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CHOREOGRAPHY AND DANCE PROJECTS

Creative projects that honor process, embodiment, and curiosity.

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Choreography That Moves Beyond the Steps

Every piece begins with a conversation. I create choreography around the unique strengths, artistry, and story of the dancers in front of me, blending athleticism, musicality, and authentic movement into performances that are both technically demanding and deeply human. Available for commissioned choreography for studios, competitions, pre-professional programs, professional companies, solos, and group works.

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Who I Create For

From elite competition dancers and ballet competitors to collegiate artists and professional companies, I create choreography tailored to you.  Whether you are preparing for competitions, auditioning for a BFA dance program, commissioning work for a collegiate dance department, or developing a professional performance, festival or project, every piece is thoughtfully crafted around the artists who bring it to life.

Created for You

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Solo

Whether for competition, collegiate auditions, or professional performance, every solo is crafted to showcase the dancer's unique artistry, strengths, and technical abilities. Together, we create work that is memorable, authentic, and built to stand out.

Small Group

From duets and trios to small group ensembles, each work is thoughtfully choreographed to highlight both the individuality of each dancer and the strength of the group as a whole. Musicality, connection, and dynamic storytelling are at the heart of every piece.

Ensemble

Designed for studio companies, collegiate programs, and professional ensembles, my large-group choreography balances artistic vision with the unique strengths of the dancers performing it. Every commission is tailored to create a cohesive, impactful work that resonates in the studio and onstage.

My Choreographic Voice

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Contemporary 
 

My signature style blends athletic physicality, musical precision, storytelling, and authentic artistry to create work that is as compelling to watch as it is to perform. Every piece is tailored to the unique strengths, goals and voice of the dancers, resulting in choreography that feels innovative, distinctive and deeply personal.

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Contemporary Ballet

Rooted in classical ballet and shaped by contemporary movement, my choreography preserves the elegance and precision of ballet while bringing a fresh, modern perspective. Each work is crafted to showcase technical excellence, musicality, and the individuality and unique artistic voice of every dancer.

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Theatrical Contemporary

Expressive, cinematic, playful, and story-driven, this style combines contemporary movement with theatrical intention to create performances that truly speak. From abstract narrative to musical theater and spoken word, every work is crafted to captivate both dancers and audiences and speak through dance.

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How to Get Started

Schedule Your Complimentary Choreography Consultation

 

Every choreographic collaboration begins with a conversation. Schedule a complimentary 30-minute consultation to discuss your project, artistic vision, timeline, and goals. Whether you're creating a solo, ensemble work, competition piece, or professional commission, this is an opportunity to explore your ideas, ask questions, and determine whether we're the right fit to create something meaningful together.

Fill Out the Contact Form

 

Not ready to schedule a consultation or have a question before getting started? Complete the contact form below, and I'll be in touch as soon as possible. I look forward to learning more about you and your project.

Let’s start a real conversation.

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Choreography and Projects

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Rosie

Performance(s):
Women In Dance Festival (Chicago, 2026)
Dance City Festival (Chicago, 2026)*

Original Cast and Current Dancers:

Gabby Estes, Jocelyn Snow

*Upcoming performance! See Rosie at Dance City Festival Chicago on Friday, 8/21. Get tickets below!​

Rosie is a theatrical contemporary dance work that explores the enduring struggle for women's bodily autonomy and the profound impact it has on mental health. Drawing inspiration from the life of Rosemary Kennedy, the work weaves together past and present through nonlinear storytelling, exposing the echoes of history that continue to shape women's lived experiences today. Combining powerful physicality with emotionally driven narrative, Rosie invites audiences into a deeply human journey of struggle, vulnerability, and remembrance.

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Chantilly Lace

Performance(s):
Shared Spaces by Solarium Dance Chicago (Chicago, 2026) 

Original Cast and Current Dancers:

Gabby Estes, Jana Bennett

Rosie is a theatrical contemporary dance work that explores the enduring struggle for women's bodily autonomy and the profound impact it has on mental health. Drawing inspiration from the life of Rosemary Kennedy, the work weaves together past and present through nonlinear storytelling, exposing the echoes of history that continue to shape women's lived experiences today. Combining powerful physicality with emotionally driven narrative, Rosie invites audiences into a deeply human journey of struggle, vulnerability, and remembrance.

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Phrasework & Combinations

This collection features a variety of phrasework and movement combinations created across classes, private lessons, curated residencies, workshops, and masterclasses throughout my career. While each piece was developed in a different setting and for a different purpose, together they offer a broader glimpse into my movement language, creative voice, and approach to teaching, musicality, and choreography.

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