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Breaking Barriers. Elevating Voices. Reimagining Dance.
Led by Derick McKoy, Jr. | Centering BIPOC & LGBTQIA+ in movement

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McKoy Dance Project | A Mesmerizing Journey Through MovementStep into the world of McKoy Dance Project (MDP), where bold storytelling, technical precision, and visceral emotion collide.This dynamic performance reel features excerpts from MDP’s celebrated repertoire—works that challenge boundaries, honor identity, and ignite the stage with power and grace. Rooted in contemporary movement and cultural truth, MDP champions accessibility, equity, and innovation in dance.Experience the urgency. Witness the artistry. Feel the impact.For booking, collaborations, or more about MDP’s mission, visit www.mckoydanceproject.org or reach us at community@mckoydanceproject.org. #McKoyDanceProject #ContemporaryDance #DanceReel #PayArtists #TimelessInnovation by @mckoydanceproject

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The MDP Signature Collection has arrived.More than merchandise — this collection is a way to carry the mission with you.Every purchase directly supports McKoy Dance Project’s artists, performances, education programs, and future seasons.🖤 Wear the movement. Support the mission.Shop now at mckoydanceproject.org/shop (link in bio)#McKoyDanceProject #MDPBoutique #SupportTheArts #DanceMerch #ContemporaryDance by @mckoydanceproject

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Goodbye, TIMELESS//INNOVATION. ✨This season, MDP supported nearly 50 artists, reached hundreds of audience members, invested in new creative voices, and continued building community through dance.As we prepare for Season 8: ECHO, we’re making one final push toward our fiscal year-end goal: $995 raised, $2,005 to go.If MDP has impacted you this season, we hope you’ll consider making a gift before June 30.Thank you for being part of this chapter.🔗 donorbox.org/supportmdp or visit the link in our bio📸: @nirarieli#FuelTheFutureMDP #SupportTheArts #ContemporaryDance #DanceForImpact by @mckoydanceproject

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Our final MDP | Gives Back partner of the season is the Mama Glow Foundation, nominated by Company Artist Shaina McGregor. 💛At McKoy Dance Project, we believe the arts can be a catalyst for community impact. Through MDP | Gives Back, a portion of select fundraising campaigns supports nonprofit organizations nominated by our artists and community members.As part of our Fiscal Year-End Campaign, a portion of gifts received through June 30 will support the Mama Glow Foundation and its work advancing reproductive justice, birth equity, and maternal health.When you support MDP, you’re helping us invest in artists while also extending that impact beyond the stage.✨ Join the Circle of Leaders with a monthly gift starting at $25/month✨ Make a one-time contribution before June 30Together, we can create opportunities for artists while helping advance meaningful change in our communities.🔗 donorbox.org/supportmdp or visit the link in our bio#McKoyDanceProject #MDPGivesBack #MamaGlowFoundation #BirthEquity #MaternalHealth by @mckoydanceproject

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The rain couldn’t stop our parade. 🌧✨We’re so grateful to have performed at the Jamaica Dance Festival yesterday alongside an incredible lineup of artists and community members. Though the performance lineup was unfortunately stopped midway through due to the thunderstorm rolling in, MDP showed up, danced fully, and shared our work with heart.What a beautiful way to close out the season.As we prepare for Season 8, we invite our community to help fuel what’s next through our fiscal year-end campaign before June 30th. Every contribution helps us continue supporting artists, creating new work, and expanding access to dance.Choreography by Derick McKoy, Jr. @dmckoyyCostumes by Erica Johnston @edjohnstThank you to everyone who supported, attended, and weathered the storm with us. 💛Now… onward to Season 8. ECHO is coming very soon.#McKoyDanceProject #JamaicaDanceFestival #ContemporaryDance #NYCDance #ECHO by @mckoydanceproject

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Queens, we’re excited to be joining the Jamaica Dance Festival 2026 this summer! ✨Join McKoy Dance Project alongside Te Ao Mana and White Wave Young Soon Kim Dance Company for an evening of free outdoor performances celebrating movement, culture, and community.MDP will be presenting ‘Overcurrent’ and ‘Alegría’ choreographed by @dmckoyy as part of the festival.🗓 Saturday, June 6, 2026🕖 7:00 PM📍 Rufus King Park — Jamaica Ave at 150th Street🎟 FREE + open to the publicWe’re honored to share our work as part of this incredible festival bringing dance directly into the heart of Queens.Presented by @abetterjamaica and @thejamaicaartscouncilPhoto by @nirarieli, costume by @edjohnst#JamaicaDanceFestival #McKoyDanceProject #QueensNY #NYCDance #FreeEventsNYC by @mckoydanceproject

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We’re building the foundation for Season 8: ECHO! 🔥Goal: 15 new Circle of Leaders members Current: 2 / 15$25/month supports our artists.A one-time gift supports the moment.And every gift right now also contributes to The Mama Glow Foundation.Join monthly—or give what you can today. www.donorbox.org/thecircle by @mckoydanceproject

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Taking the stage June 6th for @thejamaicadancefestival at 7pm w/ @mckoydanceproject Excerpted “Overcurrent” choreographed by @dmckoyy and restaged for McKoy Dance Project (MDP)Costumes by @edjohnst Dancing with @serenacarella_ by @mckoydanceproject

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A week of process. Exploration. Possibility. ✨Choreographer’s Institute 2026 brought artists into the studio to question, build, and discover—culminating in an intimate sharing of new work.Grateful to our choreographers, dancers, and community for making space for creativity in motion.This is how new work begins.Support the process. Support the artists. Support the future of new dance.#ChoreographersInstitute #NewWork #ContemporaryDance #SupportArtists #McKoyDanceProject by @mckoydanceproject

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The energy. The talent. The future. 🔥Thank you to everyone who showed up and brought their artistry into the room for MDP auditions. We saw bold movement, commitment, and undeniable presence.Excited for what’s ahead.✨ Want to be part of what’s next? Stay connected and support the work.#MDP #DanceAudition #ContemporaryDance #NYCDance #NextGeneration by @mckoydanceproject

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We’re building the future of McKoy Dance Project—right now.As we close out our fiscal year, our goal is to bring in 15 new Circle of Leaders members to help sustain our artists, our work, and what comes next.Monthly giving creates stability. It allows us to plan, grow, and continue creating bold, meaningful dance—not just project to project, but with intention.And through MDP | Gives Back, every gift right now also supports @mamaglowfoundation, extending care and impact beyond our stage. The Mama Glow Foundation was nominated by Company Member Shaina McGregor. Not ready for monthly? You can still make a one-time gift. It all counts in this moment.We’re currently at 2 of 15.Join monthly at $25—or give what you can today.Costume by @edjohnst Photo by @nirarieli #FuelTheFutureMDP #PayArtists #SupportTheArts #DanceForImpact #MonthlyGiving by @mckoydanceproject

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A glimpse into what was built and shared yesterday ✨Choreographer’s Institute 2026 brought together emerging voices, dedicated artists, and a week of focused creation—culminating in an intimate works-in-process showing at Mark Morris Dance Center.Grateful to Jael Griffin and Dan Doran for their bold, thoughtful work, and to our dancers for bringing these ideas to life with such care and commitment.This is what it means to invest in process, in people, and in the future of new dance.With gratitude to our community of supporters and donors who make this work possible—your belief in artists at this stage of creation is essential. If you feel inspired to support this work, we welcome you to join us.#ChoreographersInstitute #NewWork #ContemporaryDance #SupportArtists #McKoyDanceProject by @mckoydanceproject

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