Show Up & Dance is Dance New Jersey’s long-running performance series that features the NJ dance community in action. With performances by professionals, emerging choreographers, dance studios, public schools, and students, this showcase connects the extended dance community, reveals the diversity of artistry and dance forms statewide, and elevates the role of dance in New Jersey’s creative landscape.

Performance Date: Sunday, March 29, 2026

Location: Stockton University (Galloway, NJ)

Deadline to Apply: Sunday, January 18th, 2026

Theater Details: Stockton University's Performing Arts Center is 550 seat sunken theater with a marley stage floor. Stage dimensions are 48 x 36.

COMPENSATION

Each professional dance company/group and individual professional artist selected will receive a performance stipend of $100. 
All Groups will receive a video recording of their piece. Photos will be available to purchase directly from the photographer. Each group will also be highlighted on DNJ’s social media and newsletter platforms leading up to the event.

FULL GUIDELINES AND APPLICATION