Open Call for New MICHIYAYA Board Members 

Apply to Join the MICHIYAYA Board of Directors
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Application Opens: April 6, 2026
Applications Due: May 10, 2026*
Interviews: May 25-31, 2026
Application Decisions: Mid June 2026
New Members Begin: August 1, 2026

*Desired applications are due in May, but applications will be accepted on a rolling basis and applicants can expect to hear back within one month of their submission.
 

MICHIYAYA Dance is seeking new voices and perspectives for our Board of Directors. Those who are committed to supporting MICHIYAYA’s multidisciplinary performances and programming which includes boundary-pushing and experimental work of Anya & Mitsuko Clarke-Verdery and their group of collaborators based in New York City and Pittsburgh. We are looking for advocates of the performing arts and contemporary dance who want to provide meaningful connections for a small non-profit. 

Our work extends beyond performances including education, community engagement, and professional development initiatives. Serving on MICHIYAYA’s Board of Directors offers an opportunity to help grow our future as a strong queer voice in New York City & Pittsburgh’s art scenes. 

We seek passionate individuals who are invested in working collaboratively, contributing to our fundraising efforts, providing oversight and governance for an alternative, non-hierarchical company and growing our community of support.  

MICHIYAYA just rounded out their 10th anniversary as a company and now we are entering a pivotal period focused on long-term sustainability and strategic growth. New board members will play a key role in strengthening the organization’s foundation as we move beyond this milestone. 

We are looking for board members with experience in the following fields: fundraising, finance, community organizing, strategic plan implementation, grant writing, graphic design, law and corporate sponsorships. 

Please review our about page before submitting applications. New Board members should be aligned with our organization’s mission, vision, and values. 

We are looking forward to your applications and consideration.