Gibney Company

Gibney Company is a world-class contemporary dance company that commissions and performs works by renowned and rising international choreographers exploring the intersection of rigorous physicality and responsive, humanistic storytelling. Led by Artistic Director Gina Gibney and Company Director Gilbert T Small II, the Company is committed to reimagining the possibilities of dance—both on stage and in the community.

Based in New York City at Gibney, a dance and social justice organization founded in 1991, the Company has expanded significantly since a transformative gift in 2020, commissioning and premiering new works while building a repertory for performances in New York and internationally. Recent choreographic collaborations include works by Lucinda Childs, Peter Chu, William Forsythe, Johan Inger, Emilie Leriche, Ohad Naharin, Mthuthuzeli November, Sonya Tayeh, and Gustavo Ramirez Sansano, with performances at The Joyce Theater, New York City Center’s Fall for Dance Festival, and international festivals across Europe and North America.At the heart of Gibney Company’s mission are its Artistic Associates—full-time dancers who are also cultural entrepreneurs and advocates, engaging in Moving Toward Justice Fellowships that address social issues in the dance field. Through its unique model that supports sustainable careers, fosters collaboration, and champions artistic excellence, Gibney Company is shaping the future of contemporary dance—pushing boundaries, amplifying voices, and making an impact beyond the stage.