Membership Benefits

Like public radio, Boston Dance Alliance is member supported.

Your support makes BDA’s key initiatives including the BDA Open Call Audition, Dancer Health Day, Dancewear Distribution Program and Portable Dance Floor possible!

Your support also means BDA can provide these FREE valuable services:

Pro/Motion Newsletter to keep you up to date with news, events, and opportunities in the Boston dance world
Annual Grant and Residency Calendar to find support for your creative visions
Class Finder + Studio Space Finder for equitable studio and class listings across the metropolitan area
Job and Audition postings so you don’t miss a casting call – and find the collaborators of your dreams!

In addition to these free services, we have four membership levels with exclusive and unique benefits for each member of our dance community. Some levels also include tiered pricing so you can select the annual membership fee that works best for you!

Click on a level to find out more!

Dance Lover

Individual Dancer

Choreographers + Artistic Directors

Studios + Dance Organizations

Click here to see a table comparing the benefits at each level!

If you are enrolled as a BDA member through our previous system, you will be asked to register for one of our new and improved levels upon expiration of your membership. All previous membership benefits within our old system will remain until you renew under this new system! If you have any questions about this shift, please reach out to Miranda at mbrown@bostondancealliance.org

About New Tiered Membership Pricing:

BDA is committed to offering high-quality and accessible arts services for all. As such, some membership levels offer three tiers. Choose the tier that works best for you: this is an honor system and BDA does not require financial documentation.

By paying what you are able, you help us better meet the needs of everyone in our dance community! There is no difference in membership benefits based on the tier you select.

Digital membership card:

Once you complete your membership registration, you will receive a digital membership card that includes your membership level, ID number, and membership expiration date. When in-person performances resume, you can show your digital BDA membership card on your mobile device for associated discounts! Presenting your own performances? Please consider offering a BDA discount to your audience!

Dance Lovers

$50 +

Donate over $50 to support membership for low-income dancers

Comprehensive dance calendar to keep you aware of the richness and breadth of our community’s activities
Special member pricing for in-person 2022 Gala
BDA ticket discounts to local and touring performances
Two-for-one Circle of Friends theatre discounts through our sister organization, StageSource
Virtual content exclusive to members throughout the year
COMING SOON: Once a Dancer Always a Dancer Zoom/meet up!

Individual Dancers

Tier 1: $35 Tier 2: $50 Tier 3: $75

Choose the tier that is right for you. Financial aid available for dancers who qualify.

Free registration for 2022 BDA Open Call Audition – find a job, experience a master class, build a community
Free registration for 2022 BDA Dancer Health Day – wellness screens to avoid injury plus free access to archived 2020 dancer health videos
Special member pricing for in-person 2022 BDA Gala
Network and resources for New England dancers with disabilities
BDA ticket discounts to local and touring performances
Two-for-one Circle of Friends theatre discounts through our sister organization, StageSource
Virtual content exclusive to members throughout the year

Choreographers + Artistic Directors

Tier 1: $85 Tier 2: $100 Tier 3: $115

Choose the tier that is right for you.

Fiscal sponsorship to support sustainable fundraising
Eligibility to apply for Boston Dancemakers Residency (BDA/BCA)
Discounted portable floor rentals for performances anywhere
Publicity for your performances – including our Pro/Motion newsletter, social media, and cross-posting to the Arts/Boston calendar. A reach of over 80,000 unique visitors!
One free event e-blast per membership year to reach 2500+ dancers and dance lovers
Attend Open Call Audition as a choreographer to find dancers for your projects
Free registration for 2022 BDA Dancer Health Day – wellness screens to avoid injury – and free access to archived 2020 dancer health videos
Special member pricing for in-person 2022 BDA Gala
Two-for-one Circle of Friends theatre discounts through our sister organization, StageSource
COMING SOON: Financial workshops and consulting from First Republic Bank

Studios + Dance Organizations

Tier 1 (Annual Budget <100k): $85 Tier 2 (Annual Budget 100k-500k): $150 Tier 3 (Annual Budget 500k +): $300

Payment tier is based on your organization’s annual budget

Fiscal sponsorship for scholarship and other charitable program activity
Discounted portable floor rentals for performances anywhere
Participation in the BDA Dancewear Distribution Program for low-income dancers
Publicity for your events – including our Pro/Motion newsletter, social media, and cross-posting to the Arts/Boston calendar. A reach of over 80,000 unique visitors!
Publicize your rentable space on our Studio Space Finder
One free event e-blast per membership year to reach 2500+ dancers and dance lovers
Consulting on making your studio accessible to dancers with disabilities
Special member pricing for in-person 2022 BDA Gala
Two-for-one Circle of Friends theatre discounts through our sister organization, StageSource
COMING SOON: Financial workshops and consulting from First Republic Bank