A.R.T./New York has been closely following the #MeToo and #TimesUp movements while listening to the stories and concerns of our members. We've heard that artists and administrators do not know who to report uncomfortable or unsafe interactions to, and how there is a lack of outside support and knowledge about harassment and abuse. We've seen how the traditional power dynamics of a rehearsal room or audition space can be heavily skewed, leaving many without an outlet to bring forward concerns for fear of losing their jobs, possibly harming their career, or being put in an unsafe position. In a collaborative art form, this is unacceptable.

1. Education and professional development for member companies and their staffs,
2. Microgrants to offset the cost of hiring Intimacy Directors for productions including nudity and/or intimate scenes, and 
3. A subsidized ombud program. This provides an independent, trained person who can assist individuals in mediating conflicts, anonymously sharing concerns, and generally act as a liaison for the organization and the individuals involved in the production. 

The programming will be overseen by a leadership council of artists and administrators. A.R.T./New York is committed to centering the voices and leadership of people of color; trans, non-binary, and gender non-conforming people, queer folx, and other marginalized voices.

Incubator members:

• must identify as new or in the process of forming and should not have 501(c)3 nonprofit status at the time of application (though incubator members may be fiscally sponsored). Incubator members may be preparing to embark on their first production or have very limited producing experience.

• must have an annual operating budget under $100,000. While the organization may not yet have a formal budget, the anticipated annual expenses should not exceed $100,000.

• may only retain their Incubator Membership status for ONE year. At the conclusion of that year, the organization may renew as a full member, but may not pursue another year of Incubator Membership. 

• only have access to a limited selection of A.R.T./New York's services, including workshops, roundtables, some space discounts, and the Creative Space grant.

• pay a reduced rate of dues. Because of the new status of these companies and the limited services they'll have access to, Incubator members pay only $50 in dues at the time of application.