Artist Commissioning Program

The Artist Commissioning Program (ACP) democratizes the traditional commissioning progress by enabling local community members, or “art commissioners,” to fill gaps in American culture by awarding commissions to Queens artists. The 2021-22 ACP will fund choreographers, dance artists, and small dance organizations to tell untold stories that highlight underrepresented protagonists. By commissioning artists to materialize works that resonate with Queens communities, the ACP aims to create a cultural sector more reflective of the diversity of the borough and the nation.

Choreographers, dancers, and small Queens-based dance organizations can now apply to receive $2,000 and $10,000 commissions to create new work!

The ACP is at once a commissioning program, as well as a professional development and community building initiative.

In addition to the funds, ACP Awardees will receive the support of a dedicated cohort of Queens-based Art Commissioners, who select their project and serve as an advisory committee and support system for their work’s development.

Requirements

• Open to choreographers, dance artists, and small dance organizations
• Applicants must be Queens-based, with a current home residence (individual artists) or business address (organizations) in the borough
• Organizations must have an annual operating budget under $250,000
• Have not received the ACP Award before
• Fit the project proposal guidelines as outlined below

Application Instructions

For the full application, please visit https://www.queenscouncilarts.org/acp.