Casting Call for Burlesque Artists

Professional Pole Dancers, Burlesque Artists, and Cabaret Performers

Job Description

A paid entertainment opportunity is now open for experienced performers in Portugal’s Algarve region. Casting is underway for professional pole dancers, burlesque artists, cabaret performers, and stage entertainers to participate in a live performance event. Performers with strong stage presence and professional experience are encouraged to apply, with Portugal-based talent preferred.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as part of a professional live entertainment production.
• Deliver polished, engaging performances for audiences.
• Collaborate with the production team and fellow performers.
• Attend all scheduled performance dates and rehearsals as required.
• Maintain a professional appearance and performance standard.

Requirements

• Experienced pole dancers, burlesque artists, cabaret performers, or stage entertainers.
• Professional performance experience is required.
• Portugal-based performers are preferred.
• Must be available for performances in the Algarve on the scheduled dates.
• Submit professional photos and a performance showreel if available.
• Confirm your current location in Portugal and availability for all performance dates.

Compensation

• Paid performance opportunity.
• Professional live entertainment engagement.
• Opportunity to perform with an established production team.

Job Description

NOMADIS Dance is seeking up to six contemporary dancers to participate in an international dance residency in Madeira, Portugal. This residency marks the launch of the NOMADIS Dance Company and will involve creation, rehearsals, movement research, repertoire development, and a live public performance. The program is designed for dancers who thrive in intensive creative environments and are interested in collaborative artistic exploration.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in daily rehearsals and movement research sessions.
• Contribute to the creation and development of new contemporary dance work.
• Learn and perform repertoire developed during the residency.
• Collaborate closely with fellow dancers and artistic directors.
• Perform in a public presentation at the conclusion of the residency.
• Teach a 90-minute masterclass for NOMADIS Dance Retreats.

Requirements

• Strong contemporary dance technique.
• Comfortable working in an intensive, short-term creative process.
• Experience with partner work and lifts is welcomed.
• Proficiency in English is required.
• Ability to collaborate in an international artistic environment.
• Open to dancers of all nationalities.

Compensation Details

Participants will receive:

• Hotel accommodation for the full residency period.
• Meal provisions (to be confirmed).
• Public performance opportunity.
• Costuming and company attire.
• Professional photo and video documentation.
• International residency experience with a newly launched dance company.