CONTEMPORARY DANCE LAB
Connecting the Next Generation of Dancers
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Contemporary Dance Lab bridges the gap between aspiring dancers and the world of contemporary dance, fostering connections that inspire and elevate the next. As distinguished students and alumni of Juilliard, bring together diverse stories that exemplify the multiplicity of pathways in the dance world. Through our intensives and workshops, we offer the culmination of our esteemed education at Juilliard. We aim to impart our professional knowledge, gathered from our own careers, to our students. Attending CDL will provide students with an insider's perspective on how to become a professional dancer in today's world.
Contemporary Dance Lab, founded by Michaella Ho, unites students and alumni of Juilliard Dance with a passion to share our wealth of knowledge and experiences with the next wave of dance enthusiasts.
We strive to demystify and expand the definition of dance careers by offering pragmatic tools and strategies and empowering individuals to become capable, independent, and thriving artists. Ultimately, we assist young dancers in finding meaning in being a dancer.
Intensive Labs '26
Push your boundaries, explore new movement languages, and connect with a community of passionate dancers. Led by Juilliard alumni and renowned contemporary artists, CDL offers cutting-edge training, dynamic workshops, and a vibrant creative environment.
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Dancer? Join us for an intensive dance labs designed for pre-professional and professional dancers seeking to deepen their artistry.
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Studio owner? Want to host a lab in your studio? Reach out - we’d love to help.
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Hear from Our Students
Dancers Cailyn Yam, Colin Gross and Wai Liu talk about their experience at CDL's Summer 2024 Program.
Our Work
See our team dance!
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