SCDT June 2026 Space Grant Application 
The School for Contemporary Dance and Thought ( SCDT ) is excited to announce the SCDT Space Grant for Summer 2026. East-coast based dance artists are encouraged to apply for this week-long space residency in Northampton, MA. 
Please apply by March 20, 2026, 11:59pm EST. 

APPLICATION LINK

What SCDT is providing:

FREE Rehearsal Space in the Workroom at 33 Hawley St., Northampton, MA from June 8-12, 2026. Space is open from 9am-3pm for your rehearsal time.
Opportunities for community engagement via workshop, lecture, or performance on a return trip, Fall 2026 (exact dates TBD between SCDT and chosen applicant). 

Please note: this is a space residency, there is no monetary compensation and housing is not included. 

About SCDT
THE SCHOOL FOR CONTEMPORARY DANCE & THOUGHT ?(SCDT) is a performance, research, and education platform for artists of all ages to engage in experimentation and continued learning through dance. The school maintains virtual and physical spaces to connect local, regional, and international artists through programming that emphasizes multiplicity, curiosity, and personal choice. 

Central to SCDT's purpose is an abiding respect for the tradition and history of dance while continuing to challenge established concert dance ideals and contribute to the evolution of the field. Through artist talks, performances, classes, and workshops, SCDT engages artists and the public in thoughtful movement practices and experiences. SCDT prioritizes and is committed to programs that support the needs of independent artists at every stage in their careers and their creative processes, from research and development to production. The team at SCDT is comprised of working artists who support creators in their art-making, as well as connect the public, university communities, and local and regional organizations.