The deadline for the SSDC Observerships is Sept. 10. This is from my application:

“My artistic development is rather like a teenager with growing pains. Fast, big, and awkward. I directed and choreographed three shows in 2006, the last one which was an original piece based on my own method of improvised choral physical theater, and I got away with it. I direct workshops on this method around the country. It almost feels too good to be real. I’ve achieved some big goals early, but at the cost of calm and confidence in my technique. I’m looking to find that through learning and observing.

I find myself cautiously proud of my results, my finished productions – and confident they will improve – but, like many young directors, not contented in my process. I need to learn by watching more older directors, who have the “process” part down, who know the tricks of the trade – how to incorporate text changes or tough notes. “