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The festival has three programs to which local, national and international artists can apply throughout the year. The Inter|National Series focuses on artists in the U.S. and abroad. The James Ray Residency and Touring Project, and Spotlight on Seattle, feature artists in the greater Seattle region. More info >>
Please select the program appropriate to your geographic location related to Seattle, Washington, USA:
James Ray Residency and Touring Project
Deadline: November 14, 2025 at 11:59pm. | Eligibility: Seattle area-based artists
About:
Focusing on Seattle-area artists, the James Ray Residency and Touring Project includes financial support, touring development and support, free rehearsal space, arts consulting, and a fully produced performance at SIDF.
Spotlight on Seattle
Deadline: February 16, 2026 (11:59pm).| Eligibility: Seattle area-based artists
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Focusing on Seattle-area artists, this program provides a fully produced/paid evening as part of SIDF. The performance date is Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at 7:30pm.
Inter|National Series
Deadline: Ongoing | Eligibility: US and international artists outside the Seattle area.
About:
Focused on national and international artists beyond Seattle, this has been the primary program of SIDF since its inception. The application has two tracks; dance groups looking to exchange and those looking solely to perform at SIDF.