CALL FOR PROPOSALS
2027 Isadora Duncan International Symposium
RADICAL FREEDOM: DANCE, LIBERATION, AND THE BODY
June 29-July 2, 2027 in Paris (France)

We are pleased to announce the CALL FOR PROPOSALS for the 5th Isadora Duncan International Symposium, taking place in Paris, France, from June 29–July 2, 2027 which will mark the 150th birthday as well as the centenary of her death. This event is made possible through the generous collaboration of the conservatoires municipaux of the City of Paris.

Location: Conservatoire Municipal du 13e Arrondissement, 67 Avenue Edison, 75031 Paris, France

Theme: RADICAL FREEDOM: DANCE, LIBERATION, AND THE BODY

Inspired by the enduring legacy of Isadora Duncan, this international gathering will bring together artists, scholars, educators, students, and interdisciplinary practitioners from around the world for four days of dialogue, movement, research, performance, and exchange. Together, we will explore how dance engages with freedom, resistance, creativity, and the expressive potential of the body across historical, contemporary, and future perspectives.

ALL SESSION PROPOSALS SHOULD ADDRESS THE CONFERENCE THEME.

PLEASE SUBMIT ONE FORM PER PROPOSED SESSION, MAXIMUM 3 PROPOSALS PER APPLICANT.

Proposal Due Date: September 15, 2026

Notification Date: December 15, 2026

Session Formats can include:

-Movement-based session

-Movement+presentation/lecture

-Scholarly research presentation

-Panel discussion

-Informal performance presentations

-Dance Film or video screening

-Other innovative or interdisciplinary formats

 

Performance Presentations:

Performances will be programmed in the auditorium, the studio, or other locations-see submission options in the form. Suitable for works-in-progress, excerpts, or site-responsive performances.

 

We look forward to gathering a dynamic international community for four days of dialogue, practice, and exchange.

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All accepted presenters will be required to register and pay the registration fee.

PROGRAMS AND DETAILS SUBJECT TO CHANGE.

Click HERE to submit form

Duncan Legacy Project