson Street 2015 Sydney, NSW, Australia

Website: http://www.forcemajeure.com.au

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25.01.2022 Our friends at FORM Dance Projects are calling on NSW independent dance artist to put forward an expression of interest for a paid choreographic mentorship with renowned Australian artists, Meryl Tankard (Choreographer), Elena Kats-Chernin (Composer), and Régis Lansac (Visual Artist). More information via the link below.

25.01.2022 Amazing digital response to our current shared situation from our friends at Griffin Theatre Company. Check it out online all next week.

25.01.2022 Were SOLD OUT! Our Incite Masterclass next Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 March at Carriageworks is now booked out. INCITE Masterclass is a 2-day opportunity which allows artists at all stages in their careers a chance to become familiar with our performance making methodology. Keen to attend still? Join the waitlist by emailing [email protected]... Stay tuned for a very big announcement about our INCITE Intensive in the coming weeks... https://www.facebook.com/events/500992667272633/

25.01.2022 Sydney Dance Company New Breed We are thrilled that Sydney Dance Company return to the stage for the first time in 2020. New Breed showcases regular Force Majeure collaborator Raghav Handa as one of the 4 choreographers alongside Joel Bray, Chloe Leong and Jesse Scales. Raghav has most recently performed in Force Majeure’s production You Animal, You. Bold journey into the imagination always worth seeing The SMH. Come celebrate fresh choreographic ideas coming to ...life and don’t miss this limited season of raw talent from some of Australia’s most exciting dance creators. 26 Nov 12 Dec. Tickets from $35. Book now: https://tinyurl.com/y6tnowwm #2020SDC, #SDCkeepdancing

24.01.2022 "Artists are the ones who have the heart, the soul and the empathy, and also put billions of dollars into the economy. But were kind of invisible. That is something in my next four years Id like to see the visibility coming back to the dance sector us having a voice. Something we can speak strongly about and stand clearly on. Artistic Director Danielle Micich caught up with Dance Australia to talk about making art in a time of crisis, and how we tackle the dual issues of a pandemic and chronic underinvestment. Read the interview: http://www.danceaustralia.com.au//facing-the-pandemic-4-da

24.01.2022 Applications close Friday the 23rd April for our INCITE Intensive program. INCITE is a unique chance to explore devising new work and to develop your artistic practice with Force Majeure Artistic Director Danielle Micich. Click the link below to find out more and apply: forcemajeure.com.au/incite-intensive

22.01.2022 Dancers and Choreographers - Ausdance are collecting information on how you have been affected by the cancellations of performances right around Australia. While there are other surveys running, this is to gather info on how the dance sector specifically has been impacted. Hit the link to register your thoughts: https://ausdanceqld.org.au/impactsurvey

22.01.2022 Want to keep up to date with the burning issues affecting the arts industry while in lockdown? Arts Front are running conversations at noon several times a week. Todays is with the Australia Council for the Arts Frank Panucci, joined in a Q&A by Anne Dunn AM. Tune in on Zoom to ask questions, or on YouTube Live. https://artsfront.com//session/39139-little-lunch-online-13

21.01.2022 EXCITING NEWS: As a response to the effects of COVID-19 we have re-imagined our annual INCITE Intensive to provide INCITE Revive - a special edition for 2020. With support from City of Sydney, we are offering the intensive free-of-charge, with stipends and travel allowances to enable artists to attend. We are now accepting Expressions of Interest from artists across Australia to join us for INCITE Revive.... Limited places available. Closing Thursday 16 July at 1pm. Click through for all the info: https://www.forcemajeure.com.au/whats-on/incite-revive

20.01.2022 FINAL CALL FOR REGISTRATIONS We are looking for creative and committed young performers aged 9 to 14 years for our new Youth Company. Last chance to audition is this Sunday! For more information and to register visit https://www.forcemajeure.com.au//audition-youth-company-9-... https://vimeo.com/388663114

20.01.2022 Be sure to catch Force Majeure Company Artist Ghenoa Gela read ‘Liarbird’ on Play School Story Time. You can watch it on ABC iView until 18 November using the link below.

20.01.2022 Were BACK! We are so excited to let you know auditions for our new Youth Company will be held 29 July and 2 August. Were seeking fearless, open-minded, creative and committed young performers aged 9 to 14 years to perform with us for a major new production in 2020. Hit the link below for all the information. Audtions will follow strict health and safety guidelines.... Its so nice to begin planning and dreaming and making. We cant wait to share this new work with you. Hit the website: https://www.forcemajeure.com.au//audition-youth-company-9-

20.01.2022 Nomination time - get your applications in for consideration by for the Australian Dance Awards, presented by Ausdance National. Nominations are now open and close 22 June. Get moving: http://www.australiandanceawards.net.au/

19.01.2022 Applications to the Australia Council for the Arts' Resilience Fund have been extended to Midday AEST tomorrow (Mon 1 June). Last chance to apply: https://www.australiacouncil.gov.au//funding-index/2020-r/

18.01.2022 Get streaming - theres some great performances from artists still happening all around the country - check them out online! Critical Stages have put this list together of all the action: http://criticalstages.com.au/stage-stream-streaming-theatr/

18.01.2022 Our friends at FORM Dance Projects have launched a podcast! FORMidables is all about dance in, about and from Western Sydney. Hosted by slam poet, Pola Fanous, listen to conversations with young and senior artists who share their artistic path in a cosmopolitan Australia and the precious things in life that make them tick. Listen: https://share.transistor.fm/e/29b0bec9... Read more: https://www.form.org.au/formidables/

17.01.2022 We're SOLD OUT! Our Incite Masterclass next Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 March at Carriageworks is now booked out. INCITE Masterclass is a 2-day opportunity which allows artists at all stages in their careers a chance to become familiar with our performance making methodology. Keen to attend still? Join the waitlist by emailing [email protected]... Stay tuned for a very big announcement about our INCITE Intensive in the coming weeks... https://www.facebook.com/events/500992667272633/

17.01.2022 Reminder - applications for INCITE Revive close this Thursday 16 July. Dont miss your chance to be part of this special edition, a paid professional development opportunity for artists across Australia. Read more and apply: https://www.forcemajeure.com.au/whats-on/incite-revive

17.01.2022 We are thrilled to announce the world premiere of our new work THE LAST SEASON as part of Sydney Festival in 2021 at Carriageworks. Using Vivaldi’s Four Seasons as a departure point, it brings together theatre legends Paul Capsis, Olwen Fouéré and Pamela Rabe together with our new youth company for a truly epic new production. Premiering at Sydney Festival from 6-10 January 2021. Bookings and more info: https://bit.ly/32zQ47F... Photography: James Green and Brett Boardman / Concept and Art Direction: Andrew van der Westhuyzen https://www.instagram.com/andrew_van_der_westhuyzen/

16.01.2022 A message from Force Majeure: It is with mixed emotions that we acknowledge the recent news that we were successful in regaining four-year funding through the Australia Council for the Arts. Force Majeure has spent the last four years making relevant and challenging art that questions the human condition, and supporting our best and brightest independent artists to do the same. We couldnt have done it without the support of you, our audience, and our small but invaluable net...work of donors. Thank you! We say this with mixed emotions as we know exactly what many of our colleagues and friends are going through on receiving very difficult news. Weve been there. The current state of severely reduced arts funding in Australia cannot be sustained and should not be tolerated. At a time when we are forced apart by a collective desire to protect the most vulnerable in our communities, it is arts and culture that is keeping us connected, sustained and fulfilled, as much as that is possible. Read the full statement: http://createsend.com/t/r-35A7ECA8D79BD96A2540EF23F30FEDED

16.01.2022 Announced and on-sale: The Last Season premieres at Sydney Festival 6-10 January. More info and tickets: https://bit.ly/32zQ47F

16.01.2022 Audition time!! Got a young person aged 9 to 14 who wants to moooove? Were holding auditions to form our first ever Youth Company!! Auditions will be held at Carriageworks on Sunday 29 March and spots are strictly limited. The company will work throughout the second half of 2020 preparing for our big new show The Last Season. Register now: https://www.facebook.com/events/205742050578385/

16.01.2022 Force Majeure stands in solidarity with our friends in the Torres Strait in calling on all parliamentarians to commit the Australian government to doing everything it can to support the people of the Torres Strait, with the resources they need to protect the islands from imminent climate change. As co-producers of proud Torres Strait Islander and Force Majeure Company Artist Ghenoa Gela’s newest work LAK MALUAL PARU, in collaboration with Ilbijerri Theatre Company, we are awa...re first-hand of this issue. LAK MALUAL PARU explores the way in which climate change is detrimentally affecting Torres Strait Islanders and displacing them from their homeland. This case marks the first time Torres Strait Islanders are bringing this case to the UN against the Australian government. This is a human rights issue. We ask you to support this cause and sign the petition at the link below. #Esso #TorresStrait8 #OurIslandOurHome https://ourislandsourhome.com.au/#sign

16.01.2022 Some great shots from our most recent (and sold out!) INCITE Masterclass. Artists from all disciplines and ages groups came together to hear from Artistic Director Danielle Micich and Company Artist Ghenoa Gela about our devising methodology and to explore how they can include movement in their own practice. More info: https://www.forcemajeure.com.au/professional-development Images by Ashley de Prazer

15.01.2022 A strong and independent Carriageworks is integral to our ability to create risky and dynamic work. Force Majeure and our fellow resident companies deserve a role in planning the future of this vital space. Save the independence of Carriageworks. https://www.smh.com.au//bleak-alternative-carriageworks-te

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14.01.2022 A big thank you to everyone who has purchased tickets to THE LAST SEASON at Sydney Festival we've been thrilled to see such a huge response. Tickets are selling fast: https://bit.ly/2Hf3caF Photo of the work developing in the rehearsal studio with our Youth Company taken by Brett Boardman.

14.01.2022 Calling all First Nations independent artists and arts workers - BlakDance, Ilbijerri Theatre Company, Yirra Yaakin Theatre Company and our neighbours Moogahlin Performing Arts want to hear from you! How has COVID-19 impacted your practice, and what do you need to get back up and moving? Let them know on the link below.

14.01.2022 Ever wanted to perform on the mainstage with some of Australias (and one of Irelands) most acclaimed performers? Were looking for young performers aged 9-14 years to be part of our next production with our extraordinary cast Paul Capsis, Olwen Four and Pamela Rabe. Last week to Register!! Hit the link for all the info: https://www.forcemajeure.com.au/auditions... photo: James Green See more

13.01.2022 Dream Sequence - Episode 7 - Latai Taumoepeau and Peter Polites Our friends at Utp are going live at 1pm on Wednesday 31st March for the seventh episode of their Dream Sequence series, this time staring artist Latai Taumoepeau (Force Majeure's NOTHING TO LOSE) and writer Peter Polites. "Aunty Oracle Codex of Rayon Island, a work in progress that reflects on current shifts in pandemic travel allowances as well as the collaborative practice of Latai and Peter. Following the pr...esentation of the work there will be a Q&A between the Latai and Peter and artist Brian Fuata. Dream Sequence is a monthly series of digital artist residencies, experimental live broadcasts, and artist conversations. The title references the dystopian surrealist state we currently live in, while invoking a hopeful way forward into the future. Link to web for more info. https://utp.org.au//dream-sequence-latai-taumoepeau-and-pe Link to facebook event for more info https://www.facebook.com/events/463142188164813/?ti=ls

13.01.2022 Applications to the Australia Council for the Arts Resilience Fund have been extended to Midday AEST tomorrow (Mon 1 June). Last chance to apply: https://www.australiacouncil.gov.au//funding-index/2020-r/

12.01.2022 In 2021 PACT will offer an exciting new series of development opportunities for artists, curators and producers! Are you NSW-based and looking to develop a new creative work this year? Have you got an exciting new idea? Don't miss out on these great opportunities closing 24 March: http://www.pact.net.au/2021-program Image credit: Dom O’Donnell

12.01.2022 CLOSING SOON! Expressions of Interest for INCITE Revive close tomorrow at 1pm. INCITE Revive is a paid professional development opportunity for artists from across Australia. Offered exclusively in 2020, read more and submit your EOI through here:... https://www.forcemajeure.com.au/whats-on/incite-revive

12.01.2022 Our friends at City Recital Hall present Casey Donovan in Concert in association with Sydney Festival One of Australia’s finest performers, Casey Donovan is bringing her powerhouse vocals to the City Recital Hall stage. Backed by a superstar band and a delicious assortment of iconic hits, this one night only event will vanquish any doubt that Casey Donovan is our Queen of the Power Ballad. City Recital Hall ... Mon 18 Jan, 7.30pm Tickets $79 - $99 https://www.cityrecitalhall.com//casey-donovan-in-concert/ See more

12.01.2022 Calling all mid-career and established artists! Applications are now open for our popular, annual and now DISCOUNTED INCITE Intensive for 2021. This year’s intensive, in partnership with Carriageworks, will take place from 1-12 November. We are offering a $200 discount to make it more accessible during this challenging time. INCITE is a unique chance to explore devising new work and to develop your artistic practice with Artistic Director Danielle Micich. Applications close 23 April. Click the link below to find out more and apply: https://www.forcemajeure.com.au/incite-intensive

11.01.2022 Looking for something to keep the kids active while indoors? AudioPlay is an all-Australian app made by artists Zoe and Gemma Pepper. It is turning books into DIY screen-free adventures you can play in your house! Check it out at: https://audioplay.me/

10.01.2022 Audition time!! Got a young person aged 9 to 14 who wants to moooove? We're holding auditions to form our first ever Youth Company!! Auditions will be held at Carriageworks on Sunday 29 March and spots are strictly limited. The company will work throughout the second half of 2020 preparing for our big new show The Last Season. Register now: https://www.facebook.com/events/205742050578385/

10.01.2022 From our friends FORM Dance Projects: This year Sharp Short Dance is showcasing the works of aspiring choreographers, dancers and filmmakers under 21. Check out the heats on the website now https://www.form.org.au/sharp-short-dance-2020-heats-and-f/. While you’re there, vote for your favourite and share, share, share! The video with the most likes will be eligible for the Audience Choice Award and our panel of respected industry professionals will handpick works to perform in the live streamed Final on Saturday 21 Nov 7pm. LIVE STREAMED FINAL: Saturday 21 Nov 7pm TICKETS: https://riversideparramatta.com.au//sharp-short-dance-2020/

10.01.2022 NSW artists - Create NSW have released their updated grants in response to the current Covid-19 situation. Grants from $500 to $10,000 available. Get on it: https://www.create.nsw.gov.au//covid-19-support-for-small-

10.01.2022 "Its a place where we seed and develop work, develop artists, present shows We do not want to be rebuilding something like that over again. Our Artistic Director Danielle Micich joined our fellow Carriageworks resident companies to discuss the urgent challenges facing the venue with Time Out Sydney. https://www.timeout.com//what-does-carriageworks-administr

09.01.2022 For artists and orgs in and around Sydney, check out the Covid-19 response grants from the City of Sydney. Several different funds, closing 27 April, get onto it: https://www.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au//cultural-grants-spons

08.01.2022 Our friends at Sydney Dance Company are sharing a final call of applications for their Pre-Professional Year 2021 program. Designed for 18-24 year olds, experience life in a full-time dance company to exploring the pathway of an independent freelance artist or choreographic researcher. Applications close Mon 14 Sept. Watch trailer here. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6ypUVqG3jo0) Apply now! (https://www.sydneydancecompany.com/a/pre-professional-year/)

07.01.2022 Be sure to catch Force Majeure Company Artist Ghenoa Gela on "Are you Tougher Than Your Ancestors?" You can see her hosting each weeknight on ABC Me at 6:30pm or catch episodes later on iView. https://iview.abc.net.au//are-you-tougher-than-your-ancest

06.01.2022 Artists - get onto this great opportunity from our friends at Vitalstatistix. Adhocracy is back for 2020 and you can get up to $5k to develop a new work - digitally! All the info: https://vitalstatistix.com.au/projects/adhocracy-2020/

06.01.2022 Are you interested in a 2-day introductory workshop on the devising process, focusing on how to generate movement and text both as a director and performer? You’ll get to work with our Artistic Director Danielle Micich. It’s on 22-23 May as part of INCITE, and presented in partnership with Carriageworks. Limited spots are available, register your expression of interest now via our website: https://www.forcemajeure.com.au/incite-masterclass

06.01.2022 We're BACK! We are so excited to let you know auditions for our new Youth Company will be held 29 July and 2 August. We're seeking fearless, open-minded, creative and committed young performers aged 9 to 14 years to perform with us for a major new production in 2020. Hit the link below for all the information. Audtions will follow strict health and safety guidelines.... It's so nice to begin planning and dreaming and making. We can't wait to share this new work with you. Hit the website: https://www.forcemajeure.com.au//audition-youth-company-9-

05.01.2022 We want to ask you to join us at Force Majeure in ensuring a brighter outlook for Australian artists. While COVID-19 has meant the loss of income and audience for many performing arts organisations, for artists it has also meant the loss of opportunity to grow their craft and practice the essence of making great art. As we emerge from isolation, Force Majeure looks forward to bringing artists back together to nourish creative practice. Were working on a very exciting prog...ram to kickstart the recovery for artists - INCITE Revive. Heres where you can help us. As we prepare to launch INCITE Revive next month, you can help support the revival of the arts by making a donation to us. We greatly appreciate any contribution you can make. Donations are tax deductible and will directly support artists. Hit the link below to support this new program. Thank you for your ongoing support of Force Majeure and Australian artists. During such extraordinary times, we are so thankful to count on you as part of our artistic community. DONATE NOW: https://www.givenow.com.au/forcemajeure

05.01.2022 Independent artists - if you are ineligible for JobKeeper due to the governments exclusion of contract and casual workers, you can apply for $1000 from the Sidney Myer Foundations National Assistance Program - DUE THIS SUNDAY 10 MAY.

04.01.2022 A fantastic opportunity from our friends at Belvoir St Theatre! More information through the post below. Applications close August 28.

04.01.2022 From 1 June, some galleries and museums will begin opening, with Art Gallery of New South Wales the first in our home state. You need to book a free timed-entry ticket to ensure social distancing guidelines are adhered to. Read more about the other collecting institutions reopening here: https://performing.artshub.com.au//whos-reopening-the-orga

03.01.2022 Ever wanted to perform on the mainstage with some of Australia's (and one of Ireland's) most acclaimed performers? We're looking for young performers aged 9-14 years to be part of our next production with our extraordinary cast Paul Capsis, Olwen Fouéré and Pamela Rabe. Last week to Register!! Hit the link for all the info: https://www.forcemajeure.com.au/auditions... photo: James Green See more

03.01.2022 Reminder - applications for INCITE Revive close this Thursday 16 July. Don't miss your chance to be part of this special edition, a paid professional development opportunity for artists across Australia. Read more and apply: https://www.forcemajeure.com.au/whats-on/incite-revive

02.01.2022 Our regular collaborator Liesel Zink is heading online to keep us all active and moving! You can join her Contemporary Dance for lounge rooms group for a free weekly online movement class. The first class is tomorrow evening. Check it out: https://www.facebook.com/groups/contemporarydanceforloungerooms/

02.01.2022 Listen in tomorrow at Midday AEST (Wed 13 May) to catch INCITE participant Nimmy Raphel chatting on Arts Fronts awesome Little Lunch Online panel talk. Hit the link for more info: https://artsfront.com//37103/session/42535-little-lunch-32

02.01.2022 Independent artists - if you are ineligible for JobKeeper due to the government's exclusion of contract and casual workers, you can apply for $1000 from the Sidney Myer Foundation's National Assistance Program - DUE THIS SUNDAY 10 MAY.

02.01.2022 Check out this Masterclass opportunity at Sydney Opera House with the incredible Jo Lloyd. This Masterclass will focus on the methodologies she developed to create OVERTURE and is open to participation through an EOI process. For the full details visit: https://www.sydneyoperahouse.com//unwra/2020/overture.html

02.01.2022 Check out some shots from our tour of Ghenoa Gela's Mura Buai to Canada in September 2019.

02.01.2022 More options to get you up and moving online. Our friends at Sydney Dance Company have just launched online dance class subscriptions from $28/week. Classes range from beginners to experienced dancers. All the info: https://www.sydneydancecompany.com/classes/virtual-studio/

01.01.2022 Get streaming - there's some great performances from artists still happening all around the country - check them out online! Critical Stages have put this list together of all the action: http://criticalstages.com.au/stage-stream-streaming-theatr/

01.01.2022 Looking back at Masters of Modern Sound, a special collaboration between Force Majeure and the Art Gallery of New South Wales in 2019. And the next time you hear from us, we'll have some exciting news to share with you... Sign-up to our enews for updates: https://bit.ly/3epyAj3... Photo by Victor Frankowski

01.01.2022 Check out some shots from our tour of Ghenoa Gelas Mura Buai to Canada in September 2019.

01.01.2022 Call for contributors - the awesome Delving into Dance podcast and publishing platform needs you! Paid opportunities to contribute, and a simple EOI due on 3 May. Get all the deets here: https://www.delvingintodance.com/covid-19