News
Dance/NYC will be Closed Friday, January 30, 2026 in Observance of the General Strike
In solidarity with Minnesota, Dance/NYC will participate in the National Shutdown on Friday, January 30, 2026, a nationwide day of no school, no work, and no shopping. Our offices will be closed for the day, and we will be signing on in support of the National Shutdown and its collective messaging.…
Dance/NYC Announces Appointment of New Executive Director Raquel Du Toit
On January 26, 2026, Dance/NYC will welcome Raquel Du Toit as Executive Director, ushering in a pivotal era grounded in sustainability, collective care, and long-term support for the dance field.…
Introducing Raquel Du Toit, Dance/NYC’s New Executive Director
As Dance/NYC enters a new calendar year with renewed energy and a clarity of purpose as an organization, I am thrilled to introduce myself, Raquel Du Toit (she/ella/they), as the new Executive Director of Dance/NYC, starting January 26, 2026.…
Advocacy Alert: Tell Your Council Member NYC Needs Affordable Artist Housing
Join Dance/NYC and tell your Council Member to co-sponsor the new artist housing bill.
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Dance/NYC State of the Organization Address & Winter Break 2025
To care for our team and prepare for the year ahead, Dance/NYC will be closed from Thursday, December 25 through Wednesday, December 31, 2025 for winter break.…
Dance Worker Digest | November 2025
This month brought major developments shaping the landscape for cultural workers, from national protest actions to new labor agreements on Broadway. Federal efforts to limit state authority over AI continue to raise concern, while New York City advances a bill that could expand access to affordable housing for artists. Together, these shifts reflect the pressures and possibilities facing our field as we close out the year.
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Explore Dance/NYC’s Free Tools + Resources for the Dance Community
Whether you’re looking to connect, learn, or share your work, Dance/NYC has resources to help you thrive. From professional development to free promotional tools, explore what’s available to support you and your dance journey.…
Advocacy Alert: Urge Govenor Hochul to Sign the RAISE Act for AI Protections
Urge Govenor Hochul to Sign the RAISE Act for AI Protections
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