2024-10-22T09:21:54-07:00 2023-12-31 823782880 Mary G Sormeley CPA 560 Day Ave Ridgefield NJ 07657 990 2023-01-01 133486263 Open Channels New York Inc dba Dixon Place OPEN 2122190736 161A Chrystie Street New York NY 10002 Eleanor Covan Secretary/Treas 2024-10-22 true true Mary G Sormeley P01469548 2018328922 X 2023 2024-10-15 13:58:12Z Eleanor Covan 161A Chrystie Street New York NY 10002 589636 false X www.dixonplace.org X 1986 NY To foster, promote and advance greater knowledge, understanding and appreciation of the performing and literary arts, including theater, dance, puppetry, music, spoken word, and multimedia presentations. 4 3 12 4 42947 618339 329206 96854 152044 3193 5849 83611 91562 801997 578661 0 0 280378 244015 0 84152 436626 611114 717004 855129 84993 -276468 4425499 4113390 579675 544124 3845824 3569266 To foster, promote and advance greater knowledge, understanding and appreciation of the performing and literary arts, including theater, dance, puppetry, music, spoken word, and multimedia presentations. false false 652239 152044 In 2023, Dixon Place (DP) sustained its enduring commitment to serving myriad communities by developing and presenting new original performing and literary works. In a welcoming, professional, accessible venue, artists and audiences were inspired and encouraged to discover new ideas, insights, and artistic forms. DPs policies, practices and programs ensure inclusivity regarding gender, race, sexual identity, disabilities, age, and ethnicity. Foremost priorities are to serve as a safe haven for artists and provide meaningful, culturally enriching experiences for audiences. Dixon Place was open January - December, 2023, presenting 132 live theater, dance, music, and literary events, serving over 500 artists and over 5900 attendees. The following is a breakdown of programs and projects: COMMISSIONING & PRODUCTION PROGRAM Established in 1994, DPs Commissioning & Production Program provides comprehensive support that empowers artists to develop and present courageous new work. Each production receives access to DP facilities for meetings and auditions; artistic fees of $6,000$15,000 per production for writers, directors, designers, choreographers, and performers; 80+ hours of rehearsal time; marketing and administrative assistance; a production manager and full technical support, and a performance run. In 2023, DP commissioned, presented and/or co-presented the following productions: ? The Village by Nora Burns. After the world premiere at DP sold out in October 22, the production was remounted and returned in 2023, February 2-24 and again June 1-23. Set in 1979 NYC, the 10 character comedic play combined show-stopping dialogue and disco dancing with period designs and metatheater. ? Truth and Beauty, by Candace Brown and Soul Project. Through movement and music, 10 dancers and 2 musicians told stories inspiring two things we all search for in our everyday lives: truth and beauty. The sold out production ran May 11, 12, 18, 19, 2023. ? Swimming With Lesbians written and performed by GLAAD Award-winning artist Marga Gomez. Gomez portrayed a multitude of characters in this seafaring comedy aboard the worlds oldest lesbian cruise ship, The Celesbian. The workshop production ran July 10-14, 2023. ? The Picher Project, a new musical by Quentin Madia and Lauren Pelia explored the rise and destruction of the now-abandoned mining town of Picher, OK. 20 actors/singers shared the stories of Picher citizens and the often forgotten experiences of the Quapaw Nation. September 28-October 21, 2023 HOT FESTIVAL The longest running annual LGBTQIA+ festival in the world, HOT has pioneered queer arts and culture in NYC since 1992, offering an artistic haven for so many underrepresented voices in the community. An extension of Pride, the Festival takes place throughout the entire month of July, featuring theater, dance, spoken word, music, and comedy. In 2023, HOT ran July 6-29 and engaged 72 artists.DANCE BLOC NYC FESTIVAL In 2023, the third year of DPs annual dance festival took place November 2, 3, and 4 with six different programs featuring new works in almost every dance form by 22 diverse dance companies. SUBSIDIZED SPACE PROGRAM (SSP) The SSP serves independent theater and dance companies who need affordable space to showcase their new work, a rarity in NYC, especially for artists and audiences with mobility challenges. By providing full front and back of house support, professional services and amenities, and physical accessibility, DP has built relationships with companies and many return annually. In 2023, the program supported New Camerata Opera, Navatman Dance Company, White Wave Dance, Wet Ink Ensemble, Noor Dance, Legacy Arts, and many more. PUPPETRY PROGRAM Since its inception in 2006, DPs popular annual program Puppet BloK (PB) has supported 275+ NYC area artists working in myriad forms of puppetry including Marionettes; Shadow Puppetry; Bunraku; Hand and Rod; Pageantry; puppets ranging in size from fingers to full body puppets; and more. PB takes place on 4 nights with 4 different curators selecting 4 artists/companies to present 10-15 minutes of new work. Each evening includes a talkback designed to assist artists in the development of their work; talkbacks also successfully serve to stimulate and educate audiences about puppetry and the process of creation. PB aligns perfectly with DPs mission by providing opportunities for puppetry artists to develop new ideas, explore new forms, and foster new collaborations. LITERARY PROGRAM In 2023, DPs long running successful series Experiments & Disorders featured 19 early career and established writers presenting new work in fiction, poetry, performance text, and nonfiction on April 18, May 16, July 18, October 17, and November 14. CULTURAL EDUCATION & COMMUNITY OUTREACH PROGRAM (CECO) CECO has provided much-needed free artistic workshops and performance opportunities for the underrepresented voices of culturally underserved, low-income elders for 24 years. In 2023, seniors in our community participated in two 4-month workshops in theater, puppetry and visual art, culminating in well-attended free public performances. Through these experiential programs led by teaching artists from Concrete Temple Theatre with great agility and expertise, elder participants discovered their creative voices, developed original work, and performed for supportive audiences. By supporting and nurturing voices rarely heard, CECO strengthens DPs commitment to diversity and inclusion, and nurturing the creative process at every level of artistic pursuit. 652239 true true false false false false false false false false true false false false true true false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false true false false false false true 54 0 true 12 true true true false false false false false false 0 false false false false false false false X 4 3 false false false false false false false true false false false true true true true true true true true false NY X Organization 2122190736 161A Chrystie Street New York NY 10002 Eleanor Covan Secretary/Treas 40.00 0.00 X X 69167 0 5528 Sangeeta Yesley Director 3.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Tracy Hatton Director 3.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Michael Howett Chair/President 5.00 0.00 X X 0 0 0 69167 5528 0 false false false 0 128105 201101 329206 Ticket processing fee 711110 14290 14290 Ticket sales 711110 137754 137754 152044 5849 5779 70 0 0 44295 44295 44295 44295 0 0 0 46023 10975 35048 35048 Miscellaneous income 900099 12159 4260 7899 Tshirt sales 711110 60 60 12219 578661 206438 42947 70 X 0 0 0 0 74695 29878 22409 22408 0 142395 129553 6421 6421 0 8964 8304 330 330 17961 13447 2257 2257 0 0 6000 2000 4000 0 0 0 187418 155783 29250 2385 3458 3458 4058 1463 2595 0 0 143732 104204 19764 19764 311 30 281 0 0 25113 18584 3265 3264 0 158524 117308 20608 20608 13743 9963 1890 1890 Space repairs & maint. 26096 18972 3562 3562 Ticket services 14938 14938 Telephone & internet 7464 5412 1026 1026 Production expenses 6090 6090 14169 12852 1080 237 855129 652239 118738 84152 111971 89638 595533 441383 71000 103105 5114 1449 0 0 0 0 21377 15926 5939968 2483538 3613654 3456430 2728 2638 0 0 4122 2821 0 4425499 4113390 19561 16183 15100 9400 544594 518432 420 109 579675 544124 X 3717609 3468396 128215 100870 3845824 3569266 4425499 4113390 -276468 -90 X true X false false false X 386569 424905 463571 618339 329206 2222590 0 0 386569 424905 463571 618339 329206 2222590 346900 1875690 73864 18523 49732 45460 50144 237723 98387 18274 14245 37832 35048 203786 4947 2584 5483 3514 12218 28746 2692845 0.69650 0.62610 X RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED 1000000 412393 587607 4591334 133666 4457668 56582 42882 13700 292052 1894597 -1602545 3456430 Sales tax payable 109 109 X Part X : FIN48 Footnote The Organization is a not-for-profit corporation exempt from federal income taxes under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and has been designated as an organization which is not a private foundation. However, Open Channels New York, Inc. (d/b/a Dixon Place) is subject to income tax on its unrelated business activities which primarily consists of concession sales for the enjoyment and convenience of its audience members. As a single-member limited liability company, Dixon Place LLC is treated as a 'disregarded entity" for income tax purposes. Therefore, LLC's financial activity is reported in conjunction with the Federal income tax filings of Open Channels New York, Inc. (d/b/a Dixon Place).Management has evaluated all income tax positions and has concluded that no disclosures relating to uncertain tax positions are required in the financial statements. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 11b Form 990 reviewed by the Organization's Finance Consultant prior to being submitted to the full board of directors prior to filing. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 12c Potential conflicts discussed at quarterly board meetings or more frequently as needed. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 15b Compensation reviewed and approved by top management, key employees and officers of the organization and based on industry comparisons from similarly-sized and structured organizations. Form 990, Part VI, Section C, Line 19 Form 990s appear on guidestar.org website. All governing documents and financial statements available upon request. Dixon Place LLC 161A Chrystie Street New York NY 10002 800392705 Concession sales NY 53923 54256 Open Channels New York Inc false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false