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SJD is recruiting for a Lead Dance Artist (Window into the Tempest)

Shobana Jeyasingh Dance is recruiting for a Lead Dance Artist (Window into the Tempest)

Window into the Tempest is the national engagement programme running alongside SJD’s 2025–26 touring production We Caliban.

We are looking for a Lead Dance Artist, who will co-design and co-deliver the Window into the Tempest programme with fellow artists and the Engagement Team. This is a key creative role in shaping session plans, movement ideas, and workshop delivery, while supporting the development of an Early Career Dance Artist.

To apply for the role please send a CV supported by a covering letter or a video/ audio file to jobs@shobanajeyasingh.co.uk no later than noon, 12pm on Thursday 10 July 2025.

SJD has a strong commitment to a diverse workforce, supporting and encouraging a team from a variety of backgrounds, experiences and skillsets while offering flexible working arrangements. We actively encourage applications from artists who identify as underrepresented, including global majority, neurodivergent, disabled and/or d/Deaf, LGBTQIA+, working class, and/ or from regions outside London.

Click below for our Job Pack and Equal Opportunities form:

SJD- Lead Dance Artist (Window into the Tempest)

Freelance, approx. 30 days between August 2025 – April 2026. £250 per day

Equal Opportunities Form

Deadline: Noon, 12pm on Thursday 10 July 2025.

For invited artists:

Tuesday 22 July: half-day workshop audition for invited artists (location TBC but will be in London)
Wednesday 23 July: Zoom discussion/ interviews with invited artists
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Should you wish to submit your application in another way, would like to speak to someone about any adjustments, have any questions or would like to discuss the role before you apply you can email admin@shobanajeyasingh.co.uk. We will work to accommodate access needs and encourage you to share what will support your success in the role.

We welcome your application.

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