named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Determined to Be: The Sculpture of John Rhoden
Collaborative performance project with the Memorial Art Gallery, bringing sculptures to life through original choreography by Artistic Director PJ Pennewell.
Garth Fagan Dance Company
Professional dance company presenting original choreography blending modern, Afro-Caribbean, and ballet techniques; performs nationally and internationally.
Garth Fagan Dance School
Dance education program for students of all levels using Fagan Technique™ to develop physical and mental strength, self-esteem, and leadership skills.
The Lion King on Broadway
Choreographic contribution by Garth Fagan for Disney’s stage production, recognized with a Tony Award and ongoing performances.
activities · 1 group
What they do
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Original Dance Performance Production 1 activity
- Dance performances and original choreographyProduces and presents dance performances, including revivals and new works by company choreographers, at venues such as The Joyce Theater and Smith Opera House. Creates original choreography, such as pieces developed to interpret John Rhoden's sculptures for a museum exhibition.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$1.14M
Contributions & grants$1.02M89%
Program service revenue$122K11%
Investment income$3K0%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$1.28M
Program expenses75%
Admin / overhead24%
Fundraising1%
Salaries & benefits$796K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$785K
Cash$541K
Investments$0
Liabilities$185K
Net assets$600K
Liquid reserves5.1 mo
5 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue -23.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 4
- JOCELYN GOLDBERG-SCHAILBLE — Director
- PAULA HAMADA SUMMIT — Director
- ROBERT E BROWN — Director
- TWYLLA DILLION — Director
relationships · 5
Who they work with
- Floating Home Films Partner — Collaborates with Garth Fagan Dance to bring John Rhoden's sculptures to life through choreography and film.
- Geneva Concerts Partner — Presents Garth Fagan Dance as part of its 80th Season at Smith Opera House.
- Memorial Art Gallery Partner — Hosts the Determined to Be: The Sculpture of John Rhoden exhibition in partnership with Garth Fagan Dance.
- New York Council on the Arts Government — Awarded $24,400 to Garth Fagan Dance for studio theater lighting upgrades.
- The Joyce Theater Partner — Hosts Garth Fagan Dance’s 55th Anniversary Season performances.
strategies · 3
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Discipline as a Pathway to Personal Empowerment 351 orgsmethodology: discipline-is-freedomBy applying the principle of "Discipline is Freedom," the organization develops students' self-esteem, leadership, and mental and physical strength because structured artistic rigor fosters internal resilience and autonomy.shared approach: Arts-Based Youth Empowerment →
- Fagan Technique™ as Integrated Movement Methodology 14 orgsmethodology: fagan-techniqueBy fusing modern dance, Afro-Caribbean dance, and ballet, the Fagan Technique™ produces a distinctive movement style that enhances physical precision and artistic expression because embodied hybridity expands dancers’ technical and emotional range.shared approach: Artistic Legacy Through Innovation →
- Arts Education Through Performance and Training 13 orgsmethodology: arts-education-through-performance-and-trainingBy combining live dance performance with structured training programs, the organization advances public knowledge of dance because experiential engagement deepens understanding and appreciation of the art form.shared approach: Experiential Engagement Model →