Partnerships & collaborations
We bring dance to the spaces where families, schools, and organizations already gather, and welcome partners who share our commitment to equity and artistic excellence.
Bring DIW to your event
Book our pre-professional and professional dancers for events of any scale. Every engagement includes artistic direction, rehearsal, and costuming.
Performance Engagements
From intimate solo performances to full-scale ensemble features, we tailor every engagement to your event.
Feature Performance
6 to 12 professional artists with a curated repertoire or themed suite, Artistic Director oversight, and technical rehearsal and stage management.
Bring DIW to your school or organization
Our Positive Directions Through Dance (PDTD) initiative brings certified teaching artists and structured curriculum to schools, after-school programs, hospitals, community centers, and the spaces where people of all ages gather.
School & Community Programs
PDTD is DIW’s signature community outreach initiative. We meet communities where they already gather: classrooms, after-school programs, hospitals, housing developments, community centers, and the spaces their members trust.
Foundations Program
An introduction to dance and core technique. A focused entry point for schools and organizations new to PDTD programming.
Choreography & training
From original choreography commissions to professional development workshops, DIW brings equity-centered expertise to every engagement.
Trainings and Workshops
Arts education, equity, and best practices workshops for educators, administrators, and arts organizations.
Choreography Commission
Commission original choreography from DIW. Pricing varies based on length, number of dancers, premiere rights, exclusivity, and music/design needs.
Bring your group to DIW
Organize an immersive visit to our 14th Street facility. Students and community groups can watch rehearsals, take a class, tour our studios, and meet DIW dancers.
Field Trips
Every field trip is tailored to the age group and interests of the visiting organization.
Fabian Barnes Black Box Theater
A creative hub in the heart of Washington, D.C. for artists, organizations, and communities. Ask us about discounted rates.
Start a partnership in 3 steps
- 1
Submit Your Request
Use our Partnership Inquiry Form to tell us about your event, school, or organization.
- 2
Consultation and Scoping
We’ll connect to understand your goals and recommend the right package or custom solution.
- 3
Confirm and Execute
We finalize the details, assign your artistic team, and deliver a partnership built for impact.
Building an ecosystem of change together
Partnerships & Collaborations
Building an Ecosystem of Change Together
We bring dance to the spaces where families, schools, and organizations already gather, and welcome partners who share our commitment to equity and artistic excellence.
How We Partner
Explore Partnership Opportunities
From performances to school programs, field trips to creative commissions, many ways to work with DIW.
Performance Engagements
Bring DIW to Your Event
Book our pre-professional and professional dancers for events of any scale. Every engagement includes artistic direction, rehearsal, and costuming.
School & Community Programs
Bring DIW to Your School or Organization
Certified teaching artists and standards-aligned curriculum delivered directly to schools, after-school programs, and youth-serving nonprofits through our Positive Directions Through Dance (PDTD) initiative.
Professional Development & Creative Services
Custom Work and Training for the Field
Original choreography commissions and professional development workshops grounded in equity-centered expertise. For educators, arts organizations, and professional companies.
Field Trips & Facility Visits
Bring Your Group to DIW
Bring your students or community group to our 14th Street facility to watch rehearsals, take a class, tour the studios, and meet our dancers.
How It Works
Start a Partnership in 3 Steps
1
Submit Your Request
Use our Partnership Inquiry Form to tell us about your event, school, or organization.
2
Consultation and Scoping
We’ll connect to understand your goals and recommend the right package or custom solution.
3
Confirm and Execute
We finalize the details, assign your artistic team, and deliver a partnership built for impact.
Brand & Corporate Collaborations
Mission-Aligned Partnerships
We partner with brands, corporates, and cultural organizations who share our commitment to equity, community, and artistic excellence. If you’d like to explore a collaboration, we’d love to hear from you.