SEEKING DANCERS FOR DISCOFOOT IN WEST HOLLYWOOD

 The 2026 World Cup will take place from June 11, 2026 to July 19, 2026. The City of West Hollywood will participate by hosting performances of Discofoot in their “Fan Zone” in West Hollywood Park (647 N. San Vicente Blvd.) from June 26-28, 2026. 

The project is looking for professional contemporary dancers with strong technical backgrounds to participate in 4 performances of Discofoot – an ass kickin’, DJ spinnin’, maybe even twerkin’ free-styling battle, where the rules of soccer are twisted and thrashed by dance. 

Choreographed by Petter Jacobsson and Thomas Caley, Discofoot is a match/performance played using the basic forms, placement and rules of European football (Soccer). BUT, with one defining factor. To move and/or travel on the field all are required to dance. Never at rest, a continuous improvisation develops that follows the ball but also pays close attention to artistic merit “the battle”, which is a key element to winning the game. The performance is ca. 45-minutes long and very physical, as the field is active at all times. 

The work thrives with a diverse group of dancers! So, we are looking for performers of all gender identities with strong personal performance qualities and experience in a variety of forms and styles. That said, a familiarity with ballet technique and a basic knowledge of soccer is a plus. 

Most importantly the ideal candidate is open to making instantaneous creative decisions, generating material and comfortable and experienced with improvisation in the creative and performance process. 

This opportunity is open to dancers ages 18 and up. Residents of West Hollywood and Los Angeles County are encouraged to apply. Applicants can audition by submitting the following materials via THIS LINK: 

VIDEO: 

2-minutes Max. – open improvisation, no music 

2-minutes Max. – known material, existing rep/choreography 

1-minute Max. – “disco” dance like no one is watching, let us hear your favorite music selection! 

Please include a professional CV and a photo with your submission. Only complete applications will be considered. 

Applicants will be selected and notified from their CV and video material for an in-person audition May 22 – 24, 2026 in West Hollywood, CA. 

APPLICATION DEADLINE: MARCH 31, 2026 

Dancers must be available for rehearsals in West Hollywood, CA or alternative location in Los Angeles County from June 1 – June 25, performances to take place June 26 – 28, 2026. Dancers will be compensated at $40/hour for a three-week rehearsal period, and $1600/week for performances. 

This project is managed by The Blanket – please direct all inquiries to info@theblanket.org