TRANSform Dance is our national advocacy and education program that provides resources, education and leadership development in order to identify and remove systemic barriers, increase trans/gender-nonconforming participation and leadership, and advance intersectional trans justice in Dance and in Arts Philanthropy.
TRANSform Dance responds to the continued crisis of the exclusion of trans and gender-nonconforming bodies, voices and leadership in Dance, and in Arts Philanthropy. TRANSform Dance works to transform trans people’s access, experience and leadership (or lack thereof) in Dance and to transform the national field in order to advance intersectional trans justice.
TRANSform Dance’s activities are offered during short visits or residencies with dance venues, schools, service organizations, presenters, conferences and convenings, dance companies and other nonprofit arts organizations.
Please contact us for more information or requests.
TRANSform Dance’s activities include:
- Speaking engagements (keynotes, lectures, panels, longtables, breakout sessions)
- Trans-friendly workshops and class series
- Guest instruction by Sean Dorsey at dance departments, schools and conservatories
- Trans-101 and Trans-201 Cultural Competency / Cultural Humility Trainings for dance venues, conferences, service organizations, studios, companies, conservatories, schools and nonprofits
- National and advocacy for intersectional trans justice and leadership in Dance and in Arts Philanthropy
TRANSform Dance is directed by Sean Dorsey. Dorsey is an award-winning transgender choreographer, dancer, advocate and longtime community activist; he has been making and touring work, supporting and presenting trans/gender-nonconforming artists, and championing trans leadership in the arts and intersectional trans justice for over 25 years.