NACHMO PITTSBURGH Frequently Asked Questions:
How do I register and what all is entailed?
Registration is relatively straightforward. You will fill out a Google Form with the Pittsburgh Hub via the NACHMO Pgh landing page. Basic questions will be asked on the form and a work sample will be asked for to submit (so we can see your style)
Is there a fee?
There is a $15 fee to cover rental and production costs.
When and where is the performance? Do I have to be a part of it?
The performance in 2024 will be located at the Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre upstairs studio. This is a casual studio showing with minimal tech. Costumes encouraged. Saturday, February 17.
No, you do NOT have to be a part of the showcase! We will need to know performance commitments by January 31.
All performers will receive one complimentary ticket to the show.
What is the purpose of the January Challenge?
The January Challenge is meant to inspire new works of art. Preferably, we want you to show something new and we want you to take the prompts as creative encouragement to challenge yourself outside your tendencies and habits.
For example, if you are used to choreographing for a proscenium stage only and your medium encourages a very frontal perspective, one of the prompts might challenge you to experiment with performing in the round.
What can I expect and what are the expectations of me?
You can expect to receive bi-weekly choreographic prompts to experiment with starting January 8-January 31!
You will need space to rehearse and play in.
You will have an opportunity to show your finalized or work in progress product at the showcase.
You will learn more about the Pittsburgh dance community and potentially make new friends while networking.
We expect you to take these prompts seriously and keep us (and the world!) up to date on how these prompts are altering your choreography.
We expect you to post via social media frequently (at least once a week) and tag #nachmopgh or @nachmopgh with the prompts!
We expect good communication between us and you.
When is registration?
This year, registration begins Friday, December 1 and ends January 8.
For more inquiries please email [email protected]
Registration is relatively straightforward. You will fill out a Google Form with the Pittsburgh Hub via the NACHMO Pgh landing page. Basic questions will be asked on the form and a work sample will be asked for to submit (so we can see your style)
Is there a fee?
There is a $15 fee to cover rental and production costs.
When and where is the performance? Do I have to be a part of it?
The performance in 2024 will be located at the Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre upstairs studio. This is a casual studio showing with minimal tech. Costumes encouraged. Saturday, February 17.
No, you do NOT have to be a part of the showcase! We will need to know performance commitments by January 31.
All performers will receive one complimentary ticket to the show.
What is the purpose of the January Challenge?
The January Challenge is meant to inspire new works of art. Preferably, we want you to show something new and we want you to take the prompts as creative encouragement to challenge yourself outside your tendencies and habits.
For example, if you are used to choreographing for a proscenium stage only and your medium encourages a very frontal perspective, one of the prompts might challenge you to experiment with performing in the round.
What can I expect and what are the expectations of me?
You can expect to receive bi-weekly choreographic prompts to experiment with starting January 8-January 31!
You will need space to rehearse and play in.
You will have an opportunity to show your finalized or work in progress product at the showcase.
You will learn more about the Pittsburgh dance community and potentially make new friends while networking.
We expect you to take these prompts seriously and keep us (and the world!) up to date on how these prompts are altering your choreography.
We expect you to post via social media frequently (at least once a week) and tag #nachmopgh or @nachmopgh with the prompts!
We expect good communication between us and you.
When is registration?
This year, registration begins Friday, December 1 and ends January 8.
For more inquiries please email [email protected]