With over a decade of experience as a performer with Ririe-Woodbury Dance Company and a leader in dance education, i am committed to pushing the boundaries of contemporary dance, inspiring communities, and fostering innovation in the arts.
i bring a dynamic history of professional experience, from performing internationally with RWDC to serving as the Dance Program Director at Weber State University. My journey is rooted in a commitment to storytelling, collaboration, and connecting with diverse communities through movement.
My research focuses on advancing dance as a powerful tool for self-expression, social justice, and cultural dialogue. By integrating performance, education, and community engagement, i aim to create meaningful connections that inspire empathy, challenge norms, and empower individuals.
Choreographic Research
Innovative Creations
As a choreographer, my work delves into the complexities of human relationships, sensory experiences, and radical self-love. Highlights include:
COINCIDENCES Series: An ever evolving exploration performed in multiple iterations, including stage productions, student collaborations, and a multimedia installation.
Collaborations with architects, photographers, and digital designers to create boundary-pushing performances that merge dance with other art forms.
Impact
Through my choreography, i aim to challenge conventional narratives, spark reflection, and connect audiences to deeply personal and universal themes.
Research Focus: Dance as a Transformative Tool
Community-Engaged Work
My research focuses on community-engaged work that uses the arts as a transformative tool for service, advocacy, and social change. Rooted in the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion, my work seeks to amplify voices that have been historically marginalized, fostering spaces where their stories, experiences, and creativity can shine.
Service and Advocacy
Through initiatives such as therapeutic dance, projects with incarcerated individuals, and collaborations with organizations like Yoga Behind Bars and Grey Matters, i prioritize service work that uplifts and empowers others. My research explores how movement and storytelling can break down barriers, foster empathy, and create connections that transcend differences.
A Just and Equitable World
Ultimately, i am committed to cultivating a more just and equitable world through the arts, where all voices are heard, valued, and celebrated. By integrating dance, performance, and interdisciplinary collaboration, i aim to bridge gaps between communities, dismantle systemic inequities, and inspire meaningful dialogue.
Educational Leadership
Curriculum Design
I design innovative dance courses that challenge students to think critically and creatively. Some examples include:
Exploring underrepresented cultures and global movement traditions.
Online and in-person courses incorporating active learning strategies, such as reflective journaling, community engagement, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Student Success
Mentoring students is at the heart of my teaching. i am passionate about helping them find their unique voices and preparing them to lead in the field of dance.
Partnerships
i believe in creating bridges between education and the professional dance world, including my partnerships partnership with professional dance companies, non-profit orgnaizations, and community stakeholders.
Sustainability and Dance
Pioneering Initiatives
My project with the University of Washington’s Campus Sustainability Fund marked the first time the fund collaborated with an arts organization. This initiative merged dance and photography to spark conversations about sustainability and the overuse of natural resources.
Student Engagement
The project included undergraduate and graduate students—majors and non-majors—many experiencing a professional photo shoot for the first time.
Art Meets Activism
This work reflects my belief that the arts have the power to address critical global issues, inspire dialogue, and build awareness for meaningful change.
Creative Process
Choreographic and Performance Highlights
Explore images and videos from my choreographic works and past performances, showcasing the athleticism, storytelling, and artistry of dance.
Behind-the-Scenes
Get a glimpse of the creative process with behind-the-scenes moments from rehearsals, student projects, and collaborations.
Contact
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