Receive a Paul Taylor Dance Company scholarship

I am thrilled we are cultivating young talent by offering scholarships to our school.  Most of my dancers took daily classes and our dance intensives before I asked them to join my Company" - Paul Taylor

  • About Paul Taylor

    Paul Taylor is the last living member of the pantheon that created America’s indigenous art of modern dance. Mr. Taylor’s impact on dance has stretched over six decades, since he burst upon the dance scene in 1954 as both a virtuoso performer and a choreographer.

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    The world renowned Paul Taylor Dance Company sets the global standard for contemporary dance excellence; since its founding in 1954, the Company has performed in 524 cities and 64 countries. The Paul Taylor Dance Company, together with DanceMedia, is inviting aspiring dancers to submit a video showcasing their dance ability, style and why they deserve to receive an exclusive year-long scholarship to The Taylor School in New York. Two winners will be selected by Paul Taylor, Dance Magazine, 'So You Think You Can Dance' Director Matthew Diamond and two Taylor Company members.

    Host Choice Paul Taylor's Choice

    The two selected dancers (one male and one female) will receive:

    • One-year scholarship to The Taylor School, valued at $4,500*
    • One pair of tickets to attend a performance during the 2012 Paul Taylor Dance Company New York Season at the David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center with a backstage tour and a meet and greet with Paul Taylor Dance Company members
    • An invitation to attend an open rehearsal during the 2012 Paul Taylor Dance Company New York Season at the David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center
    • A copy of Paul Taylor's autobiography, Private Domain
    • One-year subscription to Dance Magazine
    • Exclusive Paul Taylor Dance Company merchandise
    Two runners-up will receive:
    • An invitation to attend an open rehearsal during the 2012
    • Paul Taylor Dance Company New York Season at the David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center*
    • A copy of Paul Taylor's autobiography, Private Domain
    • One-year subscription to Dance Magazine
    • Exclusive Paul Taylor Dance Company merchandise

    People's ChoicePeople's Choice


    The two highest voted artists will each receive:
    • An invitation to attend an open rehearsal during the 2012 Paul Taylor Dance Company New York Season at the David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center*
    • One-year subscription to Dance Magazine
    • Exclusive Paul Taylor Dance Company merchandise
    *Travel and accommodation are the responsibility of the winner, runner-up and highest voted artist.

    Important Dates Get Involved

    Submit by: February 29, 2012
    Vote: March 1, 2012 - March 8, 2012
    Winner(s) Announced: March 15, 2012

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