Since 2001, PMT has been a home for dance companies, choreographers and dancers of all levels to showcase their talents.  They've used PMT as a platform to reach a greater audience and achieve a higher level of success - as indicated by the dozens of renowned performers who have graced our stage.?

Please review the below information carefully before submitting your work. Submissions will be taken from 3/26/2026-4/23/2026?

Eligibility & Requirements:?

- Dance performance groups from all cultures and of all genres are welcome to submit work.

- Performers must be 18 or older. Exemptions to the age requirement may be provided on a case by case basis.

- Submission Period: All submissions must be provide between 3/26/2026-4/23/2026.

- Piece cannot be longer than 10 minutes. Only one piece shall be submitted into the weekend's showcases.

- All participants must submit this APPLICATION FORM. If you require assistance in doing so due to accessibility needs, language assistance or another reason, please email us at pmthouseofdance@aol.com to arrange assistance. Hard copies are available at PMT House of Dance.

- Pieces must be able to fit inside the performance space, which is approximate 64' x 33'. A group's ability to safely perform in this size space will be considered as part of the evaluation process.

- Must be available to perform on 5/17/2026 at one of the listed shows (groups can perform in multiple shows, this will be assigned by PMT)

- Must have availability on Tuesday 5/12/2026 after 1:30pm to tech their piece.

- Due to space restrictions, tap dancing is not permitted.

- Student Submissions are not eligible.

What you receive:?

- Free video and photography of the performances.

- Post show reception to both celebrate and network with industry professionals.

- 10 free hours of rehearsal space* and assistance obtaining additional discounted space.?

How it works:?

- Dance pieces submitted must be at least 1/3 complete. The submission must be what the applicant is performing/presenting.

- All dances submitted shall be evaluated at once at the end of the submission period. 

- Dances submitted will be placed according to artist criteria and diversity/representation goals. Each show will showcase a variety of genres from artists of different backgrounds as a principle of this endeavor.

- Those who have submitted work will be contacted no later than 4/27/2026.?

Show Information:?

PERFORMANCE DATE:

Sunday, May 17th - 3:00pm & 6:00pm*

*Groups don't have to perform in all shows. Shows will be assigned by PMT based on group availability.?

VENUE

Manhattan Movement and Arts Center
248 W 60th St,
New York, NY 10023