History
Under the leadership of Jonah Bokaer, a group of artists and choreographers formed Chez Bushwick, a collaborative venture that has significantly affected a new generation of dance artists, choreographers, and performers. Founding artists include Jonah Bokaer, Loren Dempster, Miguel Gutierrez, and Jeremy Wade, each of whom developed a series of public programs that became emblematic of a new way of working: across borders, across disciplines, employing variable aesthetic signatures, and overturning divisions between choreographer, curator, producer, and audience member. Through strategies of collaboration, activism, and public dialogue, these artists achieved economic amnesty during a threatening real estate and funding climate in New York City. With respect to choreography, its processes, and its support structures, new ground was broken in dance and performance.
Specialties
Chez Bushwick is a non-profit organization committed to fostering the development, research, and presentation of new performance works across disciplines. Chez Bushwick is a celebrated artist-run organization founded in 2002. Our main programs include: rehearsal and performance subsidies, arts advocacy, education, outreach, and community development.