WHAT WE DO
Through our artist opportunities and guided by an unwavering commitment to the well-being and growth of our community of dance and movement artists, we are dedicated to crafting an environment that both nurtures and empowers artists throughout their creative journeys.
Photo of 2023 TRISK PRESENTS Artist Erick Montes.
Lighting Design by Connor Sale.
TRISK PRESENTS
At the core of our organization lies the Trisk Presents performance series, which is dedicated to championing artistic expression by providing artists with resources to create evening-length premieres.
Photo of 2022 Resident Artist Aminah Ibrahim. Lighting Design by Connor Mulligan.
RESIDENT ARTIST PROGRAM
Our Resident Artist Programming is a pivotal platform for fueling the creative exploration and expression of our community of artists. Our residency initiatives are designed to provide a comprehensive range of support and a diverse set of services. These resources are thoughtfully tailored to meet the unique needs of various creative processes and the individual requirements of each artist we proudly accommodate.
Each year, we facilitate four distinct residencies, which serve as a testament to our unwavering commitment to nurturing artistic expression and fostering a space where creativity can flourish freely.
Photo of 2023 SPLTI BILL Artist Effy Grey. Lighting Design by Anna Wotring.
SPLIT BILL SERIES
Our SPLIT BILL Series brings together pairings of early-career NYC-based movement and dance artists to premier work in our theater. The program supports new works that are 20 to 25 minutes in length. Artists are programmed through an open application process and selected by Artist Advisory Board.
Photo of the 2024 Synthesis lineup, Guest Curated by Miz Jade
GUEST CURATION SERIES
For our Guest Curation Series, we invite curators to design multi-artist events that highlight unique perspectives, mediums, and styles deserving of the limelight. This series celebrates the vision and expertise of curators in creating captivating and thought-provoking artistic experiences.
SPACE SUBSIDY
With the generous support from The New York State Council on the Arts, we are able to offer selected professional movement and dance artists subsidized rehearsal rates in our largest spaces: Muriel Schulman Theater and Douglas Elliman Studio. Through this program, the hourly rate for these studios is $10/hour through December 31, 2023.
MORNING CLASS
Classes are dedicated to cultivating a vibrant learning community for movement artists, facilitating research-focused classes that promote the exchange of knowledge, diverse perspectives, and creative processes. Our flexible platform empowers teaching artists, and our sliding scale rates ensure accessibility for all participants.
Photo of 2022 Artist-in-Residence Nora Alami. Lighting Design by Connor Mulligan.
STAGE DIVE
Our recurring free-to-attend and free-to-participate open-mic style event provides a non-curated, first-come, first-served platform for artists to experiment and share their work with an audience, enhanced by professional theater lighting. The purpose is for artists to test new ideas, gather audience feedback, and receive video documentation for creating polished content used in applications, submissions, grant proposals, social media, and marketing.
Photo from J’royce Jata ‘s performance with lighting design by Connor Mulligan
SELF-PRODUCTION SUPPORT
At Trisk, you're not just renting a space; you're gaining the support of our dedicated team.
We recognize that self-production and the creative process can be financially challenging for our artists. Through our rentals program, we're committed to delivering exceptional value. We offer a reliable space and a passionate team that communicates transparently and upholds their commitments. We take great pride in fostering an environment filled with good vibes and an inspiring atmosphere designed to support self-producers and performers at various stages of their creative journey. All of this is available at a cost that promotes an ethical work environment without overburdening artists with unnecessary financial stress.
We invite you to explore our rental services and discover how Trisk can be the creative home for your next project.
OFFICE HOURS
Office hours are dedicated and ongoing virtual time slots where artists can engage with the Trisk Team. This offering provides a platform for discussions on crucial topics such as budgets, grants, marketing, art administration, theater components, contracts, and production planning. Artists can utilize this opportunity to seek guidance, ask questions, and gain valuable insights, fostering a supportive and collaborative environment within our creative community. We will do our very best to answer your questions or help find answers. And sometimes, you just need to chat – we're here for that, too!
Photo of 2024 Artist-in-Residence Christian Warner. Lighting Design by Emily Clare Gocon.
REEL DAY
Film your dance in the Trisk theater! Book a 45-minute session to film in our theater with theatrical lighting. The session is $100 and includes a theater technician and up to five lighting cues chosen from our pre-designed looks. Trisk will provide a wide angle archival shot, or, bring your own videographer and photographer! Reel Day is a great way to create polished content for applications, grant proposals, social media, marketing, trailers for upcoming performances, and more!
Photo of 2023 Production Resident Artist Stuart B Meyers. Lighting Design by Connor Sale.
VOLUNTEER USHER
Volunteer and see a performance for FREE!
Volunteer ushers are asked to arrive one hour before the performance starts for a brief orientation. When the box office opens, ushers are positioned at the entrance to the theater to welcome guests and check their tickets.