About the Company

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

People

Jamaal Bowman (he/him)
Dancer

Jamaal Bowman began his dance training at the age of 14 in Maryland, where he was born and raised. In 2021, he graduated from the University of the Arts in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, as a Director's Scholar, under the direction of Donna Faye Burchfield. Over the years he has collaborated with Nora Chipaumire, Tommie Waheed-Evans, Maleek Washington, Helen Pickett, Fana Fraser, Jocelyn Cottencin, Nacera Belaza, and Sidra Bell. In November 2021, Bowman toured with Von Howard Project to Ecuador to perform in the International Living Arts Festival of Loja. Most recently, he has performed as a company member with Kun-Yang Lin/Dancers for their 2021–2022 season. His personal practices are centered around queer Black joy, theater, improvisation, and comedy. He hopes to reshape the future for queer Black people like him, to give them more opportunities to shine. Bowman joined A.I.M by Kyle Abraham in 2022.

Staff

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 Board

Kyle Abraham
Suzanne Hall (chair)
Cheryl Bergenfeld
Adrienne Edwards
Karen Hogan
Mark A. Leavitt
Glenn Ligon
Jennifer Mandelson
Gary Mezzatesta
Bebe Neuwirth
Carrie Schneider
Stephen Simcock
Gilda Squire
Julia Strickland
Mickalene Thomas

Work with Us

Work with Us

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.

Intensives

Intensives

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.

APPLY TODAY!

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.

Contact

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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