Joyce Theater

The Joyce Theater Foundation has had a strong commitment to education through the art of dance since its founding in 1982.  Our Dance Education Program for Schools has always viewed The Joyce Theater as an extension of the classroom. Through our unique collaboration among schools, the Theater, and dance companies from around the world, the program is specifically designed to foster an understanding of dance among students 1st–12th grade; to encourage the development of students’ perceptions and imaginations; and to integrate the arts into classroom learning.

As a national leader in dance education with a strong commitment to community engagement, our education program fosters an understanding of dance, dance aesthetics, and encourages the imagination. For information on how to register contact: danceeducation@joyce.org

Additional Resources

  • Click here to see a few examples of student compositions responding to viewing The Envelope choreographed by David Parsons.
  • Check out Ms. Heather’s Kids’ Picks! A curation of music, books, videos, web links and more by Heather McCartney, Director of Dance Education & Family Programs.
  • Check out Akira's Teen Picks 2021. Curated by our Dance Education & Family Programs Intern Akira Guevara, her teen picks curation is dedicated to the next generation of change-makers.
  • Our school programs reach over 2,000 students and teachers through partnerships with New York City metropolitan area schools.
  • Our Family Matinees create opportunities for young people to attend age-appropriate Joyce performances.

 

Funding Credits

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The Joyce’s Dance Education & Family Programs are supported, in part, by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs, in partnership with the City Council; and made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.  Special support provided by Con Edison.