Movement Research, in partnership with The Chocolate Factory, presents work by the 2018 Movement Research Van Lier Emerging Artists of Color Fellows Ayano Elson and J. Bouey.

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The Movement Research Van Lier Emerging Artists of Color Fellowship is a year-long program for two NYC movement-based artists of color between 22 and 30 years of age. The fellowship provides creative research support, rehearsal space, mentorship, performance and related opportunities. Designed to support the artists’ individualized creative process, the fellowship uses the resources available to be responsive to each artist’s needs. In addition to providing resources and experiences during the year of their fellowship, the program facilitates support for laying groundwork for the artists’ future. Artists are selected through an open application and panel process; past Fellows include Fana Fraser (2017); Shantelle Courvoisier Jackson (2016); Jasmine Hearn (2016); NIC Kay (2017).

The Movement Research Van Lier Emerging Artists of Color Fellowship is supported by New York Community Trust through the Edward and Sally Van Lier Fund.

Movement Research is one of the world’s leading laboratories for the investigation of dance and movement-based forms. Valuing the individual artist, their creative process and their vital role within society, Movement Research is dedicated to the creation and implementation of free and low-cost programs that nurture and instigate discourse and experimentation. Movement Research strives to reflect the cultural, political and economic diversity of its moving community, including artists and audiences alike.

Photos by David Gonsier and J. Bouey.