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Dance New Amsterdam (DNA) is Lower Manhattan’s newest home for contemporary dance. DNA is proud to present and promote artistic excellence in dance performance, education and the creation process. DNA’s mission includes professional-level training, opportunities for creation and the latest in dance performance. In DNA’s studios each week, 170 classes are taught, rehearsals are run, workshops are conducted and choreographers create. DNA is a valuable resource for the aspiring, emerging and established artist, who benefit from artistic residencies, studio and administrative office subsidies, commissions and two performance seasons that offer presentations of new dance works, many of them world premieres.
BRIEF HISTORY
Founded in 1984 in NoHo and originally known as Dance Space Center, DNA changed its name when it moved to 280 Broadway in February 2006. The state-of-the-art facilities include a professional 130-seat theater, six studios, a wellness program and a gallery/reception space. DNA was the first not-for-profit arts organization to move to Lower Manhattan after 9/11 and plays a critical role as a resource for the dance community, as well as a renewing force in downtown Manhattan’s cultural landscape.
EDUCATION
DNA offers classes for all students from beginner through professional levels in a variety of techniques and styles of dance. Our faculty is dedicated to giving our students personal attention and guidance in order to meet their individual needs.
PERFORMANCE
DNA presents two seasons of dance works, including commissions and world premieres comprising an eclectic mix of abstract, modern, site-specific, collaborative and multidisciplinary dance.
CREATIVITY
DNA provides choreographers opportunities at every stage in their careers, from open Works in Progress performances to juried programs and a curated season.