Dance Prize Viewers’ Vote Begins
- CĒSIS, Latvia – The annual Dance Prize Ceremony, scheduled for April 29 at the Concert Hall Cēsis, will include two awards based on votes from readers, organizers announced.
- Organizers note the diversity of nominated works makes categorization into "Production" and "Event" somewhat arbitrary.
- Individuals can vote once daily on lsm.lv by authenticating through a social media profile or email and selecting one entry in each category.
Latvian Dance Prize Ceremony too Feature Readers’ Choice Awards
Table of Contents
- Latvian Dance Prize Ceremony too Feature Readers’ Choice Awards
- Latvian Dance Prize: Your Guide to the Ceremony and Readers’ Choice Awards
- What is the latvian Dance Prize?
- When and Where is the 2024 Dance prize Ceremony?
- How Can I Watch the Dance Prize Ceremony?
- What are the Readers’ Choice Awards?
- How to Vote for the Readers’ Choice Awards
- Key Details About the Latvian Dance Prize
- Prominent Figures in the 2024 Dance Prize Ceremony Production
- Understanding the Readers’ Vote
- Where Can I Find More Information?
- Cēsis: A Hub for Culture
- Summary of The Latvian Dance Prize
CĒSIS, Latvia – The annual Dance Prize Ceremony, scheduled for April 29 at the Concert Hall Cēsis, will include two awards based on votes from readers, organizers announced. The ceremony will be streamed live on lsm.lv and replay.lv, with a delayed broadcast on LTV1.
Readers’ Vote Emphasizes Unity
Organizers note the diversity of nominated works makes categorization into “Production” and “Event” somewhat arbitrary. Judging will consider whether a work’s format is self-contained or possesses a broader context and influence within the dance industry.The readers’ vote combines performances across all genres, highlighting the award’s role in unifying the dance community.
How to Vote
Voting is open until 11:59 p.m. on April 24. Individuals can vote once daily on lsm.lv by authenticating through a social media profile or email and selecting one entry in each category. Voters will also be entered into a lottery for a chance to win two tickets to the Dance Prize Ceremony.The winner will be contacted directly.
Explore the Nominees
Detailed data about the nominees is available on the Dance Prize website: www.dejasbalva.lv.
Promotional Campaign
A promotional video has been released to highlight the breadth of Latvian dance events over the past two years and encourage public support for artists being recognized for thier work.
Ceremony Production Team
The ceremony’s production team includes director Jānis Znotiņš, assistant director Agate Bankava, screenwriter Ance Muižniece, visual artist Pamela Butane, choreographers Liene Grava and Reinis Rešetins (stage folk dance), Eiden William Konefriy (Ballet), Anastasia Yaswin and dancers (contemporary dances), composer Reinis Sējāns (musical design), video projection artist Tom Zeļģis, and lighting designer Martins Feldmanis.
About the Dance Prize
The Dance Prize, awarded biennially, is the highest honor in Latvian professional dance art. Recognition is given for achievements in ballet,contemporary dance,stage folk dance,and contemporary dance,encompassing new productions,performances,dance events,pedagogy,and research.The Latvian Dance Information Center organizes the Dance Prize in partnership with the Ministry of Culture and Cēsis Municipality.
Cēsis,as part of its bid to become the European Capital of Culture 2027,is implementing a series of cultural events with surrounding parishes. The city holds the title of Latvian Capital of Culture in 2025, with the motto “Culture in the heads, castles, backyards.”
More Information
Further details about the Dance Prize can be found at www.dejasbalva.lv and on social media: Facebook and Instagram (@dejasbalva).
Latvian Dance Prize: Your Guide to the Ceremony and Readers’ Choice Awards
What is the latvian Dance Prize?
The Latvian Dance Prize is the highest honor in Latvian professional dance art. It’s awarded biennially to recognize achievements in various dance forms, including ballet, contemporary dance, and stage folk dance.
When and Where is the 2024 Dance prize Ceremony?
The annual Dance Prize Ceremony is scheduled for April 29 at the Concert Hall Cēsis in Latvia. the city, which is also the Latvian Capital of Culture in 2025, is hosting this prestigious event.
How Can I Watch the Dance Prize Ceremony?
You can watch the ceremony live on lsm.lv and replay.lv. There will also be a delayed broadcast on LTV1.
What are the Readers’ Choice Awards?
The 2024 ceremony will feature two awards based on votes from readers. The readers’ vote combines performances across all genres, highlighting the award’s role in unifying the dance community.
How to Vote for the Readers’ Choice Awards
voting is open until 11:59 p.m. on April 24. to vote, go to lsm.lv, authenticate through a social media profile or email, and select one entry in each category (Production and Event). Voters will also be entered into a lottery for a chance to win two tickets to the Dance Prize Ceremony.
Key Details About the Latvian Dance Prize
Who Organizes the Dance Prize?
The Latvian Dance Information Center organizes the Dance Prize in partnership wiht the Ministry of Culture and Cēsis Municipality.
What Does the Dance Prize Recognize?
The award recognizes achievements in:
- Ballet
- Contemporary Dance
- Stage folk Dance
- Contemporary Dance
- New Productions
- Performances
- Dance Events
- Pedagogy
- Research
Prominent Figures in the 2024 Dance Prize Ceremony Production
The ceremony boasts a talented production team, including:
- Director: Jānis Znotiņš
- Assistant Director: Agate bankava
- Screenwriter: Ance Muižniece
- Visual Artist: pamela Butane
- Choreographers: Liene Grava, Reinis rešetins (stage folk dance), Eiden william Konefriy (Ballet), Anastasia Yaswin and dancers (contemporary dances)
- composer: Reinis Sējāns (musical design)
- Video Projection Artist: Tom zeļģis
- Lighting Designer: martins Feldmanis
Understanding the Readers’ Vote
The readers’ vote emphasizes inclusivity by considering performances across all dance genres. The organizers recognize the diversity in nominated works,which makes categorization into “Production” and “Event” somewhat arbitrary. The judging process considers the format of the work, whether its self-contained or has a more notable influence with the dance industry.
Where Can I Find More Information?
For more details about the Dance Prize:
- Visit the Dance Prize website: www.dejasbalva.lv
- Check out their social media: Facebook and Instagram (@dejasbalva).
Cēsis: A Hub for Culture
Cēsis isn’t just hosting the Dance Prize. The city is also implementing cultural events as part of its bid to become the European Capital of Culture 2027. It holds the title of Latvian Capital of Culture in 2025, with the motto “Culture in the heads, castles, backyards.”
Summary of The Latvian Dance Prize
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Main Event | annual Dance Prize Ceremony |
| Date & Location | April 29, Concert Hall Cēsis, Latvia |
| Awards | Recognizes achievements in various dance forms & readers’ choice awards |
| Reader’s Choice voting | Available on lsm.lv until April 24 |
| Organizer | Latvian Dance Information Center in partnership with the ministry of Culture and Cēsis Municipality |
| Website | www.dejasbalva.lv |