🌿 Work With Me

I’m Nejla Yatkin—a Guggenheim Fellow, choreographer, and multidisciplinary dance artist. My work lives at the intersection of movement, memory, ritual, and innovation.
Choreographer | Solo Artist | Movement Director | Educator


Touring Solo Performances🎭

I tour immersive solo works including Ouroboros, The Other Witch, and Woven Futures (in development).
These performances are adaptable for black box, museums, installation, or site-specific spaces.
👉 Available for: bookings, festivals, and community residencies
 

💃🏻💃🏻 Group Choreography & Commissions

I create original works for professional companies and university ensembles.
I’ve choreographed for Dallas Black Dance Theatre, Cleo Parker Robinson, and River North Dance Chicago, Washington Ballet, MadCo and more.
👉 Available for: commissions, residencies, and guest artist work


🎬 Dance on Camera & Tech-Integrated Projects

From AR storytelling to screendance, I collaborate across mediums to explore embodied memory through technology.
👉 Available for: residencies, film festivals, and hybrid installations
 

 

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🌀 Long-Term Residencies

I’m seeking long-term creative residencies where I can research, teach, and develop new work.
Ideal partners include dance companies, universities, and cultural institutions.
👉 Let’s explore a deeper collaboration


👁 Workshops & Teaching

I offer workshops in contemporary dance, ritual movement, and nature-based embodiment—tailored for all levels.
👉 Available for: festivals, studios, retreats, and academic programs


📩 Let’s connect

Email: Nejlayatkin@me.com
 

Let’s create something meaningful together.
— Nejla