SPLIT BILL provides a platform for NYC-based dance and movement artists in the early stages of their careers to develop and premiere new work in a shared performance setting.
The SPLIT BILL program includes:
- Three evening performance run
- Lighting design
- Production resources + support
- Marketing resources + support
- Funding strategies + project planning support
- Video documentation of all performances
- Photography stipend
- 20 hours of fully subsidized rehearsal space in the theater plus additional subsidized rehearsal hours.
- Box office split
- Box office management and ticketing support
- On-site prop and equipment storage
- Unlimited free access to the Trisk “Think Tank” workspace
- Discounted tickets to Trisk Presents performances and events
ELIGIBILITY
TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS OPPORTUNITY, ARTISTS SHOULD BE….
- Engaged in a creative process with the intention of creating new work (20-25 minutes in length) to premiere in the SPLIT BILL Series.
- Living in NYC within the five boroughs during the time of the application and the performances.
- Actively participating in the field of dance and movement-based forms.
- In the earlier phases of their creative journey, with 2-10 years of experience creating original work, and have not yet received significant recognition in their field, the media, funding communities, or from the wider public.
- Individual artists, companies, collaborative projects, or collectives are welcome to apply as a single applicant.
ARTISTS ARE NOT ELIGIBLE IF THEY…
- are currently participating in any full-time programs that grant degrees in any field.
- have been presented by Trisk within the past five years (2021–2026) or are scheduled to be presented in the upcoming two years (2027-2028) are not eligible. This restriction does NOT apply to artists who were or will be featured in guest-curated presentations.
AVAILABILITY REQUIREMENTS
- Applicants are applying for one of two SPLIT BILL opportunities during the Spring 2027 or Fall 2027 seasons.
- Applicants must be available for both the April 2027 and November 2027 SPLIT BILL dates to apply, and will be selected for one of the two opportunities.
- Applicants and any essential collaborators must be available for all activities taking place during the dates listed below. Specific schedules and call times will be provided at a later date and included in the SPLIT BILL agreement. Participation in SPLIT BILL requires availability for all activities taking place during these dates.
PREMIERE REQUIREMENT
Projects proposed for SPLIT BILL must culminate in the premiere of a new work. Applicants may share excerpts, studies, or works-in-process prior to the performances; however, the work may not have been previously presented in its intended form or substantial entirety. Proposed projects should be developed with the intention of premiering at Triskelion Arts.
PROGRAM PARAMETERS
SPLIT BILL provides access to studio space and in-house resources to support the development of new work. Applicants should consider how their project aligns with the structure of the program and the requirements of our facilities. All rehearsal activities must comply with Triskelion Arts’ studio policies and guidelines, and certain materials, technical elements, or activities may not be permitted within the studios or venue.
Please note that SPLIT BILL studio hours are intended to support the development of the proposed project. Rehearsal hours may not be used for activities that are open to the public, generate revenue, or are unrelated to the creation of the proposed work.
Both the studio and performance components of the residency operate within the resources, staffing, schedule, and technical capabilities of the program. Triskelion Arts will work collaboratively with the selected artist to determine how best to support and realize their project within these parameters.
This program is designed to provide artists a platform using the standard and current theatrical equipment available in our theater and with resources here. As part of a shared-bill structure, both artists will have equitable access to the venue and the program’s resources. We are excited to support your work within these parameters and encourage applicants to consider how their project can fit the structure of this program.
