Wednesday, November 04, 2026
Dancers Are Turning Public Spaces Into De Facto Dance Studios
Dance Magazine: On weekday evenings, New York City’s Moynihan Train Hall is bursting with motion—and not just of the locomotive variety. As commuters traverse the station, clusters of dancers form along the glass-lined walls of its subterranean West End Concourse. Some of them prop up their phones to record short TikTok-style dances. Others stretch and chat before practicing phrases of K-pop–inspired choreography, dodging train-bound travelers as necessary.
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The use of public spaces as makeshift dance studios speaks to some of the larger challenges artists face when trying to find affordable places to create and rehearse. I think the financial aspect is especially important, as the cost of renting studio space can be a significant barrier for artists, particularly those who are just starting out. I was also interested in how these spaces extend beyond providing somewhere to practice. Locations like Moynihan Train Hall and Central Saint Martins have become places for dancers to meet, network, and connect with others who share similar interests. I think there is something particularly meaningful about the way these communities form in otherwise ordinary public spaces. The article also raises questions about how public spaces are shared and who gets to use them. Ultimately, I think these dancers demonstrate how artists can create opportunities for themselves and build community despite limited access to traditional spaces and resources.
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