This newly created Artist Residency Programme (ARP) will be awarded to one recipient on an annual basis.

The recipient will have free tuition and access to:

1. One session (6 classes) with John Gordon (On-Camera Scene Study)
2. One session (6 classes) with Shaun McComb (On-Camera Scene Study)
3. One session (5-6 classes) with Peter N. Bailey (Voice Study)
4. Three hours of business coaching with Cynthia Chan

Applications will be accepted for the 2022-23 Residency until April 30, 2022 (6:00pm EST)

Short-listed candidates will be granted an interview mid-May and the recipient of the 2022-2023 ARP will be notified by June 15, 2022.

The 2022-23 ARP will begin July 1, 2022 and end June 30, 2023.

ARP Information Package:

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

1. Completed ARP Google Application Form including headshot + resume/artistic CV.
2. Reference letter from a member of the artistic community.
3. Personal essay (500-1000 words).
4. Video submission – maximum 3 minutes demonstrating a sample of your art form.

What is the selection process?

• Applications due by April 30, 2022 (6:00pm EST)
• Selection committee (Cynthia Chan, John Gordon, Shaun McComb, Peter Bailey and Britt MacLennan) will review applicants from May 1-15, 2022.
• Short-listed candidates will be contacted for an online interview by May 15, 2022.
• Interviews will be held on May 27, 2022.
• ARP Recipient will be notified by June 15, 2022.

What should I focus on in the Essay and Video portion of the application?

Essay (min. 500 words, max. 1000 words):
Please tell us your story, why you want to study acting at The Dirt + why you are applying for the ARP.

Video Submission (max. 3 minutes):
Please show us a sample of your art form (i.e. monologue, dance, musical performance, scene you directed).

What will the selection committee be looking for when choosing the Residency recipient?

• Applicant is curious and embracing of The Dirt’s philosophy towards acting and artistic pursuits.
• Special consideration for people who identify as BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, Person of Colour).
• Applicant has faced adversity + hardship while pursuing acting or another art form.
• How will studying at The Dirt for a year impact the applicant’s artistic future?

What are the goals of creating the ARP?

• encourages people to apply who otherwise felt that they weren’t able to
• promotes equity, diversity and inclusion in our Dirt community
• allows The Dirt to be able to give back to the acting community
• gives The Dirt a way to connect with a wider artistic community

Who can apply to The Dirt’s ARP?

Anyone who has a passion for the arts can apply!

How do I apply?

Click here. The online application form will prompt you to upload all required documents.

Who can I contact for more information?

Cynthia Chan (Dirt’s Administrative Director) – info@dirtunderneath.com