BLOOM: Emerging Artist Festival, presented by Forza Dance, is a dynamic two-day event that offers emerging choreographers the opportunity to showcase their work in a supportive environment. Taking place on April 18-19 at Brooklyn Art Haus, the festival features two performances highlighting 15-20 choreographers and their live movement works (Friday, April 18 at 7:00pm and Saturday, April 19 at 7:00pm). In addition to the performances, BLOOM offers a variety of events—including Community Connect sessions and movement workshops—that are open to all. These events create a space for fostering meaningful dialogue around the creative process, encouraging collaboration and the exchange of ideas on how we create and share dance.

BLOOM was created as a direct response to feedback following Forza Dance's past 4 emerging artist performances. BLOOM: Emerging Artist Festival is dedicated to sparking growth and collaboration within the dance community, offering choreographers a vibrant platform to showcase their work, teach classes, and connect with fellow artists.

Friday, April 18

10:30am-12:00pm Floorwork Flow with Rachel Calabrese

12:00pm-1:30pm Contemporary Fusion with Annika Wong

2:00pm-4:00pm Community Connect *FREE*

7:00pm Show One

Choreographers: Annika Wong, Olivia Kleven, Nadia Benes, Emma Hansen, Rachel Calabrese, Natalia Nikitin, Mark Gonzalez, Madi Gibson, Neyda Colon Dimaria, Claude CJ Johnson, Miranda Stuck

Saturday, April 19
10:30am-12:00pm Disco Modern with Luke Biddinger

12:00pm-1:30pm Contemporary with Lily Santana and Jazlyn Tan

2:00pm-4:00pm Community Connect *FREE*

7:00pm Show Two

Choreographers: Araya Morris, Io Ermoli, Solenn Etienne, Claire Pennington, Anna Limberea, Julia Lawton, Lily Santana, Jazlyn Tan, Sydney Marsh. Tomislav Nevistic, Lexi Utter, Kayla Laufer, Luke Biddinger