Dance Film Lab

Dance Film Lab
2012 Schedule 

About DFL

Dance Film Lab is a program of Dance Films Association, hosted by Dance New Amsterdam, and funded by the Lower Manhattan Cultural Council.

Organized and directed by Zach Morris of Third Rail Projects, the Dance Film Lab is  a community-building, monthly series for dance filmmakers to gather;  share information, methods, and tools; and address technical, practical and artistic challenges.

The Lab has two distinct facets:

  • Moderated Screenings which bring dance filmmakers together to present raw footage, drafts, works-in-progress and newly finished films to their peers for artist-centered, constructive feedback.
  • Master Classes and Panel Discussions led by top professionals focusing on filming/production, post-production and distribution.

Rates

Moderated Screenings
Free screening opportunities are only open to DFA and DNA members.
Non-Members cannot submit but may attend the lab for a drop-in fee of $10.

Master Classes and Panel Discussions
Offered at the significantly discounted rate of $10 for DFA and DNA Members.
Non-Members may drop in for $25.

*Learn more about membership with DFA and DNA. DNA and DFA also offer a discounted, joint membership for $70. Please contact brighid@dancefilms.org to inquire about this special.

Registration

Visit our Registration Page to sign up for a single class, moderated screenings, or for the whole series.
Instructions:

  • DFA Members
    Login as a Member
  • DNA Members
    Contact brighid@dancefilms.org for Discount Code
  • Non-Members
    Simply enter your email address as a New User
*Day-of attendees s are accepted. Payment accepted- Cash, Check, or Credit. Space is limited and open on a first come first served basis so we recommend registering in advance.

Submit

We’d love to screen your work at the next Moderated Screening.
To Submit:
Email  brighid@dancefilms.org with DFL Screening in the subject line and include the following:

  • Artist(s) name:
  • Contact Email:
  • Title:
  • Length:
  • State of development (raw footage, rough-cut, final edits, etc):
  • One sentence description

*Only DFA and DNA members may submit to screen their work. Screenings selected on a first come first served basis. Each Moderated Screening will include 4 works. Please remember that we can only screen material on DVD and that screened footage should be less than 10 minutes.  


Zach Morris is a Bessie Award-winning director and choreographer whose work includes site-specific performances, installation art, video and multi-media projects, and immersive performance environments.  He is particularly interested in creating projects that place contemporary art and performance in non-traditional contexts. He is Co-Director of Third Rail Projects, a nationally and internationally recognized collective of artists dedicated to reframing dance and performance and bringing art to the public.

 

 

Testimonials: Dance Film Lab

“When I go to Dance Film Lab, I am sure to have a good experience.  Whether I am showing my own video or appreciating and commenting on others’ videos, I learn about what makes dance film work. Zach is an excellent moderator, corralling the conversation toward supportive feedback, and giving spot-on feedback himself. All levels are welcome in this environment and people are helpful to each other, both by giving support and feedback, and also by exchanging practical tips.  I highly recommend this ongoing workshop.”
Elena TaJo, longtime DFA Member

It was incredibly helpful to get the responses I did from the wonderful people who attended the lab. I went into it expecting to have people tell me what I was doing right and what I was doing wrong, but I was blown away by how encouraging and constructive the feedback was. Before attending the lab I was a bit lost as to where to go with dance and film after this. Because of the conversations I had with the participants, I now know the direction I want to go and I am very excited about it! Being in an environment with people who love what I love, and do what I do is not only inspiring, but a great reminder that we all need a little feedback and that there are people out there who want to help and get involved. Overall my experience with the Dance Film Lab was great, and I would encourage anyone to submit their work because the responses they will get are nothing but respectful, honest, and enlightening.
Sophie Kuller

I was actually so inspired by the experience that I wrote the beginnings of a screenplay on the train on my way home [from Dance Film Lab]. Shortly thereafter, I founded my own dance film production company, DANCELEN(D)S.We released our first independent production – manouevres – on YouTube, with an incredible street crew and company called Project Valentine.That lab really helped me to move forward on the goals I had to explore dance film in my own way – and so I just wanted to reach out and say thank you! We’re looking forward to many more to come!
Jennifer Madison