D..R.E – Disabled Artists’ Residency Exchange Job Edinburgh area,City of Edinburgh Scotland UK,Creative Arts/Media

Position: D.A.R.E – Disabled Artists’ Residency Exchange
Location: City of Edinburgh

Overview

Applications are now open for D.A.R.E - Disabled Artist Residency Exchange, a new disabled led residency created to support the growth, visibility and sustainability of DDN artists in the UK.

What is D.A.R.E?

D.A.R.E is a 4-day residency bringing together a small group of D/deaf, disabled and neurodivergent artists in a supportive, collaborative environment.

Program Highlights

Explore and develop your artistic practice
Exchange ideas with other artists
Engage in workshops led by disabled artists
Build skills in professional development
Reflect, rest, and reconnect with your creativity

Residency Activities

Daily morning practice and warm-ups
Workshops in choreography, improvisation, dramaturgy, music, and accessible performance
Artist-led sessions and creative exploration time
Professional development sessions (producing, marketing, access, touring, funding)
Group reflection and open sharing

Eligibility

We are seeking 4 D/deaf, disabled and neurodivergent dance artists based in the UK, with priority given to Scotland-based artists.

When & Where

Location:

Dance Base, Edinburgh

Dates: 21-24 September 2026

What’s Included

Artist bursary (amount to be confirmed)
Travel
Accommodation
Per diems
Access costs

How to Apply

Please submit the following:

An artistic statement responding to: Why is this opportunity important to you and your growth as an artist?
The artistic statement(s) should be no longer than 1 A4 page, or a 2-3 minute video, or a 2-3 minute audio recording.
A link to a 5-minute video of your work.
Your website or portfolio (if available).

We welcome applications in accessible formats: written, video or audio recording, BSL.

To submit your applications please email your artistic statement, link to video and website / portfolio to our Engagement Manager at by 26th June 2026.

More Information

For more information regarding the residency and how to apply please visit

Support

We recognise that applying for opportunities takes time, energy and care, and we truly value the effort behind every application. If you have any questions or need support with your application, please contact us at

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