GITNUXREPORT 2025

Diversity, Equity, And Inclusion In The Dance Industry Statistics

Diversity in dance remains low; only 10% of dancers from marginalized groups.

Jannik Lindner

Jannik Linder

Co-Founder of Gitnux, specialized in content and tech since 2016.

First published: April 29, 2025

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Only 10% of professional dancers worldwide are from underrepresented racial or ethnic groups

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Key Highlights

  • Only 10% of professional dancers worldwide are from underrepresented racial or ethnic groups

Dance is a universal language, but with only 10% of professional dancers globally representing underrepresented racial and ethnic groups, the industry still has a long way to go in embracing true diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Demographic Representation

  • Only 10% of professional dancers worldwide are from underrepresented racial or ethnic groups

Demographic Representation Interpretation

With only 10% of professional dancers worldwide hailing from underrepresented racial or ethnic groups, the dance industry's rhythm still needs to catch up with the diversity it claims to celebrate—it's time we step more inclusively onto the stage of equity.