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opportunities for emerging artists
In 2026, FLING has a range of opportunities to connect, intensively train, up-skill and be employed for Emerging Artists across the national dance sector, filling an integral gap for early career artists to meaningfully engage with the industry and dance in the regions.
Keep your eyes on these projects and programs, and follow us on social media for up to date info.
Keep your eyes on these projects and programs, and follow us on social media for up to date info.
building momentum
series 1
June 1 - 19
FLING Studio, bega
3 full time weeks with acclaimed Australian dance artists
siobhan mckenna // rachel coulson // kimball wong
Radically up-skill your practice
Build new professional networks
Engage in unique performance experiences
Gain career assets and mentoring
Build new professional networks
Engage in unique performance experiences
Gain career assets and mentoring
what is building momentum?
Building Momentum is designed to meaningfully support emerging & early career artists into industry readiness.
This 3 week program running Monday - Friday includes intensive movement practice in the studio with leading Australian dance artists, the development of new technical and creative skills, mentorship from lead artists and FLING's Artistic Team, weekly performance practice in diverse spaces, plus practical tools and asset development to be ready for your next industry opportunity.
Invest intensively in your dance practice, build collective energy & connection with peers the industry, get to know the practices of industry experts and form lasting relationships with FLING and the artistic team.
Join a small cohort for the inaugural Building Momentum.
This program is partially subsided by funding from Creative Australia.
This 3 week program running Monday - Friday includes intensive movement practice in the studio with leading Australian dance artists, the development of new technical and creative skills, mentorship from lead artists and FLING's Artistic Team, weekly performance practice in diverse spaces, plus practical tools and asset development to be ready for your next industry opportunity.
Invest intensively in your dance practice, build collective energy & connection with peers the industry, get to know the practices of industry experts and form lasting relationships with FLING and the artistic team.
Join a small cohort for the inaugural Building Momentum.
This program is partially subsided by funding from Creative Australia.
*Building Momentum series 2 running from late August 2026 - launching soon*
the details
Visiting emerging artists live in the Bega Valley region for 3 weeks at own cost - FLING can support some connections to billeting or local accomodation
PROGRAM COST - $1650 for full 3 week program
FLING can provide letters of confirmation to emerging artists applying for funds to support their participation
PROGRAM COST - $1650 for full 3 week program
FLING can provide letters of confirmation to emerging artists applying for funds to support their participation
the TIMELINE
Extended deadline - Expressions of interest close // SUN 3 MAY - 9pm
Participants offers // MON 4 MAY
Deposit of $180 due // FRI 8 MAY
Full payment due // SAT 30 MAY
Participants offers // MON 4 MAY
Deposit of $180 due // FRI 8 MAY
Full payment due // SAT 30 MAY
professional training
Mondays 5:30 - 7pm
NEW!
Professional Training @ FLING
Monday's
FLING Studio
5:30 - 7pm
Join FLING's Dance Development Facilitator Chris Wade and Creative Director Beth Lane for Professional Training
WHO IS IT FOR?:
- Local professional dance/movement artists seeking regular training and connection with other artists
- Recent graduates at professional/pre- professional skill level looking to extend and maintain their movement practice
- Visiting dance artists looking to train and connect with the Bega Valley dance community
- This program is for experienced adult movers or by invitation for younger artists at the discretion of the FLING artistic team.
WHAT TO EXPECT?:
Professional training will be led by FLING's experienced artistic team and occasionally visiting artists.
Class will work through the contemporary movement practice of the lead artist, so expect variation between people.
Class will often move quickly with the expectation that participants are able to self manage and adjust content to their needs
Class will sometimes move slowly or deep dive into material with the expectation that participants can drive their own knowledge and curiosity.
Got questions about pro training? Email us [email protected]
Professional Training @ FLING
Monday's
FLING Studio
5:30 - 7pm
Join FLING's Dance Development Facilitator Chris Wade and Creative Director Beth Lane for Professional Training
WHO IS IT FOR?:
- Local professional dance/movement artists seeking regular training and connection with other artists
- Recent graduates at professional/pre- professional skill level looking to extend and maintain their movement practice
- Visiting dance artists looking to train and connect with the Bega Valley dance community
- This program is for experienced adult movers or by invitation for younger artists at the discretion of the FLING artistic team.
WHAT TO EXPECT?:
Professional training will be led by FLING's experienced artistic team and occasionally visiting artists.
Class will work through the contemporary movement practice of the lead artist, so expect variation between people.
Class will often move quickly with the expectation that participants are able to self manage and adjust content to their needs
Class will sometimes move slowly or deep dive into material with the expectation that participants can drive their own knowledge and curiosity.
Got questions about pro training? Email us [email protected]
FIRST FRIDAYS
SESSIOn 1
MAY 1st // 12noon
FREE & ONLINE
A FREE monthly online series for emerging artists opening real conversations about careers in the creative industries
SESSION 1:
A tool kit for transition - from independent artist to organisational leadership
FRI MAY 1st
12noon
The event is free with support from Creative Australia
First Fridays extends our youth development program Take the Pressure Down, offering a monthly online series that opens up real conversations about careers in the creative industries. Targeting independent and emerging artists from across Australia, the program connects participants with industry leaders to unpack vital topics like governance, budgets, leadership, communication, and networks. By demystifying the practical steps into creative careers, First Fridays builds community, addresses gaps in knowledge, and strengthens the capacity of independent artists, fostering a more connected and stable sector.
A tool kit for transition - from independent artist to organisational leadership
FRI MAY 1st
12noon
The event is free with support from Creative Australia
First Fridays extends our youth development program Take the Pressure Down, offering a monthly online series that opens up real conversations about careers in the creative industries. Targeting independent and emerging artists from across Australia, the program connects participants with industry leaders to unpack vital topics like governance, budgets, leadership, communication, and networks. By demystifying the practical steps into creative careers, First Fridays builds community, addresses gaps in knowledge, and strengthens the capacity of independent artists, fostering a more connected and stable sector.
