Carte Blanche – Norwegian National Dance Company

Overview

Norway's national contemporary dance company is looking for experienced dancers and two trainees for the 2027/28 season. Apply via Lanced; the audition in Bergen is by invitation.

• Women & men

✓Requirements

• Experienced dancers: at least 3 years of professional experience in creative processes after graduating
• Trainees (2 places): experience in contemporary creation, born in 2003 or later
• Strong contemporary technique and improvisation
• Interest in cross-disciplinary work and collaboration with other artists
• Individual expression while staying aware of the group

✉What to send

1. CV
2. Short motivation letter (Norwegian or English) answering: 'What role can dance and the performing arts play in today's world, and where do you place Carte Blanche in it?'
3. Video uploaded to Lanced (max. 4 min), for example solo improvisation and short excerpts

€Contract & conditions

From August 2027 (2027/28 season). Trainees get a paid one-year contract. Salary follows the agreement with the Norwegian dance artists' union (NoDa), based on experience.

How to apply

Online via Lanced

⚠︎ Details can change. Always confirm on the official page before applying.