Rotterdam International Duet Choreography Competition is pleased to announce the appointment of Marijn Bellaard as the new business manager, starting on 1st October 2024. With this decision, the organization has chosen a young and ambitious professional from Rotterdam’s cultural sector. As a cultural entrepreneur, Marijn is ready to collaborate with artistic directors Maya Roest and Mischa van Leeuwen to further develop the successful course of the organization.
RIDCC is committed to promoting innovation and nurturing emerging choreographic talent. Under Marijn’s business leadership, the organization aims to advance its mission of creating opportunities for collaboration and artistic excellence within the dance world.
Maya Roest and Mischa van Leeuwen: “We are delighted to welcome Marijn to the RIDCC team. His fresh perspective and enthusiasm for the dance world will contribute to RIDCC’s continued success and elevate the organization to new heights. We look forward to a successful collaboration.”
In recent years, Marijn has been involved as the business manager for choreographer Ryan Djojokarso, dance company The100Hands, and talent development organization IMPACT.
Marijn: “RIDCC is a unique organization that has grown at an impressive pace to become a competition of international renown. I am very much looking forward to working with Mischa, Maya, and the RIDCC team to continue building on this remarkable organization in the coming years. Deeply rooted in the dance city of Rotterdam, and with an ever-growing international audience, I am excited about the upcoming and promising editions.”
RIDCC looks to the future with confidence and is convinced that Marijn’s vision, passion, and dedication will contribute to the continued growth of the organization.
13th September 2024
