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choreographers throughout every phase of their careers. SDCF supports the building of a theatrical community that reflects the cultural, racial, and gender diversity of the nation by creating opportunities for artists of all backgrounds to bring their full, authentic selves to their work as creative leaders in the theatre. Guided by SDCFâs core values, the organization creates access to the field for early- and mid- career directors and choreographers; facilitates much-needed connection amongst artists and with the public; and offers unique platforms to honor the fieldâs artistic leaders. SDCFâs vison is achieved through programs such as the
Professional Development Program, the Lloyd Richards New Futures Residency, public panels, podcasts, and networking opportunities. Awards at SDCF include the Mr. Abbott Award, Gordon Davidson Award, Joe. A Callaway Awards, Zelda Fichandler Award, Barbara Whitman Award, and Breakout Award.
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available to them, was deployed in fall 2019. A second survey, deployed in June 2020, included questions exploring the financial and emotional impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, the fieldâs response to the calls for racial justice, and the resources needed to reopen the industry in an equitable, just, and sustainable way. In the third phase of the project, SDC analyzed the race, ethnicity, and gender demographics of the
Membership in the SDC database in connection with the SDC contracts filed across jurisdictionsâincluding Broadway, Off-Broadway, and LORT (League of Resident Theatres)âover a five-year period.
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SDC has tackled the complex issue of intellectual property rights with such cases asâŻGerald
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