
MorDance
Nov 15 • Open call: Pre-registration required
At a Glance
- Gender
- All genders
- Styles
- Classical, Contemporary
- Pay
- Yes
Description
MorDance is seeking two company dancers for its 2027 season, and dancers of all gender identities are welcome to apply for either role.
Production Info
MorDance, a professional contemporary ballet company based in Dobbs Ferry, NY, is hiring two company dancers for our 2027 season.
Season: January through July and September through November 2027
Schedule: Full-day rehearsals on Tuesdays and Thursdays, beginning with company class at 9:20 am, plus monthly open rehearsals, performances, and pop-up events. All dancers are paid equally regardless of gender identity.
MorDance may also launch a paid apprentice program in Fall 2027, and dancers interested in an apprenticeship are encouraged to attend.
Founded in 2014 by Artistic Director Morgan McEwen, MorDance is a women-led professional contemporary ballet company creating original work that engages with social, environmental, and civic themes. Now based in Westchester, MorDance is the only professional ballet company in New York State between New York City and Syracuse and is building the MorDance Performing Arts & Cultural Center, with a 150-seat theater, opening in 2027.
Artistic Director: Morgan McEwen
Pay Details
$24/hour for rehearsals; $200 per performance; Metro-North train fare reimbursed.
Requirements
- Strong classical ballet technique who are excellent movers and partners and have strong contemporary abilities.
- Versatile, quick learners who enjoy the creative process and are passionate about connecting dance with community and storytelling.
- Ideal candidates are recent graduates of leading training programs or established professional dancers.
Roles
Company Dancer (lifting and partnering): a role that includes lifting and partnering.
Company Dancer (exceptional pointe work): a role that includes exceptional pointe work.
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