Elevate AXIS: Investing in Disability Artistry

For a decade, I have been a part of the AXIS Dance Company community in some capacity. First as an apprentice, then as a Choreo-Lab Fellow, later as the Community Engagement Manager, and lastly, as Board Secretary. What has kept me engaged in this vital work of radical inclusion in dance for the last decade? 

I believe in the mission of AXIS. Help me elevate AXIS' work by helping me reach my $3,000 fundraising goal. Learn more about AXIS below. 

Be well, 

Mark Travis Rivera 

At the center of our wheel, AXIS believes disabled artists are our future.

As we dance our way into 2024, we will continue to create and perform new works and support the next generation of disabled and neurodivergent artists through our Choreo-Lab Fellowship, Teacher Trainings, and Summer Intensive programming.  We invite you to make a contribution that will directly support our ability to: 

• Commission more disabled and neurodivergent artists to develop new choreographic productions. We practice sustainable artistry that ensures artists earn livable wages that support their well-being.  
  
  

• Offer partial scholarships to Summer Intensive and Teacher Training participants who may experience financial barriers to access, thereby supporting the next generation of disabled and neurodiverse artists.
  
  

• Utilize closed captioning, ASL interpretation, audio description, and other access technologies that allow all to experience the cutting-edge artistry of our productions and programming. This is integral to creating inclusive spaces where every individual can access dance and express their creativity. 

Support from individuals such as you make our work of redefining dance and disability not only possible but a reality that we all get to experience together.  Together, we can continue to create a radically inclusive dance sector and world by removing barriers and showcasing the beauty of difference. 

To make a matching gift contribution, please email us at development@axisdance.org. For other ways to donate and support AXIS, please visit https://axisdance.org/donate/. 

With boundless thanks,

The AXIS Team