A.I.M believes in:
the power of dance as an art form and A.I.M’s distinctive, ardent voice within contemporary dance
an artistic process informed by robust conversations with people from diverse perspectives
the pursuit of excellence through ethical leadership and through
accountability to each other, the field at large, and the audiences we serve
supporting and nurturing dancers with living wages, health insurance, and career development
operating with integrity throughout all aspects of the organization
Catherine Kirk cultivated a passion for the arts growing up on the unceded land of the Kiickaapoi and Wichita peoples, known as Dallas, Texas. She continued her research and education at New York University Tisch School of the Arts, graduating with a BFA, and moved on to perform works by an array of choreographers including Sharon Eyal, Ohad Naharin, Bebe Miller, Doug Varone, Andrea Miller, and Fernando Melo. A multi-hyphenate, Kirk is also a dance maker, marketing strategist, arts administrator, dance educator, and yoga teacher. She has had the pleasure of working with Helen Simoneau Danse, Kyle Marshall Choreography, Jasmine Hearn, UNA Productions (Chuck Wilt), Burr Johnson, and apprenticing for Sidra Bell Dance New York. She's created solo works as an artist in residence at Art Cake Brooklyn (2020) and Jonah Bokaer Arts Foundation (2021) and curated an evening for Chez Bushwick’s salon series, RECESS (2023). Kirk has been featured in Netflix’s award-winning series, ‘Halston’, in the Showtime series, Ziwe, and in Neiman Marcus’ Holiday Campaign. She has graced the cover of Kaleidoscope Magazine, Flaunt Magazine, and Dance Magazine alongside A.I.M dancers, and choreographed and starred in a commercial for the luxury headphones, Ultimate Ears. She has assisted Kyle Abraham in his new creations for Coddarts Rotterdam and The Juilliard School, and restaged company works at Peabody University and Point Park University. She currently is in her second season with Trisha Brown Dance Company and is working as A.I.M’s Marketing Associate while dancing and touring with the company. Kirk joined A.I.M by Kyle Abraham in 2013.
Kyle Abraham, Artistic Director
Sydnie Liggett-Dennis, Executive Director
Jessica Tong, Rehearsal Director
Vernon Scott, Producing Director
Anne Dechêne, General Manager
Bridget Caston, Company Manager
Meredith Belis, Production Stage Manager
Matthew Baker, Artistic Engagement Manager
Dan Stearns, Lighting Supervisor
Alexander Diaz, Marketing Manager
Chris Constable, Press Agent
Danielle LeBron, Development Associate
Lucy Mallett, Financial Services
A.I.M is seeking dynamic and virtuosic dancers for future performance and touring seasons to fill a paid full-time position*. Applicants will submit an audition application form and those selected will be invited to an in-person audition Fri, April 18th. Applicants must show an interest in an investigative process that includes an open mind and a willingness to work in a collaborative group environment. A.I.M performs domestically and internationally approximately 25 weeks of a calendar year. Community engagement is a central tenet of A.I.M’s organizational activities, with A.I.M company members leading workshops and technique classes of various levels.
A.I.M artistic personnel consists of full-time and part-time dancers. Compensation currently ranges from $46k-$66K/year for full-time dancers and $22-$30/hour for part-time dancers; commensurate with experience, based on company tenure, and reviewed annually for cost-of-living and merit-based increases. Dancers receive an annual length of service increase after five-years of employment. Full-time dancers are supported with 52-week salaries, health insurance, and paid vacations/sick days. All A.I.M dancers receive creation royalties in perpetuity, applicable retirement contributions, and bodywork.
*Please note: We are currently seeking a mature, male-presenting artist to begin working with the company in May. Artists of any gender identity are welcome to apply.
Application/Audition Process for Interested Dancers:
Applicants will submit an Audition Application Form that includes headshot, bio, and a movement sample*. Those selected will be invited to an in-person audition Fri, April 18th, in Brooklyn, NY. Applicants should be available for the full audition Fri, April 18th, 10am-6pm, and for potential callbacks Sat, April 19th, 10am-6pm.
Audition application forms are open now through Fri, March 14th. Those selected will be notified by Fri, March 28th.
*The movement sample video should be no longer than 60 seconds in length, unedited, of yourself with no other dancers pictured.
Additionally, we’d love for you to include a brief verbal introduction stating your name, pronouns, where you’re from and a fun fact about yourself. This can be included in the movement sample, or a separate video if needed, but total length should not exceed 60 seconds.
The movement can be improvisation, your own choreography, or someone else's choreography with their permission. We kindly ask that you refrain from submitting a dance reel, highly edited, or multiple choreographers work. Samples should be material you feel best showcases your artistry as a dancer.
Videos must be uploaded to YouTube/Vimeo. The video may be private but should not have a password. This video will be used for the sole expressed purpose of this application.
Apply today by clicking this link.
Dance with A.I.M by Kyle Abraham! We’re excited to announce our 2025 Summer Intensive at Barnard College on June 23-27, 2025! Join us for a week of classes, repertory, conversation, and the opportunity to learn alongside A.I.M Company Members.
A.I.M’s 2025 Summer Intensive is free to all participants to ensure accessibility to our community. Participants are selected by application, and capacity is limited. Recommended for aspiring and professional dancers.
Location
Barnard College
3009 Broadway
New York, NY 10027
Sample Schedule*
All classes are taught by A.I.M company members unless otherwise specified in participant welcome materials. *Subject to change.
10a-10:30a: arrival, studio available for warm-up
10:30a-12p: Technique Class
12:15p-1:30p: A.I.M Movement Workshop
1:30p-2:30p: Lunch Break (lunch conversations with A.I.M Company Members will take place on select days)
2:30p-5:30p: A.I.M Repertory
All applicants are expected to be available for the entire duration of the intensive. Scheduling breakdowns are subject to change within the time allotted.
The application, which includes submitting a short movement sample and a personal statement will close on March 31st at 11pm EST. The movement sample should be no longer than 60 seconds in length, unedited, of yourself with no other dancers pictured. The movement can be your own choreography, an improvisation, or another choreographers work with their permission. The video should not be a dance reel, highly edited, or multiple choreographers work. Video samples should be material you feel best showcases your artistry as a dancer.
Participant capacity is limited and we are only accepting responses for a limited time, so be sure to send yours in ASAP! All applicants will be notified of their acceptance via email by the week of April 14th.
Please contact education@aimbykyleabraham.org with any questions.
For domestic and international booking information, contact:
Sophie Myrtil-McCourty, President
Lotus Arts Management
72-11 Austin Street, #371
Forest Hills, NY 11375
+1 347 721 8724
sophie@lotusartsmgmt.com
For general inquiries, please email info@aimbykyleabraham.org or call 914 996 7444.
For audition inquiries, please send a resume, a photo and a short video of yourself to matthew@aimbykyleabraham.org.
For questions about volunteer opportunities or creative partnerships, please contact info@aimbykyleabraham.org or 212 691 6500 ext. 311.
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