Misnomer.org
Performing ArtsNew York, United States2-10 Employees
Misnomer Dance Theater is a performing arts company based in Brooklyn, New York, founded by choreographer Chris Elam. It develops and tours original dance works and pursues innovative approaches to audience engagement, delivering experiences that connect artists with audiences. The company has performed in more than 300 theaters across fourteen countries and has earned recognition from The New York Times as a distinctive voice in modern dance and among the year’s notable performances. It operates with a small team and maintains governance through a Board and an Advisory Board. Through its GoSeeDoArts platform, the organization provides a structured way for audiences to shape their experiences with art; recent projects include collaborations with Bjork, Apple, and the Sundance Channel, and outreach at major conferences such as Fortune Technology and TEDx.