named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Access. Movement. Play. (A.M.P.) Residency
Program directed by Kayla Hamilton focused on increasing access to movement practices for disabled and neurodivergent artists.
Artists-in-Residence
Annual residency program that supports movement artists in developing new work through studio access, mentorship, and presentation opportunities.
Performance Mix Festival
Annual festival showcasing experimental and diverse movement-based performances by affiliated and visiting artists.
The Underscore
Facilitated improvisational practice developed by Nancy Stark Smith, offered regularly as a community gathering for exploration of movement and connection.
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Artist Residencies and Studio Programs 1 activity
- Administers the Access. Movement. Play. (A.M.P.) Residency ProgramHosts an annual residency program with a designated program director and appoints Artists-in-Residence to support artistic development and experimentation in movement-based practices, including for the 2025–2026 cycle.
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Artist and Curatorial Publications 1 activity
- Hosts and publishes Critical Correspondence series conversations between movement artistsHosts and publishes in-depth dialogues between artists as part of its Critical Correspondence series, exploring themes such as Black diasporic memory, ancestry, lineage, and the intersections of dance, land, and occupation in Palestine and Lebanon. Recent publications include conversations between Jasmine Hearn and Wanjiru Kamuyu and documentation of the impact of attacks on Lebanon in March 2026.
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Literary and Cultural Publishing 1 activity
- Produces and publishes the Movement Research Performance JournalProduces and publishes the Movement Research Performance Journal twice annually, distributing it at no cost to arts venues and organizations in Queens, Brooklyn, and Manhattan. Bulk orders of select issues are also provided to nonprofit organizations and educational institutions globally. The journal has been published since 1990 to support written and graphic exploration of contemporary dance and performance.
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Accessibility Services for Cultural Programs 1 activity
- Provides accessibility accommodations for dance and movement programsEnsures accessibility by providing wheelchair and mobility device accessible studios, offices, and all-gender restrooms at 122 Cultural Center. Offers American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation and Audio Description for classes, workshops, and conversation events upon request.
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Dance Performance and Community Engagement 1 activity
- Provides free and low-cost programs for dance and movement-based artistic discourse and experimentationCreates and implements free and low-cost programs to support artistic discourse, experimentation, and community engagement in dance and movement-based forms. These programs are offered through performance, education, and public events.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$2.67M
Contributions & grants$2.32M87%
Program service revenue$295K11%
Investment income$21K1%
Other revenue$35K
expenses
Total expenses$2.01M
Program expenses81%
Admin / overhead13%
Fundraising6%
Salaries & benefits$695K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$2.95M
Cash$1.27M
Investments$0
Liabilities$429K
Net assets$2.52M
Liquid reserves7.5 mo
7 years on record · 2018–2024 · YoY revenue +148.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| BARBARA BRYAN | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $121K |
board members · 11
- ANDRE LEPECKI — BOARD MEMBER
- CATHY WEIS — BOARD MEMBER
- CHARMAINE WARREN — BOARD MEMBER
- EDISA WEEKS — SECRETARY
- ISHMAEL HOUSTON-JONES — VICE CHAIR
- KAY TAKEDA — CHAIR
- KEVIN BEASLEY — BOARD MEMBER
- SARAH MICHELSON — BOARD MEMBER
- STEPHEN FACEY — TREASURER
- WALLY CARDONA — BOARD MEMBER
- YANIRA CASTRO — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 13
Who they work with
- 122 Cultural Center Partner — Shares office space at the 122 Cultural Center in New York City.
- AXIS Dance Company Partner — Collaborates with Movement Research as part of its faculty, contributing expertise in physically integrated dance.
- Artists of Color Council Partner — Collaborates with the Artists of Color Council to advance equity and support artists of color through dedicated programs.
- El-Funoun Dance Troupe Partner — Collaborates with El-Funoun Dance Troupe in Ramallah on dance performances rooted in Palestinian cultural expression.
- El-Funoun Palestinian Dance Troupe Partner — Engages with Movement Research as a faculty member, contributing traditional and contemporary Palestinian dance practices.
- Ginfuse Partner — Provides celebratory cocktails for the annual gala
- Judson Memorial Church Partner — Hosts the annual gala event at its venue
- MTA Government — Provides information on accessible subway stations and elevator status for public transportation access to 122 Cultural Center.
- New York Live Arts Partner — Venue and presenting partner for the premiere of Wanjiru Kamuyu’s Fragmented Shadows in October 2025.
- PS 21 (Center for Contemporary Performance) Partner — Residency and creative development site where Wanjiru Kamuyu conceived the title and concept for Fragmented Shadows.
- Trisha Brown Dance Company Partner — Participates in Movement Research’s programs as part of the faculty, contributing knowledge in postmodern dance.
- USPS Government — Relies on USPS for international shipping of journal orders.
- Urban Bush Women Partner — Collaborative artistic relationship; both Jasmine Hearn and Wanjiru Kamuyu are former company members and draw on its movement lineage in their work.
strategies · 5
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.
- Movement as Healing and Receptive Creativity 141 orgsmethodology: movement-as-healing-justiceBy integrating epigenetic science and psychosomatic practices into choreography, we use movement as a tool for healing justice because it engages transgenerational memory; simultaneously, by valuing stillness and receptive presence, we allow creative ideas to emerge organically from contemplative attunement to self and environment.shared approach: Creative Expression for Healing and Empowerment →
- Thematic Engagement with Socio-Political Issues 141 orgsmethodology: thematic_engagement_with_socio-political_issuesBy organizing artistic and journal content around urgent socio-political themes—such as race, gender, ecology, and decolonization—we ground movement practice in contemporary realities because linking art to lived experience strengthens cultural relevance and collective consciousness.shared approach: Creative Expression for Healing and Empowerment →
- Artist-Centered Creative Development 29 orgsmethodology: artist-centered_experimentationBy providing free and low-cost access to programs that prioritize individual artists' creative processes, we foster experimental practices and artistic innovation because autonomy and resource accessibility enable risk-taking and emergent forms in dance and movement.shared approach: Integrated Artistic Ecosystem →
- Integrated Performance-Education-Community Model 29 orgsmethodology: integrated_performance_education_engagementBy creating a dedicated context for investigation, we support the evolution of dance and movement-based forms because integrating performance, education, and community engagement fosters reciprocal learning and field-wide innovation.shared approach: Integrated Artistic Ecosystem →
- Artist-Led Critical Discoursemethodology: artist-led_discourseBy creating artist-driven forums in print, digital, and conversational formats, we advance critical and interdisciplinary dialogue in dance and performance because positioning artists as both creators and audience deepens reflective practice and challenges dominant narratives in the field.