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Number:58-011185-
Name:בת-שבע
Name in English:Batsheva Dance Company
Short Name:בת-שבע
Address:Batsheva Dance Company - Development Departent
6 Yechieli Street
Tel Aviv 65149
Phone: (03) 517-1471 x109
Fax: (03) 516-0231
Email:jodij@batsheva.co.il
Website: 
Amuta Registered in:1987
Oversight Committee:C.P.A. serves this role
By-Laws:standard
President:Dr. Hadassah Shani
Chairman/Contact:Ms. Naomi Bloch Fortis
Purpose:The Batsheva Dance Company consists of passionate people, with a common mission: to excel in art and to strengthen common human values through the power of creativity. Batsheva's artistic integrity and innovation, has earned the company its reputation as one of the most inspirational and sought after companies - a true leader on the global map of performing arts.
Activities:Social Welfare
Culture
Geographic Location:All of Israel  
Board Members:14
Full Time Employees:65
Description:Since it’s founding in 1964 by Martha Graham and Baroness Batsheva De Rothschild, Batsheva has become one of the most influential cultural role models in Israel. The appointment of Ohad Naharin as Artistic Director in 1990 launched Batsheva into a new era. Naharin’s vision has lead Batsheva to new artistic heights and worldwide critical acclaim.Very acitive in the community, Batsheva maintains a proactive outreach program which is spearheaded by the Ensemble which offer young audiences all over Israel an equal opportunity to an exciting and fresh exposure to the art of dance. With over 200 annual performances in Israel and abroad, Batsheva is proud to be considered Israel’s leading ambassador.
Programs:A compact and dynamic organization, Batsheva is applauded worldwide in the most prestigious theaters and festivals; including the BAM, Lincoln Center and Jacob’s Pillow festivals, London’s Barbican Centre, and Paris’s Theatre de la Ville. Annually, Batsheva and the Batsheva Ensemble perform for more than 60,000 school children and youth at over 180 performances. In addition to to the many workshops, seminars and holiday programs faciliated by Batsheva, the company hosts hundreds of visitors from around the world at its studios for interactive discussions, behind the scenes tours and performances.
Accomplishments:
  • Our two companies perform over 200 times a year reaching over 100,000 audience members around the world.
  • The extensive Batsheva Outreach program reaches over 60,000 students and families a year in Israel alone.
  • We develop,produce and perform at least 3 new works a year.
Future Objectives:
  • The Batsheva Dance Company consists of passionate people, with a common mission: to excel in art and to strengthen common human values through the power of creativity.
  • To foster an environment which promotes and enables artistic freedom.
  • To cultivate, encourage and advance young and new dancers, choreographers and audiences.
Effectiveness:In response to audience demand over the last few years, Batsheva has increased a)the over all number of performances - in Israel and abroad, b) the number of new works per year, c)number of workshops and seminars, d)number of education progams.
Present Needs:Dancers' Welfare Fund -Theraputic and medical services for 36 dancers (avg/dancer- $7000/yr for therapy, maintenance and rehabilation sessions
        $250,000

Batsheva On the Move - a jammed-packed season of 75 performances, workshops and seminars dedicated to underserved communities - specifically children, students and families without regular access to live cultural events. Over 50,000 people will be reached
        $300,000

Creative Capital Fund - supports new commisions, collaberative works with other disciplines, dancer workshops and the like.
        $250,000
Grants are used for:Operating Expenses, Projects, Building, Endowments
Total Income:$2,816,055
12% - Contributions, donations, private grants
48% - Government Grants
40% - Sale of services, program income
Total Expenses:$2,816,055
85% - Programs & services
1% - Fundraising expenses
14% - Other expenses
Year of Financial Data:2003
Tax Deductible
in Israel:
1, Mossad Tziburi Number: 58-011118-5
Tax Deductible
in the U.S.A.:
1, I.R.S. Number: 030434419
V.A.T. deduction status (Malkar):1
C.P.A. report available:1
Political Affiliations:Affiliated with  
Publicity:Brochure, Video
performance programs
Comments:The Batsheva Dance Company consists of passionate people, with a common mission: to excel in art and to strengthen common human values through the power of creativity. Batsheva's artistic integrity and innovation, has earned the company its reputation as one of the most inspirational and sought after companies - a true leader on the global map of performing arts. A compact and dynamic organization, Batsheva is applauded worldwide in the most prestigious theaters and festivals; including the BAM, Lincoln Center and Jacob’s Pillow festivals, London’s Barbican Centre, and Paris’s Theatre de la Ville. With over 200 annual performances in Israel and abroad, Batsheva is proud to be considered Israel’s leading ambassador. Since it’s founding in 1964 by Martha Graham and Baroness Batsheva De Rothschild, Batsheva has become one of the most influential cultural role models in Israel.
Decisions
are made by:
By the Board
Biography of
Dr. Hadassah Shani:
Dr. Shani has a distinguished teaching and publishing career specializing in Comparative Arts Studies. Her affiliations include: being on the boards of MATAN - Center for Fringe Theater, The America-Israel Cultural Foundation, The Recanati Foundation, The Tel Aviv Cinematheque, the Israel National Lottery. Dr. Shani is also a professional film editor.
Last updated:2005/04/12

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