Here you will find a refined list of resources pertaining to the business of dance; including contracts, marketing strategies, audition advice and more. If you think there is something missing or would like to submit an article, please do not hesitate to get in touch by emailing danz@danz.org.nz
Notes and presentation materials from DANZ's seminar on 'Tactics in Negotiating' led by Phil Darkins from Equity. This seminar programme looked at negotiating tactics and also covered why the industry needs contracts. Supported by the Lion Foundation Keep Reading
The following is a simple checklist of tips to help with marketing - a major ingredient for a dance business or event. Effective marketing increases the chances of creating a successful and sustainable enterprise. Keep Reading
Teaching dance is about creating a positive learning environment for the students. This code should be used as a guide for New Zealand Dance Teachers. Keep Reading
It is important that professional dance practitioners are excellent role models for the industry. The professional dancer is ultimately responsible for their own health and well-being and professional practice. This code should be used as a guide for the dancer's professional practice. Keep Reading
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Lyne Pringle and Dawn Sanders gave their perspectives on the tools and methods they used for evaluating production and performance at DANZ's Dance and Beyond Forum. The constructive general discussion that followed forms the basis of this valuable resource. Keep Reading
As part of the 2015 Auckland Tempo Dance Festival New Zealand's recently appointed touring agency, Performing Arts Network New Zealand (PANNZ) spoke to the dance community about who they are, what they do and how to apply to be a touring company/group. Keep Reading
Choreography is about managing people as well as dance. This code should be use as a guide for New Zealand Choreographers Keep Reading
Good professional practice in dance includes knowledge and implementation of ethical and compliance issues. These comprise written and unwritten codes of practice and legal legislation. Keep Reading
In order to develop our professional practice and make New Zealand dance stronger, it is important to evaluate our work and learn from this. This 360 degree project evaluation tool will help to facilitate the process. Keep Reading
This resource summarises information on pricing dance performances and its role in developing audiences. Keep Reading
This is a guideline for maximising your marketing activities, particularly promotions and publicity opportunities. Keep Reading
From what to pack to what to expect at auditions, this guide will give you more confidence whilst going through the auditioning process. Keep Reading
Whatever your employment situation it is advisable to have a written contract. If you don't have a formal, legal agreement, it doesn't mean you don't have a contract, an exchange of emails or verbal agreement also constitutes a contract. Keep Reading
Defining your audience, knowing who will be interested and how to reach them are critical to attracting them to your performances. The stories about your story are a great way to sell your show. In this article, Phil Reed provides tips on how to market your show, tell your stories and get media working for you. Keep Reading
Social media is an important tool for dance, it is cost effective and enables us to connect directly to our target audience. This resource provides you with key information on how to build dance audiences. Keep Reading
This resource will encourage dance people to be professional in their approach right from the beginning of a process – to have contracts in place so that everyone knows what is expected even if there is no money to be exchanged. Keep Reading