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. 
Company dancers are selected for their commitment, passion, talent and genuine interest in collaborating with the Artistic Directors.

July 1-4:​  b12 summer workshop 
​marijke is teaching in BERLIN, GERMANY
b12 summer workshop tai chi chuan for dancers 
17:00 — 19:00
location: eden***** studios​
more info and register: https://b12.space/summer/somatic/marijke-eliasberg
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July 10-14:​  HJS summer open classes 
​marijke is teaching in AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS
Henny Jurriens Studio
5 days of open classes
> Tai Chi Chuan  
 Mon - Fri 9:30-10:45
> Contemporary
 Mon - Fri 11:15- 12:45
more info and register: https://hjs.blossomstudio.app/
https://hjs.amsterdam/dance/marijke-eliasbergtaichi/
https://hjs.amsterdam/dance/marijke-eliasberg-contemporary/

RECENT:

April 22:​ 7:30pm Dance troupe The Next Stage Project performed the work:
 "between darkness and wonder" 
on Saturday April 22, 7:30pm in the KnJ Theater 
PROGRAM 5 Saturday 4/22 at 7:30pm
Other works by: johannes wieland, Robert Battle, Jessica Lang, Ohad Naharin, Baila Society and Igal Perry
between darkness and wonder   
Company: The Next Stage Project 
Choreography: Marijke Eliasberg in collaboration with the dancers and Jana Hicks   
Dancers: Mila Hartog, Kaori Hiwasa, Hwajin Kim, Kisara Nonaka, Sara Pizzi, Rosa Silva, Aika Takeshima, Chauncey Pauley, William Valles 
Between Darkness and Wonder is an excerpt of a longer work premiering this fall. Inspired by time, life, a lifetime... and everything in between. 

Recent: 
​April 2022 Performance: ME / YOU

THE NEXT STAGE PROJECT :
​AHA - ART, HUMANITY & AWARENESS

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Since the inception of TNSP in 2002, we have been strong supporters of humanitarian causes and have facilitated/and or shared in performance showcases which provide relief efforts. 

​These AHA projects are not only to raise money, but more importantly to raise human awareness through art and passion, and hopefully to inspire others to do the same!
TNSP fundraising benefit victims of Hurricane Harvey & Irma:

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!
THE NEXT STAGE PROJECT :
​CALENDAR 2023:
​- April 19 1:00pm Jana & Marijke Team Teaching special class for the Peridance Legacy Festival
- April 22 7:30pm TNSP performing at the Peridance Legacy Festival
- July 1-4 marijke teaching in BERLIN / b12
tai chi chuan for dancers: somatic research workshop: 4 days
- July 10-14 Marijke teaching in AMSTERDAM / Henny Jurriens Studio - Tai Chi Chuan for dancers & Dance Contemporary

COMING UP:
>   More show dates and new season show to be announced soon! ​

New: 
​OFF the GRID dance classes with Marijke

NYC 2023 schedule: 
Tai Chi Chuan classes with Sifu Marijke

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NYC 2023 schedule : Marijke teaching Tai Chi Chuan classes for everyone, every age and every background:
tai chi-ers, dancers, movers, actors, writers, singers, artists, beginners and advanced level! 


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

Recent:
​The Next Stage Project presented:

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Y4C 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. 
 Your gift supports and ensures that our Y4C classes and community continue to thrive
Yoga for Cancer invites cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers to try yoga as a way to support the mind, body and spirit during and after treatment. 
These free/donation-based classes are open to students at all levels, from first time beginners to advanced practitioners, and is a comprehensive and therapeutic yoga practice.
Me/You
A benefit performance for Yoga4 Cancer classes at Now Yoga!
Saturday October 15 at 7pm
With Special Guests:
Rachael Sage, Clowns Ex Machina, Stephen Reed
Me/You
Concept, Choreography & Direction: Marijke Eliasberg in collaboration with the dancers & Jana Hicks
Dancers: Stacey Badgett Jr., Mila Hartog, Kaori Hiwasa,
Hwajin Kim, Kisara Nonaka, Rebecca Marcella Oviatt,
Chauncey Pauley, Sara Pizzi, Anneloes van Schuppen,
​Rosa Silva, Yuki Takahashi, William Valles 
& special guest Miguel Zapico.
TNSP work: SURVIVAL
TNSP work: Reflection

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: 5/11/2023