Industry Description
This industry comprises companies, groups, or theaters primarily engaged in producing all types of live theatrical dance (e.g., ballet, contemporary dance, folk dance) presentations. Dance companies or groups may or may not operate their own theater or other facility for staging their shows.
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Business Examples
Common types of business activities within NAICS 711120 - Dance Companies are:
- Interpretive dance companies
- Theatrical dance productions, live
- Dance troupes
- Dance theaters
- Modern dance companies
- Contemporary dance companies
- Dance companies
- Tap dance companies
- Jazz dance companies
- Classical dance companies
- Theater companies, dance
- Folk dance companies
- Dance productions, live theatrical
- Theaters, dance
- Ballet productions, live theatrical
- Ballet companies
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Musical Groups & Artists in the US (71113)
Revenue 2025
$8.1bn
Growth 2025
2.02%
Key Trends
Industry revenue is expected to remain far below pre-pandemic levels
Revenue growth has been stifled by lower album sales
Industry revenue is anticipated to receive a significant boost during the period
Products and Services
Similar Industries
For some business types, there may be a similar industry to 711120 - Dance Companies that is a better classification match. Establishments primarily engaged in:
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NAICS Cross Reference
Establishments primarily engaged in organizing, promoting, and/or managing dance productions without producing their own shows are classified in Industry Group 7113, Promoters of Performing Arts, Sports, and Similar Events; and
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Promoters of Performing Arts, Sports and Similar Events in the US
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NAICS Cross Reference
Freelance producers and dancers primarily engaged in theatrical activities independent of a company or group are classified in Industry 711510, Independent Artists, Writers, and Performers.
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NAICS Cross Reference
Establishments, such as exotic dance clubs, primarily engaged in providing food and beverages for consumption on the premises and that also present live dance entertainment are classified in Subsector 722, Food Services and Drinking Places;
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NAICS Hierarchy 711120 - Dance Companies
NAICS Code 711120 - Dance Companies sits in the 2-digit Dance Companies sector. NAICS codes can be 2- to 6-digits and the further along the hierarchy, the more detailed and specific the category will be. Learn more about the structure of NAICS codes
2 Digits: 71
Sector Title: Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation
3 Digits 4 Digits 5 Digits 6 Digits
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7111 Performing Arts Companies
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71111 Theater Companies and Dinner Theaters
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71112 Dance Companies
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71113 Musical Groups and Artists
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71119 Other Performing Arts Companies
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7112 Spectator Sports
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71121 Spectator Sports
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7113 Promoters of Performing Arts, Sports, and Similar Events
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71131 Promoters of Performing Arts, Sports, and Similar Events with Facilities
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71132 Promoters of Performing Arts, Sports, and Similar Events without Facilities
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7114 Agents and Managers for Artists, Athletes, Entertainers, and Other Public Figures
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71141 Agents and Managers for Artists, Athletes, Entertainers, and Other Public Figures
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7115 Independent Artists, Writers, and Performers
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71151 Independent Artists, Writers, and Performers
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7121 Museums, Historical Sites, and Similar Institutions
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71211 Museums
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71212 Historical Sites
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71213 Zoos and Botanical Gardens
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71219 Nature Parks and Other Similar Institutions
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7131 Amusement Parks and Arcades
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71311 Amusement and Theme Parks
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71312 Amusement Arcades
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7132 Gambling Industries
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71321 Casinos (except Casino Hotels
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71329 Other Gambling Industries
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7139 Other Amusement and Recreation Industries
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71391 Golf Courses and Country Clubs
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71392 Skiing Facilities
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71393 Marinas
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71394 Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers
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71395 Bowling Centers
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71399 All Other Amusement and Recreation Industries
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