MESSUMS CREATIVE
What is 4X20
Choreography
Platform?
The platform commissions two emerging choreographers to present one pre-existing and one newly developed choreographic work of up to 20 minutes each, with a maximum of 4 dancers.
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In addition to a financial commission and networking opportunities, the artists receive professional production and marketing support and free rehearsal space provided by our affiliated partners.
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Affiliated partners in 2023:
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We invite you to watch the recap films below on the journey of choreographers in 2022-2023 with 4X20 Platform.
2023 featuring Chandenie Gobardhan & John-William Watson
2023 featuring Roseanna Anderson & AOmaon Collective
For any questions or if you would like to support the platform,
please contact:
PRODUCER
Gabija Cepelyte
gabi@messumswiltshire.com
2022
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Supported 3 female-identifying choreographers
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Established the platform, premiering at Festival of Dance 2022
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Successful premiere with over160 audience
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3 community workshops welcoming over 60 participants
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Open dress rehearsals for youth and those unable to afford the show
2023
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Supported 2 choreographers
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Platform touring to 1 additional venue after premiere
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Estimated audience - 500+
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4 total community workshops, engaging over 80 participants
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4 partnerships built with dance organisations across the UK
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Financially supported by Jerwood Foundation and engaged long term benefactors
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in 2024 we envision...
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Supporting 2 choreographers
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Platform touring to 3 additional venues after premiere
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Estimated audience 1000+
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10 total community workshops, engaging over 200 participants
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Long term partnerships confirmed with at least 2 dance organisations
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Long term supporters confirmed, including foundations
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Supportive and engaged communities formed in each venue area making the event their own
in 2025 we envision...
​in addition to all activities sustained from 2024 onwards:
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Alumni tour
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TV/ Commercial engagement with the awards finale in London
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More self-sufficient platform against income from ticket and advertising