Celebrating its 10th Anniversary in 2025, Springback Academy is looking for up to 10 people to be mentored in quality dance criticism in the environment of Spring Forward. The Aerowaves annual festival will take place in Nova Gorica and Gorizia (Slovenia/Italy), 22–26 April 2025.
Under the guidance of four professional dance writers, 10 participants will hone their critical writing skills and have the chance to create, shape and share conversations about dance. It’s a fast-track route to gain experience and technique in responsible, effective, attractive dance journalism as well as to explore and understand the opportunities that digital publishing has to offer.
Springback Academy is open to writers based in Europe who are proficient in written and spoken English (not necessarily as a first language).
Successful applicants will receive mentorship, accommodation, agreed travel costs, hospitality, a pass to the Spring Forward festival and the opportunity to participate in future Springback activities, including Springback Assemblies and contributing to Springback Magazine.
