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Embodiment
Dance
Collective

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Photo credit 11:Eleven Photography

An aerial dance collaborative with a focus on authentic connection and expression, Embodiment Collective speaks their mind through movement.

Aerial rope performance one woman holds another in the air

Photo credit James Blonde

Kirstin and Helen met a decade ago at UpSwing Aerial Dance Company in the Bay Area. They bonded over the drive to create art that moves people.

Now based in the Sierra Foothills, their work focuses on sharing the human experience and has been described as soulful and penetrating.

Aerial rope performance one woman holds another in the air

Photo credit James Blonde

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Photo credit 11:Eleven Photography

Embodiment Collective was born in 2020, and since then they have been putting a new spin on aerial dance. Using their collective knowledge of ballet, modern, jazz and belly dance, their unique voices are reflected in their work. With grace and fluidity they blur the line between floor and air, bringing vulnerability to their performances.

One woman suspended over another, both wear gags

They are passionate about bringing the voices of the people to the forefront, and have created pieces about love between women and the heartbreak of Roe vs. Wade being overturned. They love bringing their art to places and people who would not otherwise see it, making new connections.

Photo credit Danielle McKissick

One woman suspended over another and touches her face, both wear gags

Photo credit Danielle McKissick

Danielle McKissick   Owner, Aerialution

"They portray so much artistically and emotionally that you can’t help but be transported to another place. They compliment each other and move as one when performing, embodying their creation with every movement."

Jerusha V Horlick

Co-Producer, Syn Circus

“Embodiment Collective brings not only grace and passion to the stage, but also artistry and professionalism to their working interactions. The magic they make on stage is palpable!"

Heather Bewsee-O’Dale
Truth or Dare Productions

"Our jaws are STILL on the floor after a gorgeous performance from Embodiment Collective. So much strength, grace, intimacy and pure sensuality oozed out of these performers."

UPCOMING EVENTS

UPCOMING EVENTS
  • Apr 26, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
    Grass Valley, 819 Whispering Pines Ln Suite d, Grass Valley, CA 95945, USA
    This showing of work is the culmination of a 14-week intensive performance workshop led by Embodiment Dance Collective.

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