Outstanding Scholarly Research in Dance Award

This award honors an exceptional scholar or leader for sustained contributions to dance research.  Selection may be based on a significant body of work, a single contribution that has a major lasting impact on scholarly dance research, or leadership that furthers the field. Any area of dance scholarship is eligible. Scholars may be at any career stage, as long as they satisfy the purpose of the award.  No more than one award will be given in a calendar year.