This time of profound crises has been unprecedented for us all. Though we cannot perform in-person, we recognized the need for our community to still stay connected in an uplifting way. So, we launched our 2020 Queensboro Dance Festival tour online with 24 Queens dance companies, offering free classes and performances from our Instagram!
Founded in 2014, our mission is to strengthen the dance community in Queens, and garner a greater appreciation for Queens dance.
~QDF ACHIEVEMENTS & IMPACT~ To date, QDF is a vibrant network of over 100 diverse dance companies all from Queens and reaches about 10,000 audience members annually. Each summer, we tour about 15 neighborhoods throughout Queens theaters, parks, plazas, libraries, streets, and other uniquely Queens venues. In 2018, QDF was a Queens Pride honoree with Proclamation from City Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli and Public Advocate Letitia James, and in 2019 was awarded the LIC Game Changer award for Best in Arts & Humanities, and Citation from Assemblymember Cathy Nolan.
~OUR PROGRAMS~ We connect Queens dancers to one another, to Queens career resources, and to a wide Queens audience. We offer our dancers tour and teaching stipends, free master classes, rehearsal space, professional development workshops, and discounts to Queens arts institutions. We offer our audiences free performances & dance workshops, and an accessible way to engage with local dancers as fellow neighbors. We are proud to represent a slice of Queens dance and bring it to our shared communities, creating a unique experience of Queens for all!
~WHY YOUR SUPPORT MATTERS~ QDF is truly a community effort, dedicated to creating a measurable, meaningful impact. Your donation is critical to sustain our program and grow its strength every year. Your support empowers us to remain a characteristic part of the cultural fabric in Queens.
BUSINESS SPONSORS: We have innovative partnership opportunities to propose to you! If your business would like to sponsor at $250+, please email thephysicalplant@gmail.com.
