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Lydia Johnson Dance in rehearsals for the 2024 Season at the Martha Graham Studio Theater Premiere - December 4, 5, & 8, 2024 “It’s deeply meaningful to me that our company is returning to the same studio theater where many of my early works were performed. At the heart of my work is a sense of the shared human experience. Music is an integral part for my choreographic process and this season includes dances, recent and from the past, set to four evocative scores.“ Lydia Johnson founded Lydia Johnson Dance in 1999, creating a body of work characterized by emotional gestures, a connection to the human story, and a deep relationship with music. Her choreography has been performed at Jacob's Pillow, 92nd Street Y, New York Live Arts, Kaatsbaan Cultural Park, and other renowned venues. Her creative process often reflects her life as a mother, with children featured in the casts of several works. Johnson trained on scholarship at The Ailey School and with Twyla Tharp company members, including Sara Rudner. ?? 1-4: LJD dancers in rehearsal for "Chapters" (2023). Photos by Steven Pisano. ?? 5-6: Lydia Johnson in rehearsals with LJD dancers and featured children for her World Premiere?"Legacy." Photos by Steven Pisano. *Find upcoming works by female choreographers and SO MUCH MORE in DDP's weekly Global Update: Bailey's Blog, on our website #DanceDataProject #Dance #GenderEquity #FemaleChoreographers #LydiaJohnsonDance #BaileysBlog

UPCOMING DEADLINES // November & December 2024 11/25 - 2025 Bronx Dance Fund 11/26 - Rauschenberg Medical Emergency Grants 11/30 - CounterPointe Choreographers Call 12/1 - University of Illinois Kate Neal Kinley Memorial Fellowship 12/2 - Public Art for Spatial Justice 12/6 - 2024 Idea Capital Grant Visit DanceDataProject.com to find even more open applications! #DanceDataProject #GenderEquity #UpcomingDeadlines #Fellowships #Scholarships #Grants #Applications

Natosha Washington's I AM // Repertory Dance Theater Premiere - November 21-23, 2024 About Natosha - Born in the south, and now living in Utah, Natosha Washington received her BFA in Modern Dance at the U of Utah in 2005. Since then she concurrently creates dance, teaches and serves the community, e.g. on the Salt Lake school district’s Equity Task Force or performing at the Martin Luther King Jr Day celebration. She first taught at Judge Memorial High, then Northwest Middle and now at West High, serving as its art department chair, dance specialist and dance company director. She received the award for Best Of State for all Public Education K-12 while at Northwest. Professional and collegiate companies in Utah, Idaho, W. Virginia and Texas have performed her work. Negotiating stereotyping, privilege, and identity each day as a Black woman, Washington embraces the challenges presented. Recognizing that art is only as strong as the community it serves, she focuses on illuminating and facilitating mutual respect and understanding as a teacher, mentor, creator and community leader. Photo credit: Sharon Kain *Find upcoming works by female choreographers and SO MUCH MORE in DDP's weekly Global Update: Bailey's Blog, on our website #DanceDataProject #Dance #GenderEquity #FemaleChoreographers #RepertoryDanceTheater

Marguerite Donlon in rehearsal for her recent world premiere // BalletX's Fall Series 2024 Premiered November 13-17, 2024 Marguerite Donlon, praised for her “dizzyingly inventive scenes” (Irish Times), creates dynamic and poetic works with a touch of humor. Her premiere, inspired by the Irish dance of her youth and set to an original score by Paul Calderone, embodies transformation through imagination, determination, and courage. Photo credit: Tara Keating *Find upcoming works by female choreographers and SO MUCH MORE in DDP's weekly Global Update: Bailey's Blog, on our website #DanceDataProject #Dance #GenderEquity #FemaleChoreographers #BalletX

In rehearsal for Diana Crowder's recent world premiere work // Pegasus Contemporary Ballet's program Forever For A Moment Premiered November 9, 2024 About Diana (Artistic Director & Founder) - Diana is a graduate of Canada’s National Ballet School in Toronto, where she was accepted to attend at the age of 13. At 18, she started her professional career with Tulsa Ballet and then joined Texas Ballet Theater for five seasons. Diana went on to pursue a varied and artistically fulfilling freelance career, dancing professionally for the National Choreographic Initiative in Irvine CA, Dances Patrelle in NYC, ARC Dance in Seattle, Ishida Dance in Austin, Dallas Neo-Classical Ballet, and Ballet Dallas, as well as several guest performances, projects, and ballet teaching throughout the Dallas area. Over the course of her career, she has performed works by Christopher Wheeldon, Twyla Tharp, Sir Kenneth MacMillan, George Balanchine, Glen Tetley, Ohad Naharin, and Ben Stevenson. Diana has also had the opportunity to create and perform world premiere works by Hailey von Schlehenried, Bruce McCormick, Durante Verzola, Carter Alexander, Kevin Jenkins, Silas Farley, Jonathan Watkins, Garret Smith, and Alex Ketley. Video courtesy of Pegasus Contemporary Ballet *Find upcoming works by female choreographers and SO MUCH MORE in DDP's weekly Global Update: Bailey's Blog, on our website #DanceDataProject #Dance #GenderEquity #FemaleChoreographers #PegasusContemporaryBallet

Rena Butler in rehearsal for her recent world premiere work // SFDanceworks' Season 7 Premiered November 8-10, 2024 About Rena - Rena Butler hails from Chicago, IL, and began her studies at The Chicago Academy for the Arts. She studied overseas at Taipei National University of the Arts in Taiwan, and received her BFA from SUNY Purchase Conservatory of Dance. Rena performed with companies including Hubbard Street Dance Chicago, AIM by Kyle Abraham, Bill T. Jones/Arnie Zane Company, David Dorfman Dance, The Kevin Wynn Collection, Pasos Con Sabor Salsa Dance Company, and Gibney Company. Photo credit: Dana Genshaft *Find upcoming works by female choreographers and SO MUCH MORE in DDP's weekly Global Update: Bailey's Blog, on our website #DanceDataProject #Dance #GenderEquity #FemaleChoreographers #SFDanceworks #RenaButler

Lucy Merz in rehearsal for her recent world premiere work // Indianapolis Ballet's program New Works Premiered November 7-10, 2024 About Lucy - Born in Cincinnati, Ohio, and raised in Pittsburgh, PA, Lucy Merz began her training at The Pittsburgh Youth Ballet, before joining the Ballet West Academy in Salt Lake City in 2015. In 2019 she joined the Pacific Northwest Ballet as a scholarship student in their Professional Division. Upon graduating in 2021 she accepted an Apprentice contract with the Indianapolis Ballet, and was promoted to the Corps in 2022. She has choreographed two works for the company, and is a faculty member and YAGP coach for the School of Indianapolis Ballet. She has attended summer courses with Pacific Northwest Ballet, San Francisco Ballet, and The School of American Ballet. Lucy’s favorite ballets to have performed include Balanchine’s The Four Temperaments, Valse Fantasie, Concerto Barocco, and Walspurgis Nacht as well as Septime Webre’s Romeo and Juliet, and Viva Vivaldi by Gerald Arpino. Video credits: Maria Maccaroni *Find upcoming works by female choreographers and SO MUCH MORE in DDP's weekly Global Update: Bailey's Blog, on our website #DanceDataProject #Dance #GenderEquity #FemaleChoreographers #IndianapolisBallet

Lauren Lovette in rehearsal with Paul Taylor Dance Company dancers for the company's residency at Lincoln Center November 5 through 24 Statement from Lauren - "This Taylor season is a vibrant celebration of choreographic diversity and musical exploration. I am thrilled to present three distinct works, reflecting our company’s resilience in the wake of our founder’s passing, global unrest, and financial challenges. Despite these hurdles, our growing company has embraced risk and innovation, led by Artistic Director Michael Novak’s unwavering creativity and deep love for our art. It’s an honor to be part of this organization, dedicated to preserving Paul Taylor’s legacy while supporting Michael’s inspiring vision. This season promises to be truly moving, especially with our opening night—a gift to our city, with tickets priced at just $10. We are committed to delivering the highest quality performance to as many people as possible. I am particularly honored that 'Echo' was chosen for this event, featuring the electrifying live music of Time for Three, stunning designs by Zac Posen, and the passionate support of the Orchestra of St. Luke’s. This work is not only a tribute to artistry but also a poignant call to healing, emphasizing the strength and unity among the Taylor men. Following the thrilling opening, I am excited to present two world premieres: 'Chaconne in Winter' and 'Recess.' Inspired by my collaboration with Time for Three, 'Chaconne in Winter' captures the ethereal beauty of snowflakes, exploring the delicate dance of two beings as they find and lose each other, much like snowflakes swirling in the winter air. The music breathes life into this piece, infusing it with sharp contrasts and quiet moments. 'Recess,' inspired by the nostalgia of childhood play, challenges my choreographic boundaries with its angular movements and playful spirit. Together, these works encapsulate a journey of creativity, resilience, and the joy of dance." Photo credit: Erin Baiano #DanceDataProject #Dance #GenderEquity #FemaleChoreographers #PTDC #LaurenLovette

Micaela Taylor in rehearsal for WALTZ IN THE DARK // Vitacca Ballet Premiered November 1-3, 2024 Choreographer note on "Waltz in the Dark" - "A distorted view of glamour. What is it like to be behind the veil of a highly valued image? The cast explores a breaking down of construct that has been viewed unbreakable." Photo credit: Tati Vice *Find upcoming works by female choreographers and SO MUCH MORE in DDP's weekly Global Update: Bailey's Blog, on our website #DanceDataProject #Dance #GenderEquity #FemaleChoreographers #VitaccaBallet

In October, L.A. Dance Project presented LAUNCH:LA 4 Artists Charissa Kroeger + Evan Sagadencky and Kevin Zambrano + Julia Eichten in a double-bill program featuring new work created during their LAUNCH:LA residency. LAUNCH:LA is LADP's residency program supporting Los Angeles-based emerging artists in the creation and presentation of new work. Each LAUNCH:LA artist receives three weeks of rehearsal space, monetary support, and production resources to create new dance-centered work that is presented to audiences at 2245, LADP's theater and studio space, at the culmination of the residency. Photo credit: Skye Schmidt Varga *Find upcoming works by female choreographers and SO MUCH MORE in DDP's weekly Global Update: Bailey's Blog, on our website #DanceDataProject #Dance #GenderEquity #FemaleChoreographers #LADP