Each year, Works & Process produces more than 25 creative residencies via a network of over a dozen partner venues in five states. Artists and projects are curated and – as of 2025 – selected through an open call. Residency support can span the entire life of a project, from first explorations in the studio to final rehearsals for the premiere, and even touring.
Works & Process invites New York City-based dance artists and dance companies to apply for week-long, out-of-town residencies. Residencies will take place between October 2026 – May 2027 and may be used to start a new project or continue developing an existing work.
Works & Process supports creative process for companies of eight (or fewer) artists for seven-day residencies. Each artist receives an industry-leading fee of $175 per day ($1,225 per week). Residencies also include 24/7 studio access, on-site housing, a travel stipend, and health insurance enrollment access. Each residency culminates in an open rehearsal or showing for the local community. In addition, the project may potentially be presented by Works & Process in New York City.
ELIGIBILITY:
- Lead artist identifies asa choreographer/dancemaker, with a sustained artistic practice and history of at least five years of performing activity in the New York City metropolitan area.
- All participating artists must live in the five boroughs of New York City.
- All participating artists must be 18 years or older.
- All participating artists must be a U.S. citizen or legal resident who can be paid for work.
DEADLINE: April 21st, 2026
