Stacy Nelson & Associates is pleased to lead the search for the next Executive Director for Ashkenaz, Berkeley’s historic home for world music and dance since 1973. The complete job description and application details will be available soon.

Berkeley’s home for world music and dance since 1973, Ashkenaz preserves and promotes public awareness and understanding of folk cultures and traditions in the music, dance, spoken word, and artistic disciplines as well has been a place to gather for community efforts. Ashkenaz Music & Dance Community Center (ashkenaz.com) presents concerts, classes, and workshops of participatory dance and music rooted in traditional cultures from around the world. Ashkenaz is committed to providing a great place to dance that supports local and international bands of both established and emerging artists in a comfortable, safe, family atmosphere. At Ashkenaz we build friendship and provide a culturally inclusive community that encourages social awareness, education, and dedication to fairness and equality. In 2018 Ashkenaz had 32,828 visitors attend concerts at the venue.