2019 GRANTEES
Situated in the Historic Hill District, the mission of Hill Dance Academy Theatre (HDAT) is to develop and train students, age 3-18 years old, in Black Dance Traditions, expand knowledge of Black Dance Traditions and develop emerging Dance Artists to sustain Black Dance as an Art form in Black communities. HDAT engages students, who are dedicated to serious dance study in rigorous, disciplined training to meet the demands required for collegiate, conservatory, second company and careers in dance.
As HDAT celebrates its 15th Anniversary, for the next 2 years HDAT has hired an Assistant to the Executive Director/Artistic Director and a Rehearsal Director. This position will allow for more efficient day-to-day operations and a demanding rehearsal and performance schedule. AE&E Fund is pleased to support the academy as it continues to grow in students, performance opportunities, summer intensives, and collaborations with other artistic organizations in preparing their students’ careers in dance.
Photos courtesy of Hill Dance Academy Theatre
and taken by E.A. Smith of CREW Productions LLC