Business Details
Contemporary Dance Performances in New York City
Bare Dance is a collective of multifaceted artists dedicated to creating dimensional, boundary-pushing work that embraces diverse lives to enrich our artistry. Our thriving creative practice is rooted in movement, exploration, and lived experience, allowing us to bring depth, authenticity, and innovation to the stage and beyond. With bold, athletic movement and theatricality, we epitomize the dance of the new millennium, blending vernacular styles with a prescient focus on contemporary societal themes.Our company has performed nationally and internationally, collaborating with renowned artists and institutions while receiving critical acclaim for our innovative and emotionally charged performances. We are committed to fostering a dynamic connection with our audiences through expressive capability, musicality, and a deeply connected delivery.
Services
Contemporary Dance Performances
Choreography Services
Dance Workshops
Community Classes
Audition Opportunities
Highlights and features
- We offer boundary-pushing contemporary dance performances
- Our company has performed nationally and internationally
- We collaborate with renowned artists and educators
- Our work has been featured in prestigious publications
- We provide engaging community dance classes
What people say
Bold, athletic movement
Inventive and engaging
Emotionally charged
Technically accomplished
Delightful romp
Services
Contemporary Dance Performances
Our contemporary dance performances feature shape-shifting choreography that blends vernacular styles with theatrical elements. These dynamic shows challenge traditional dance norms through innovative movement patterns and emotionally resonant storytelling. Each performance showcases our company's technical excellence and artistic versatility.
Choreography Services
We provide professional choreography services for stage productions, film, and special events. Our artistic director Mike Esperanza brings decades of experience creating award-winning work for prestigious venues. Our choreography emphasizes bold movement vocabulary and theatrical innovation.
Dance Workshops
Our workshops offer intensive training in contemporary dance techniques and performance skills. Led by experienced company members, these sessions focus on movement exploration, improvisation, and technical development. Participants gain insight into our unique approach to dance creation and performance.
Community Classes
We offer accessible dance classes open to the general public at various skill levels. These classes emphasize creative expression through movement while maintaining technical rigor. Our instructors focus on making contemporary dance approachable while maintaining artistic integrity.
Audition Opportunities
We regularly hold auditions for dancers seeking to join our company or participate in special projects. These opportunities allow emerging artists to showcase their skills before professional choreographers. Our audition process emphasizes both technical proficiency and artistic individuality.
People
Mike Esperanza
Artistic Director
Acclaimed New York-based artist and choreographer with works presented at Kennedy Center and Alvin Ailey Theater. Recipient of multiple dance grants and awards, including Dance/USA's Creation for Performance grant.
Erin Love
Company Manager
Freelance artist and educator with over a decade of experience in dance instruction and company management. Has collaborated with numerous NYC-based dance companies while maintaining organizational leadership roles.
Tiffanie Carson
Assistant Director
18-year company member and educator with a Master of Fine Arts degree. Adjunct professor at Shenandoah University and Peabody Institute, recipient of multiple teaching awards for dance instruction excellence.
Marc Nuez
Choreographer
Queer Filipinx-American choreographer and dancer with professional experience in Broadway productions and international tours. Founder of Gotham Dance Theater and faculty member at Marymount Manhattan College.
Clinton Edward
Associate Choreographer
Award-winning choreographer and educator with experience in off-Broadway productions and immersive events. Associate choreographer for high-profile events including Met Gala performances and Virgin Voyages productions.
Questions
Does the company offer dance classes for the public?
Yes, we provide community dance classes at various skill levels focusing on contemporary techniques and creative expression.
What styles influence the company's choreography?
Our work blends contemporary modern dance with theatrical elements, creating shape-shifting choreography that challenges traditional dance norms.
What recognition has the company received?
Our performances have been featured in Explore Dance, Broadway World, and Seattle Times for innovative and emotionally charged work.
Does the company tour internationally?
Yes, we tour globally with performances in Europe, Asia, and the Americas, sharing our unique contemporary dance perspective.
