The Next Stage Project - A Global Dance Company
Founded in 2002 by Artistic Directors Marijke Eliasberg and Jana Hicks, The Next Stage Project (TNSP) is known for an organic movement style, full body movement and small obscure interactions, portrayed by talented and expressive dancers. By forming partnerships between selected artists from around the globe and seeking creative venues to perform our works, TNSP aims to give dancers, choreographers and artists an opportunity to connect and share their art and passion. The TNSP directors are offering Dance, Tai Chi, Yoga classes and Yoga4Cancer classes to the community.
Company dancers are selected for their commitment, passion, talent and genuine interest in collaborating with the Artistic Directors.

Support TNSP in creating MORE performance opportunities!
TNSP - Fiscally Sponsored Member of New York Live Arts:

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THE NEXT STAGE PROJECT is a fiscally sponsored member of New York Live Arts, Inc., a non-profit tax-exempt organization. Click here for more information!
If you want to make a tax deductible financial donation online: Please click here!

Reflection - a dance performance
Wed 2/4/2026 @7:45pm:​​ Get your tickets!!! (Women and girls only)

The Next Stage Project (TNSP) company artists: 
Chanah Krasnianski (nee: Hecht) & Marijke Eliasberg, Hannah Albin, Delia Wada-Gill, Falls Kennedy, Hwajin Kim, Sara LaPadula, Chauncey Pauley, Sophia Pielet, Sara Pizzi, Abby Register & Rosa Silva.
The Next Stage Project (TNSP) presents:
Reflection
a dance performance
by Marijke Eliasberg in collaboration with the artists 

Wednesday February 4th at 7:45pm
Address: 3 Lafayette Ave, Brooklyn (at the corner of Flatbush Ave)
Tickets $20 (Any extra $ donations for the dancers are welcome!)
Reservations: www.thenextstageproject.com
Women and girls only

The Next Stage Project (TNSP) company artists: 
Chanah Krasnianski (nee: Hecht) & Marijke Eliasberg, Hannah Albin, Delia Wada-Gill, Falls Kennedy, Hwajin Kim, Sara LaPadula, Chauncey Pauley, Sophia Pielet, Sara Pizzi, Abby Register & Rosa Silva.
We hope to see you there!
THE NEXT STAGE PROJECT  CALENDAR 2026:
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​- Feb 4 at 7:45pm TNSP performing REFLECTIONS a full evening show at Mark Morris Dance Center (Duffy Theater)
​​Please note: women and girls only can attend!

- dates tbd - TNSP performing new works at Peridance Center
- dates tbd - TNSP collaborating with Choreographer Miho Ryu at Peridance Center

- July -26-29, 2026 - Marijke teaching in BERLIN / b12
4 day tai chi chuan for dancers: somatic workshop
 - July and or August - Marijke teaching classes in Holland (The Hague and Vlaardingen)
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>   More show dates and new season show to be announced soon! ​

Tai Chi Chuan classes with Sifu Marijke

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NYC 2025 schedule : Marijke teaching Tai Chi Chuan classes for everyone, every age and every background:
tai chi-ers, dancers, movers, actors, writers, singers, artists!

Come join any time!
Tai Chi Chuan - a practice and an experience

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February 10, 2024 @ 7:30pm: TNSP performing 2 works to celebrate life. In memory of Johannes (Jan ) Kruijt.

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The Next Stage Project performing a new work in progress!
SAFE
Saturday 2/15 @8pm
Choreography: Marijke Eliasberg in collaboration with the dancers
Dancers: Clara Franklin, Owen Edwards, Hwajin Kim, Sara LaPadula, Chauncey Pauley, Sophia Pielet, Sara Pizzi, Abigail Register, Rosa Silva, Tristan Walsh
Ballet Arts at City Center Studios, 6th fl.
130 W 56th street
💖 Concept & Direction: Marijke Eliasberg
Choreographic advise & expertise: Jana Hicks
Choreography: Marijke Eliasberg in collaboration with the
performing TNSP artists: Manatsu Aminaga , Mila Hartog, Hwajin Kim, Yoshino Kotani, Christopher LaFleche, Kisara Nonaka, Hannah Odgers, Rebecca Oviatt, Sara Pizzi, Chauncey Pauley, Sophia Pielet, Abigail Register, Rosa Silva, William Valles, Tristan Walsh & Miguel Zapico
Guest choreographer: Kisara Nonaka

Yoga4Cancer classes with Jana Hicks

​Your gift supports and ensures that our Y4C classes and community continue to thrive
For more information on Jana's Yoga4Cancer classes: https://www.janahicks.com/y4c​
THE NEXT STAGE PROJECT is a fiscally sponsored member of New York Live Arts, Inc., a non-profit tax-exempt organization. ​​
Yoga4Cancer classes are a comprehensive and therapeutic yoga practice offered free to cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers as a way to support the mind, body and spirit during and after treatment. 

Photo credits on this site: @BeccaVision / Rebecca Marcella Oviatt, Bill Hebert, Bobbie Marchand, Deb Swihart Photography, Krista Bonura Photography, Melissa Birnbaum, Bas de Bruijn, Marijke Eliasberg, Danielle Halsema, Jana Hicks, Ruby Hoette, Todd Burnsed, Florence Baratay, Noel Norcross, Jeff Weston, Gracious Entertainment, Todd Carroll, Eric de Greef, Vesna Stajic, Sunny Bjaanes, Marina Yuri, Marie Bru Eide and more!

Site updated: 1/11/2026