The Dance Complex Announcements
Community Meeting Notes
Sunday, January 29, 2012, 5:15-6:20
With a fine mix of teachers, friends, staff, board and volunteers, about 25 people enjoyed good food and camaraderie at this winter potluck/dinner meeting.
David Dance, Chair of the Board, welcomed everyone. After each person introduced her/himself with name and a brief ‘my connection to The Dance Complex is,’ Rozann Kraus (founder) gave a 3 minute history, summarizing the first 20 years.
Remarking on both the uniqueness and impact of The Complex, David shared his hopes that as we move into a new era, those important qualities will be maintained and enhanced.
The upcoming Leap Year Dance Marathon was explained both historically and contemporaneously. This 5th time is still very much in process. We needs bands, DJs, food donations, set up, pick up and cleanup crews. Admission is $20/$10 for students/BDA. Running from 6p Saturday, March 3-6a Sunday, March 4, the money raised will go to help support Betty’s Closet, a soon to be costume co-op on our top floor. Any and all help spreading the word, getting bands and people is appreciated.
In a discussion of our low fees and needed fines, the state of the windows was mentioned. Especially in Studio 3, the windows are difficult to close at best, and impossible when the long pole is missing. No one is fined in that case; a desk attendant or staff person should be informed. This is among several issues that are being addressed. The Odd Fellows Hall is old and repairs and maintenance, as well as constant respect and vigilance from all users, are needed. Our success has always been due to a sense of collective ownership; The Dance Complex is a second home to many of us.
After announcing this at the meeting, the Board is launching the search for a new Executive Director. After 20 years, Rozann appreciates the challenges in this transition and explained she’s not leaving, just requesting a smaller set of responsibilities. While the new Executive Director will report directly to the Board and handle all staff and administrative duties, Rozann will still be the Artist Director, shepherding programs like the SCC and faculty concerts . A complete job description is on our website. There were suggestions about circulation of the notice and clarifications about the make-up of the Board of Directors.
A list of upcoming events was distributed:
5th Annual Leap Year Dance Marathon - Saturday, March 3, 2012 from 6:00pm - Sun 6:00am (March 4th) Volunteers are needed: Bands, DJs, Dance pledges, food and drink donations, help set up, pick up, clean up
SCC Concert Friday - Apirl 12 & Saturday, April 13, 2012 - Volunteers are needed: Usher, Box Office, House manager, audience
Open House Sunday - May 6, 2012 - Publicize your classes, come dance
Faculty Fashion(less) Concert - Saturday, May 12 and Sunday, May 13, 2012 - Dances in rehearsal clothes, designers watching (fundraiser for Betty’s Closet)
Fashion Concert (same dances with costumes) November 2012
At David’s suggestion, most everyone stayed to talk with some new person they met at the meeting. Then we cleaned up, split the food and said ‘Good night. See you at the Marathon.’
Rozann Kraus
President
The Dance Complex
536 Massachusetts Ave
Cambridge MA 02139
617.547.9363x15
rozann@dancecomplex.org
www.dancecomplex.org
The Board of Directors of The Dance Complex in Cambridge, MA is seeking a new Executive Director.
The applicant should be a visionary with experience in the arts community and a love of dance. The role of the Director will be to continue the development of the past twenty years of an organization that has been a role model for a successful volunteer-based community. Appreciation of diversity and an enjoyment of people are important, as is the ability to work collaboratively.
The Director will have ultimate responsibility for the successful running of The Dance Complex. Specific duties are to recruit, manage and train staff, help develop a working board, maintain an historical landmark building, oversee workshops and classes in numerous dance disciplines, manage fiduciary needs, research and apply for grants, and sustain an ongoing positive relationship with other arts organizations, dancers, instructors, the City of Cambridge, and all who are committed to keeping dance an active part in lives of people of all ages, of all skill levels and all walks of life.
The applicant must be willing to commit to the appointment for a minimum of three years. An understanding of business finance is required, excellent writing skills, as are the following computer competencies: word processing, spreadsheets, web searches, and the ability to oversee The Dance Complex website.
Salary is commensurate with experience; compensation is for about ¾ time and includes full health insurance and access to a world of movement arts and infectious energy.
Please send all information in text form in the body of an email, addressed to applications@dancecomplex.org; do not send attachments. Please include your name, address, contact information, a letter of introduction, and a bio of your administrative work. Letters of recommendation will be requested later. Please do not submit any attachments, photos, or videos. All applications must be received no later than midnight on 17 April, 2012.
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CHOREOGRAPHERS - Proposals are now being accepted for the April 13 -14, 2012 Shared Choreographers' Concert.
Work with another dancer/producer and learn everything from scheduling and ego massaging to running a post-concert Q&A.
Proposal deadline: Friday, March 2, 2012 at 5:00pm in the Shared Choreographers' Concert mail slot or by mail to The Dance Complex/SCC, 536 Mass Ave., Cambridge, MA 02139.
Showings: Sunday, March 11 and Sunday, April 1, 2012. Choreographers and dancers MUST BE AVAILABLE for these dates and for
Dress Rehearsal: Thursday, April 12, 2012.
If you have these dates available and are eager to gain some invaluable experience, please contact me with a brief explanatory introduction and resume.
Visit the Programs page for more information.
Dancingly yours,
Rozann
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The Dance Complex is a Top Non-Profit
As part of the nation-wide 2010 Art Appreciation Campaign, Cambridge-based The Dance Complex was voted one of the best non-profits. Though there is no monetary reward with this recognition, the increased visibility and credibility it affords is substantial.
Hosted by GreatNonprofits, Guidestar and
Intersection for the Arts, this selection will provide the volunteer based center with a closer link to philanthropic groups and individuals.
In its 19th year, The Dance Complex is the proud steward of The Odd Fellows Dance Hall in Central Square, Cambridge. With a diverse offering of classes, rehearsal and performance facilities it is the only non-membership organization that offers ongoing, drop in classes for all ages, skills and interest levels in the area.
A recipient of Cultural Facilities Funding, the Julie Ince Thompson Theatre, lobby and offices are now fully accessible. This renovation
was recently completed by the S
&
H Construction Company.
Other recognized non-profits include Lenox's Shakespeare
&
Co, VSA of Boston, Wolf Trap Performing Arts Center (VA) and NYC's Playwrights'
Horizon.
Rozann Kraus
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