Who: Charlotte Aucella, Louise Heit, Will Pettigrew, Not a Dance Company, Josephine Brunner, Liiiam, Eleanor Crawford, Chisato Fujii
What: Take Root: Digging In Group Artist Residency
Where: Green Space, 37-24 24th St., Suite 211, Long Island City
When: May 14-17, $22 in advance, $25-$27 at the door, 7:00/8:00
Why: Since October 2025, Green Space has been hosting “Digging In” mentored group artist residencies for eight dancer-choreographers. This week the public will be able to see what they’ve been up to as part of the “Take Root” series. On May 14 and 16, Charlotte Aucella, Louise Heit, Will Pettigrew, and Not a Dance Company will present their new works, while Josephine Brunner, Liiiam, Eleanor Crawford, and Chisato Fujii will share their pieces on May 15 and 17. The residency consists of eight work sessions, two personal and professional development workshops, and two full-production performances complete with marketing and publicity support, lighting, sound, a stipend, and a post-residency recap. Founded by Valerie Green of Dance Entropy in 2005, the venue is “a place for dancers, choreographers, teachers, and community members alike to gather and experience dance where it’s created.” Applications for the 2026–27 residency open in the fall.
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