![]() JUMP TO: Workshops & Trainings | Microgrants | Ombuds Program | Leadership Council With the #MeToo movement, incidents across the country, and stories from our own community, it has become clear that the New York theatre community also needs to learn much about harassment and abuse. In response, and with generous support from the New York Community Trust, A.R.T./New York is launching Body Autonomy: A new program that combats cultures of abuse and empowers actors, artists, and participants with control over their bodies on and off stage. Built on the principles of restorative justice, body autonomy, and affirmative consent, this program consists of three components:
We are currently meeting with artists, administrators, and theatre-makers to discuss the program, the state of the field, and identify possible future partners in this work. We are committed to centering the leadership and voices of people of color, trans/non-binary people, queer folks, and other marginalized voices. If you would like to chat about the program or A.R.T./New York's work in this area, please contact Corinne Woods, Director of Programs, at [email protected] or by phone at 212-244-6667 x241.
Workshops & TrainingsA.R.T./New York works with peer institutions to offer workshops and trainings designed to develop and strengthen sexual harassment policies. Please check back for updates about workshops coming in Fall 2020. A.R.T./New York also offers comprehensive Sexual Harassment Prevention Trainings that meet the recently updated city and state requirements for individual employees and contractors. The curriculum is designed specifically for theatre makers, moves the conversation beyond just liability and risk, and engages participants by approaching sexual harassment prevention as a communal responsibility. Click here to learn more »
MicrograntsAs of March 17, 2021, A.R.T./New York is no longer administering Intimacy Director Microgrants as a separate program. The Funds for Anti-Oppression Work microgrant supports the hiring of intimacy directors, along with many other types of professionals. If you have questions about this or about any of our grant programs, please email [email protected]. Ombuds ProgramA.R.T./New York is launching a pilot ombud program with 10 member theatre productions. Each participating production will be assigned a pair of ombuds for one production in their season. The ombuds will be available to assist in mediation, reporting, and meetings as needed. They serve two essential functions: 1) to be an accessible resource for individuals to report (anonymously, if requested) inappropriate or unsafe behavior outside of the traditional power structures within the rehearsal room or the theatrical organization; 2) to establish ground rules for bodily autonomy and safety in the rehearsal process so that everyone involved has understanding and agreement about acceptable and unacceptable behavior. If you are interested in joining the Ombud pilot program, please fill out this short form.
Leadership Council
Becky Bodurtha · Elena Chang · Rachel Dart · Luci Devoy · Orion S. Johnstone · Liz Morgan · Casey York
Header: Tectonic Theater Project's production of Carmen. Photo by Stan Borough. |