welcome performer
We’re thrilled to let you know that you’ve been selected as one of just 20 performers for SUBSDANCE on September 26th in Berlin!
It was truly tough to choose from so many incredible submissions, so thank you for sharing your craft and your passion with us. It was an absolute pleasure to watch your work!
We can’t wait to create something unforgettable together.
This area is the performer area, where we store all important info regarding the show.
To get all news & ask all your questions, please send us an email to hello.subsdance@gmail.com and 1 month prior to the show we will invite you to join the WhatsApp performer group.
5 SEPT, NOT LATER! SUBMIT VIDEO OF PRE-PERFORMANCE IN YOUR PERSONAL DRIVE FILDER
FOR LIGHT CONCEPT & RUNNING ORDER
It's time to submit a video of the piece you'll perform on stage.
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Don’t worry! It doesn’t need to be perfect or professionally filmed. We just need to see the full piece from beginning to end, even if it's a cut or work-in-progress version.
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Please film it from one single angle, as if it were being viewed from one side of a 360° stage (there is no designated "front"). This helps us visualize how it will look from all directions.The purpose of this video is not to evaluate your performance quality. It's purely to help us with lighting design and planning the running order of the show.
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Please send a picture of your outfit, or describe it along with the colors and overall mood.
stage & venue
THEATRE - tak AUFBAU KREUZBERG, Prinzenstraße 85 F, 10969 Berlin
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tak Theater Aufbau is located in Kreuzberg, Berlin.
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The nearest subway station is Moritzplatz (U8 line), just a 2-minute walk from the theater.
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The area around the venue offers plenty of convenience and you’ll find supermarkets, restaurants, and various spots to grab a drink or a quick bite to eat. It’s a lively neighborhood with everything you might need before or after the show.
STAGE SET UP
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You’ll be performing on a round stage with a diameter of 4 meters. That means you’ll have 2 meters of space in every direction from the center pole to the edge. The stage is elevated 60 cm from the ground.
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There is a small platform with wide stairs to enter the stage. Don’t worry, someone will be there to assist you if needed up the stairs and onto the platform.
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The pole is approximately 3.5 meters high, but we recommend keeping your movement below 2–2.5 meters. While the stage area has high ceilings, some parts of the audience are seated under lower ceiling sections, if you climb too high, they may miss your performance. And you will be out of the light.
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The audience will be seated all around the stage in a circle, with the closest rows surrounding it directly. Additional seats are placed at a wider radius, as shown in the graphic attached
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POLE SPECS
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Diameter: 45mm
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Brand: X-Pole with X-Lock system
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Mode: Please choose either static or spinning before your performance or switching during your performance. We strongly advise against switching modes mid-piece to avoid technical complications.
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The pole will be cleaned between each performance by our team.
Please note:-
We do not apply grip products on the pole.
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You are not allowed to apply grip directly to the pole either, this ensures smooth transitions between performers.
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GENERAL PERFORMANCE NOTES:
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Avoid large or complex props that take time to set up. We're aiming for a smooth, immersive show, not a competition atmosphere.
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Keep in mind that you’re performing for a 360° audience. There is no front side. Choreograph your piece with all angles in mind.
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Our photographer and videographer will remain at one fixed position, but your focus should be on the audience as a whole.
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The performance space will be quite dark, with black as the dominant color including the stage floor.
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If you’re considering wearing darker colors, we just want to gently remind you that especially dark-colored heels can easily blend into the background and floor. This might make your movements less visible from a distance.
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Of course, we’ll do our best with the lighting to make sure every costume looks stunning, but keeping this in mind when planning your outfit and props.
show weekend schedule
Here is a template schedule, things might change last minute. We know many of you are coming from out of town, and you might not want to attend everything we offer and that’s totally fine! All events besides the show itself are completely optional. Especially the welcome get-together and dinners are just for fun if you have the time and feel like joining.
FRIDAY, SEPT 25 - midday:
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Workshops: Announcement follows soon
SATURDAY, SEPT 26: REHEARSAL & SHOW DAY
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from 11am: ARRIVAL performer
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11.30 am: PERFORMER BRIEFING
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11.45 am: REHEARSAL: Opening & Final with ALL performers
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12.15 pm: REHEARSAL: Performer in running-order SHOW PART 1
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1.30 pm: REHEARSAL performer in running-order SHOW PART 2
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4.00 pm: DOOR OPENS
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5.00 pm: SHOW PART 1 (official start, internal start buffer of 15min)
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6.45/7 pm: BREAK
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7.30/45 pm: SHOW PART 2
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9.15 pm: FINAL + SHOW ENDS + Cheers & Celebrate
SUNDAY, SEPT 27 & MONDAY, SEPT 28:
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Workshops: Announcement follows soon
WHAT TO BRING ON THE SHOW DAY:
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Of course, don’t forget your heels, costume, and everything you need for your stage piece. Also bring anything else that helps you feel ready for the stage: grip aids, liquid chalk, water, a towel, or whatever works best for you.
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The opening and finale will be group performances, as we really want to honor our show together.
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The opening and the finale will be choreographed by Tati Blue and we will practice both pieces during rehearsal day. Don’t worry, nothing will be too complicated or overwhelming.
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Dresscode Opening: You will get the briefing asap.
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For the finale, you’ll wear your own stage outfit with heels. Please be fully dressed and ready.