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Leadership transitions are moments of both vulnerability and possibility for dance organizations.
Read the full Data Byte to see the patterns shaping the field: dancedataproject.com/research.
Read the full Data Byte to see the patterns shaping the field: dancedataproject.com/research.
December 24, 2025 at 1:00 AM
Leadership transitions are moments of both vulnerability and possibility for dance organizations.
Read the full Data Byte to see the patterns shaping the field: dancedataproject.com/research.
Read the full Data Byte to see the patterns shaping the field: dancedataproject.com/research.
DDP releases the Number of Dancers By Company Report—including 2025–2026 rosters—responding to strong community interest.
🔗 Read the full report at dancedataproject.com/research.
🔗 Read the full report at dancedataproject.com/research.
December 23, 2025 at 6:02 PM
DDP releases the Number of Dancers By Company Report—including 2025–2026 rosters—responding to strong community interest.
🔗 Read the full report at dancedataproject.com/research.
🔗 Read the full report at dancedataproject.com/research.
In rehearsal with Colorado West Ballet // The Nutcracker
Performances: December 18-23, 2025
Photos by Jamie Pietrack.
#DanceDataProject #GenderEquity #BaileysBlog #Dance #FemaleChoreographers
Performances: December 18-23, 2025
Photos by Jamie Pietrack.
#DanceDataProject #GenderEquity #BaileysBlog #Dance #FemaleChoreographers
December 23, 2025 at 2:05 AM
In rehearsal with Colorado West Ballet // The Nutcracker
Performances: December 18-23, 2025
Photos by Jamie Pietrack.
#DanceDataProject #GenderEquity #BaileysBlog #Dance #FemaleChoreographers
Performances: December 18-23, 2025
Photos by Jamie Pietrack.
#DanceDataProject #GenderEquity #BaileysBlog #Dance #FemaleChoreographers
In rehearsal with Ballet Co. Laboratory // The Snow Queen
Performances: December 19-21, 2025
The Snow Queen is inspired by Hans Christian Andersen’s tale and choreographed by Artistic Director Zoé Henrot.
Performances: December 19-21, 2025
The Snow Queen is inspired by Hans Christian Andersen’s tale and choreographed by Artistic Director Zoé Henrot.
December 15, 2025 at 2:02 PM
In rehearsal with Ballet Co. Laboratory // The Snow Queen
Performances: December 19-21, 2025
The Snow Queen is inspired by Hans Christian Andersen’s tale and choreographed by Artistic Director Zoé Henrot.
Performances: December 19-21, 2025
The Snow Queen is inspired by Hans Christian Andersen’s tale and choreographed by Artistic Director Zoé Henrot.
In rehearsal with Confluence Ballet Co. // The Jazz Nutcracker
Performances: December 13-14, 2025
Video by Grace E. Wellmon, courtesy of Confluence Ballet Co.
#DanceDataProject #GenderEquity #BaileysBlog #Dance #FemaleChoreographers
Performances: December 13-14, 2025
Video by Grace E. Wellmon, courtesy of Confluence Ballet Co.
#DanceDataProject #GenderEquity #BaileysBlog #Dance #FemaleChoreographers
December 13, 2025 at 2:01 PM
In rehearsal with Confluence Ballet Co. // The Jazz Nutcracker
Performances: December 13-14, 2025
Video by Grace E. Wellmon, courtesy of Confluence Ballet Co.
#DanceDataProject #GenderEquity #BaileysBlog #Dance #FemaleChoreographers
Performances: December 13-14, 2025
Video by Grace E. Wellmon, courtesy of Confluence Ballet Co.
#DanceDataProject #GenderEquity #BaileysBlog #Dance #FemaleChoreographers
In rehearsal with Dalia Rawson // The San Jose Nutcracker // New Ballet
Performances: December 13-23, 2025
Video courtesy of New Ballet. Featuring dancer Jazlyn Quezada as Queen of Snow.
#DanceDataProject #GenderEquity #BaileysBlog #Dance #FemaleChoreographers
Performances: December 13-23, 2025
Video courtesy of New Ballet. Featuring dancer Jazlyn Quezada as Queen of Snow.
#DanceDataProject #GenderEquity #BaileysBlog #Dance #FemaleChoreographers
December 11, 2025 at 2:02 PM
In rehearsal with Dalia Rawson // The San Jose Nutcracker // New Ballet
Performances: December 13-23, 2025
Video courtesy of New Ballet. Featuring dancer Jazlyn Quezada as Queen of Snow.
#DanceDataProject #GenderEquity #BaileysBlog #Dance #FemaleChoreographers
Performances: December 13-23, 2025
Video courtesy of New Ballet. Featuring dancer Jazlyn Quezada as Queen of Snow.
#DanceDataProject #GenderEquity #BaileysBlog #Dance #FemaleChoreographers
We deeply resonate with Giorgia Lupi’s philosophy of Data Humanism–the idea that data can reveal narratives, not just numbers.
Her latest book, Speak Data, brings together artists, thinkers, and innovators who explore how data shapes our lives.
Her latest book, Speak Data, brings together artists, thinkers, and innovators who explore how data shapes our lives.
December 10, 2025 at 4:02 PM
We deeply resonate with Giorgia Lupi’s philosophy of Data Humanism–the idea that data can reveal narratives, not just numbers.
Her latest book, Speak Data, brings together artists, thinkers, and innovators who explore how data shapes our lives.
Her latest book, Speak Data, brings together artists, thinkers, and innovators who explore how data shapes our lives.
In rehearsal with The Tallahassee Ballet // The Nutcracker
Performances: December 13-14, 2025
Video by Sam Sole.
#DanceDataProject #GenderEquity #BaileysBlog #Dance #FemaleChoreographers
Performances: December 13-14, 2025
Video by Sam Sole.
#DanceDataProject #GenderEquity #BaileysBlog #Dance #FemaleChoreographers
December 9, 2025 at 6:01 PM
In rehearsal with The Tallahassee Ballet // The Nutcracker
Performances: December 13-14, 2025
Video by Sam Sole.
#DanceDataProject #GenderEquity #BaileysBlog #Dance #FemaleChoreographers
Performances: December 13-14, 2025
Video by Sam Sole.
#DanceDataProject #GenderEquity #BaileysBlog #Dance #FemaleChoreographers
Emma Fishwick and Ngaere Jenkins // New Breed 2025 // Sydney Dance Company
Performances: December 3 - December 13, 2025
Photos by Pedro Greig.
Performances: December 3 - December 13, 2025
Photos by Pedro Greig.
December 4, 2025 at 12:00 AM
Emma Fishwick and Ngaere Jenkins // New Breed 2025 // Sydney Dance Company
Performances: December 3 - December 13, 2025
Photos by Pedro Greig.
Performances: December 3 - December 13, 2025
Photos by Pedro Greig.
In rehearsal with Nicole Kelsch for The Nutcracker // Ballet Theatre of Maryland
Performances: December 13-21, 2025 at Maryland Hall in Annapolis
Photos by Lauren Martinez.
#DanceDataProject #GenderEquity #BaileysBlog #Dance #FemaleChoreographers
Performances: December 13-21, 2025 at Maryland Hall in Annapolis
Photos by Lauren Martinez.
#DanceDataProject #GenderEquity #BaileysBlog #Dance #FemaleChoreographers
December 1, 2025 at 2:01 PM
In rehearsal with Nicole Kelsch for The Nutcracker // Ballet Theatre of Maryland
Performances: December 13-21, 2025 at Maryland Hall in Annapolis
Photos by Lauren Martinez.
#DanceDataProject #GenderEquity #BaileysBlog #Dance #FemaleChoreographers
Performances: December 13-21, 2025 at Maryland Hall in Annapolis
Photos by Lauren Martinez.
#DanceDataProject #GenderEquity #BaileysBlog #Dance #FemaleChoreographers
Alan Harrison’s new book illustrates what becomes possible when arts organizations truly center their communities.
DDP President & Founder Elizabeth 'Liza' Yntema wrote the book's foreword, underscoring the urgent need for data-driven, community-focused leadership in the arts.
DDP President & Founder Elizabeth 'Liza' Yntema wrote the book's foreword, underscoring the urgent need for data-driven, community-focused leadership in the arts.
November 30, 2025 at 2:05 PM
Alan Harrison’s new book illustrates what becomes possible when arts organizations truly center their communities.
DDP President & Founder Elizabeth 'Liza' Yntema wrote the book's foreword, underscoring the urgent need for data-driven, community-focused leadership in the arts.
DDP President & Founder Elizabeth 'Liza' Yntema wrote the book's foreword, underscoring the urgent need for data-driven, community-focused leadership in the arts.
In rehearsal with Amy Seiwert for The Christmas Ballet // Smuin Contemporary Ballet
Performances: November 22, 2025 - December 28, 2025
Studio photos by Maximillian Tortoriello
#DanceDataProject #GenderEquity #BaileysBlog #Dance #FemaleChoreographers
Performances: November 22, 2025 - December 28, 2025
Studio photos by Maximillian Tortoriello
#DanceDataProject #GenderEquity #BaileysBlog #Dance #FemaleChoreographers
November 28, 2025 at 9:00 PM
In rehearsal with Amy Seiwert for The Christmas Ballet // Smuin Contemporary Ballet
Performances: November 22, 2025 - December 28, 2025
Studio photos by Maximillian Tortoriello
#DanceDataProject #GenderEquity #BaileysBlog #Dance #FemaleChoreographers
Performances: November 22, 2025 - December 28, 2025
Studio photos by Maximillian Tortoriello
#DanceDataProject #GenderEquity #BaileysBlog #Dance #FemaleChoreographers
In rehearsal with Alexandra Light for Gazes // Texas Ballet Theater
Performances: November 22, 2025 - November 23, 2025
Photos by Joe Johnson
#DanceDataProject #GenderEquity #BaileysBlog #Dance #FemaleChoreographers
Performances: November 22, 2025 - November 23, 2025
Photos by Joe Johnson
#DanceDataProject #GenderEquity #BaileysBlog #Dance #FemaleChoreographers
November 25, 2025 at 4:01 PM
In rehearsal with Alexandra Light for Gazes // Texas Ballet Theater
Performances: November 22, 2025 - November 23, 2025
Photos by Joe Johnson
#DanceDataProject #GenderEquity #BaileysBlog #Dance #FemaleChoreographers
Performances: November 22, 2025 - November 23, 2025
Photos by Joe Johnson
#DanceDataProject #GenderEquity #BaileysBlog #Dance #FemaleChoreographers
The Percussive Dance Companies Data Byte is part of DDP’s ongoing effort to expand research beyond ballet, offering data-driven insights to inform advocacy for equity and sustainability across all dance sectors.
Explore the full Data Byte: dancedataproject.com/research.
Explore the full Data Byte: dancedataproject.com/research.
November 25, 2025 at 2:37 PM
The Percussive Dance Companies Data Byte is part of DDP’s ongoing effort to expand research beyond ballet, offering data-driven insights to inform advocacy for equity and sustainability across all dance sectors.
Explore the full Data Byte: dancedataproject.com/research.
Explore the full Data Byte: dancedataproject.com/research.
We’re proud to share our first-ever Percussive Dance Companies Data Byte–expanding our research carefully and thoughtfully to better reflect the full scope of the dance ecosystem.
Check out the full Data Byte on our website: dancedataproject.com/research.
Check out the full Data Byte on our website: dancedataproject.com/research.
November 18, 2025 at 5:45 PM
We’re proud to share our first-ever Percussive Dance Companies Data Byte–expanding our research carefully and thoughtfully to better reflect the full scope of the dance ecosystem.
Check out the full Data Byte on our website: dancedataproject.com/research.
Check out the full Data Byte on our website: dancedataproject.com/research.
ODC/Dance recently announced that Mia J. Chong will assume the role of Co-Artistic Director this December as the company embarks on its tour to Taiwan.
#DanceDataProject #GenderEquity #BaileysBlog #Dance #FemaleChoreographers
#DanceDataProject #GenderEquity #BaileysBlog #Dance #FemaleChoreographers
November 9, 2025 at 3:00 PM
ODC/Dance recently announced that Mia J. Chong will assume the role of Co-Artistic Director this December as the company embarks on its tour to Taiwan.
#DanceDataProject #GenderEquity #BaileysBlog #Dance #FemaleChoreographers
#DanceDataProject #GenderEquity #BaileysBlog #Dance #FemaleChoreographers
This week’s #WellSaidWednesday highlights Amy Watson, Artistic Director of The Royal Danish Ballet.
#WellSaidWednesday #DanceDataProject #GenderEquity #Dance #Ballet
#WellSaidWednesday #DanceDataProject #GenderEquity #Dance #Ballet
November 5, 2025 at 7:22 PM
This week’s #WellSaidWednesday highlights Amy Watson, Artistic Director of The Royal Danish Ballet.
#WellSaidWednesday #DanceDataProject #GenderEquity #Dance #Ballet
#WellSaidWednesday #DanceDataProject #GenderEquity #Dance #Ballet
Allison McGuire, Louiza Avraam, and Ana Maria Lucaciu // Choreolab / What You Are About To See // Opera Ballett Vlaanderen
Performances: November 2, 2025 - November 15, 2025
Photos: (c) Opera Ballet Vlaanderen / Nicha Rodboon
Performances: November 2, 2025 - November 15, 2025
Photos: (c) Opera Ballet Vlaanderen / Nicha Rodboon
October 31, 2025 at 2:32 PM
Allison McGuire, Louiza Avraam, and Ana Maria Lucaciu // Choreolab / What You Are About To See // Opera Ballett Vlaanderen
Performances: November 2, 2025 - November 15, 2025
Photos: (c) Opera Ballet Vlaanderen / Nicha Rodboon
Performances: November 2, 2025 - November 15, 2025
Photos: (c) Opera Ballet Vlaanderen / Nicha Rodboon
Allison McGuire, Louiza Avraam, and Ana Maria Lucaciu // Choreolab / What You Are About To See // Opera Ballett Vlaanderen
Performances: November 2, 2025 - November 15, 2025
Photos: (c) Opera Ballet Vlaanderen / Nicha Rodboon
Performances: November 2, 2025 - November 15, 2025
Photos: (c) Opera Ballet Vlaanderen / Nicha Rodboon
October 30, 2025 at 2:41 PM
Allison McGuire, Louiza Avraam, and Ana Maria Lucaciu // Choreolab / What You Are About To See // Opera Ballett Vlaanderen
Performances: November 2, 2025 - November 15, 2025
Photos: (c) Opera Ballet Vlaanderen / Nicha Rodboon
Performances: November 2, 2025 - November 15, 2025
Photos: (c) Opera Ballet Vlaanderen / Nicha Rodboon
In rehearsal with Suzanne Haag for Dracula // Eugene Ballet
Performances: November 1, 2025 - November 2, 2025
Photo by Bob Williams
Eugene Ballet will present Dracula, a world premiere full-length work by choreographer Suzanne Haag, Associate Artistic Director and Resident Choreographer.
Performances: November 1, 2025 - November 2, 2025
Photo by Bob Williams
Eugene Ballet will present Dracula, a world premiere full-length work by choreographer Suzanne Haag, Associate Artistic Director and Resident Choreographer.
October 30, 2025 at 12:00 AM
In rehearsal with Suzanne Haag for Dracula // Eugene Ballet
Performances: November 1, 2025 - November 2, 2025
Photo by Bob Williams
Eugene Ballet will present Dracula, a world premiere full-length work by choreographer Suzanne Haag, Associate Artistic Director and Resident Choreographer.
Performances: November 1, 2025 - November 2, 2025
Photo by Bob Williams
Eugene Ballet will present Dracula, a world premiere full-length work by choreographer Suzanne Haag, Associate Artistic Director and Resident Choreographer.
This #WSW, we’re highlighting a broader issue: barriers for women–especially Black women–aren’t limited to the stage. Race and gender continue to shape commissions, leadership, and the power to advance the art form.
October 29, 2025 at 2:03 PM
This #WSW, we’re highlighting a broader issue: barriers for women–especially Black women–aren’t limited to the stage. Race and gender continue to shape commissions, leadership, and the power to advance the art form.
Key Finding: In FY23, the Largest 50 contemporary and modern companies operated with $171 million in total expenditures—$567 million (76.83%) less than the Largest 50 ballet companies.
Read the Largest U.S. Contemporary & Modern Dance Companies Report at dancedataproject.com/research.
Read the Largest U.S. Contemporary & Modern Dance Companies Report at dancedataproject.com/research.
October 27, 2025 at 6:21 PM
Key Finding: In FY23, the Largest 50 contemporary and modern companies operated with $171 million in total expenditures—$567 million (76.83%) less than the Largest 50 ballet companies.
Read the Largest U.S. Contemporary & Modern Dance Companies Report at dancedataproject.com/research.
Read the Largest U.S. Contemporary & Modern Dance Companies Report at dancedataproject.com/research.
DDP’s latest report reveals deepening financial disparities across the U.S. dance ecosystem.
Read more in the newly released Largest U.S. Contemporary & Modern Dance Companies Report at dancedataproject.com/research or through the link in bio.
Read more in the newly released Largest U.S. Contemporary & Modern Dance Companies Report at dancedataproject.com/research or through the link in bio.
October 25, 2025 at 1:18 AM
DDP’s latest report reveals deepening financial disparities across the U.S. dance ecosystem.
Read more in the newly released Largest U.S. Contemporary & Modern Dance Companies Report at dancedataproject.com/research or through the link in bio.
Read more in the newly released Largest U.S. Contemporary & Modern Dance Companies Report at dancedataproject.com/research or through the link in bio.
DDP's fourth annual report on the Largest U.S. Contemporary & Modern Dance Companies is now LIVE – all Largest 10 companies in deficit; ballet counterparts generate 5.49x more revenue.
Read the full report at dancedataproject.com/research.
Read the full report at dancedataproject.com/research.
October 23, 2025 at 12:00 AM
DDP's fourth annual report on the Largest U.S. Contemporary & Modern Dance Companies is now LIVE – all Largest 10 companies in deficit; ballet counterparts generate 5.49x more revenue.
Read the full report at dancedataproject.com/research.
Read the full report at dancedataproject.com/research.
In rehearsal with Esie Mensah for AFROFUSION // Fall for Dance North
Performances: October 15, 2025 - October 18, 2025
#DanceDataProject #GenderEquity #BaileysBlog #Dance #FemaleChoreographers
Performances: October 15, 2025 - October 18, 2025
#DanceDataProject #GenderEquity #BaileysBlog #Dance #FemaleChoreographers
October 21, 2025 at 2:03 PM
In rehearsal with Esie Mensah for AFROFUSION // Fall for Dance North
Performances: October 15, 2025 - October 18, 2025
#DanceDataProject #GenderEquity #BaileysBlog #Dance #FemaleChoreographers
Performances: October 15, 2025 - October 18, 2025
#DanceDataProject #GenderEquity #BaileysBlog #Dance #FemaleChoreographers