Call for Applications: Professional Trans and/or Non-Binary Dance Artists

Compagnie Essevesse is seeking two professional dance artists who identify as trans and/or non-binary to participate in the annual event “Danses-en-Trans.“​

Date and Time: May 17, 2025, from 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM​

Location: HangArt, Town Hall of the 4th and 5th Arrondissements, Marseille​

About the Event: For the past five years, Compagnie Essevesse has organized “Danses-en-Trans,” an event aimed at raising awareness of issues related to trans identity and non-binarity through performing arts. The event features performances created by amateur participants in our workshops, showcases by invited trans/non-binary artists, and an open stage (with free registration) for any trans/NB individuals (amateur or professional) wishing to present a work in progress, an excerpt, or to speak on stage for the first time (5-10 minutes per person; all performing arts disciplines welcome).​

Eligibility Criteria for Invited Artists:

  • Professional dance artists who are trans or non-binary​

  • Solo performance of a minimum of 20 minutes and a maximum of 30 minutes​

  • Simple technical requirements (a lighting effect co-constructed on the day of the event)​

  • Fee: €300 including tax per artist (payment upon invoice; preferably through an association)​

  • Must reside in Marseille​

Please note that no travel, meal, or accommodation expenses will be covered.​

Objective: To highlight trans/non-binary artists and raise public awareness of trans identity and non-binarity through performing arts.​

Application Process:

  • Submit a recording or excerpt of your performance​

  • Provide your CV​

Applications are open until April 20, 2025, at midnight. Results will be announced on April 27, 2025.​

For more information about the event, please visit the official website of Compagnie Essevesse: ​

We look forward to discovering your artistic proposals and collaborating with you on this meaningful event.

Danses-en-Trans 2024