MA Dance Performance Placement at UL
The MA Contemporary Dance Performance at the University of Limerick has partnered with Luail – Ireland’s National Dance Company to offer up to two company placements starting in September 2026.
Where:
Irish World Academy of Music and Dance, University of Limerick
When:
Academic year 2026/27
Deadline for applications: 21 August 2026
This unique opportunity allows MA students to spend up to one semester embedded with the company, integrating professional experience into their postgraduate studies.
The MA in Contemporary Dance Performance is a one-year, full-time program designed for dance artists seeking an immersive, studio-based exploration of performance, choreography, and creative practice. Students engage in workshops, masterclasses, ensemble choreographies, solo-making, Screendance, and more—while building industry connections through collaborations with professional companies and festivals.
How to apply / register: If interested, you must apply to the MA Contemporary Dance Performance at the following link: https://www.ul.ie/gps/course/dance-performance-ma.
Auditions for the placements with Luail will take place in Dublin, during the week beginning 31August 2026. Applicants will be shortlisted in advance of this process.
Contact details: For further information, please contact Course Director, Dr Jenny Roche at Jenny.Roche@ul.ie
