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50+ Years
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Limon Dance | Modern Dance Excellence Since 1946
Founded in 1946 by Jos Limn and Doris Humphrey, our company stands at the forefront of American modern dance, celebrated globally for our artistic excellence and historical significance. Under the leadership of Artistic Director Dante Puleio, we honor Limn's legacy while reimagining his vision for contemporary audiences through innovative performances and educational initiatives. Our repertory blends timeless classics with new commissions, showcasing technical mastery and emotional depth that resonate across generations. With a commitment to preserving modern dance's heritage, we engage audiences worldwide through touring performances, training programs, and community outreach. Our artistic team, including Associate Artistic Director Logan Frances Kruger, brings decades of expertise in Limn technique and reconstruction, ensuring the integrity of our founder's work while fostering artistic evolution.Through partnerships with leading cultural institutions and educational programs like the Limn Institute, we cultivate the next generation of dancers and choreographers. Recognized for our contributions to dance history, we continue to push creative boundaries, as evidenced by recent world premieres and critically acclaimed revivals. As a nonprofit organization, we rely on donor support to sustain our mission of making modern dance accessible to diverse audiences. Our administrative headquarters in New York City serves as a hub for artistic innovation, preserving archival materials that document our 75-year legacy. From intimate workshops to grand theater productions, we remain dedicated to delivering performances that embody Limn's enduring message of hope and human connection.
Services
Performance Programs
Professional Training
Workshops & Intensives
Educational Outreach
Choreographic Commissions
Details
- Year established: 1946
Highlights and features
- We maintain Jos Limn's original choreographic integrity through certified reconstructions
- Our artists have performed on five continents with technical mastery of modern dance classics
- We offer professional training programs with direct lineage to Limn's teaching methodology
- Our repertory combines historic works with contemporary commissions from leading choreographers
- We provide educational outreach connecting modern dance history to 21st-century audiences
What people say
Indescribable magic
Alive spontaneity
Carries message of hope
Technical mastery
Timeless works
Services
Performance Programs
Our performance programs feature both historic Jos Limn works and contemporary commissions, presented in major theaters worldwide. Each production showcases technical mastery and emotional depth through modern dance storytelling. Audiences experience the evolution of American modern dance from classic pieces like The Emperor Jones to new artistic interpretations.
Professional Training
The Limn Institute offers professional training programs for emerging dancers, including summer intensives and workshops. Our curriculum preserves Limn's technique while incorporating contemporary approaches, taught by master instructors with direct lineage to the company's founders. Participants gain performance experience and choreographic development opportunities.
Workshops & Intensives
We provide specialized workshops for dance educators and students focusing on Limn technique certification. These programs include master classes, repertory workshops, and pedagogical training delivered by company artists and reconstructor experts. Participants receive hands-on instruction in authentic movement methodologies.
Educational Outreach
Our outreach initiatives bring modern dance education to diverse communities through school partnerships and public workshops. Programs connect historical dance context with contemporary practice, featuring archival materials and live demonstrations. We offer age-appropriate instruction from youth programs to university-level masterclasses.
Choreographic Commissions
We commission new choreographic works that honor Limn's legacy while pushing artistic boundaries. This program supports contemporary creators through residencies and collaborative development processes. Recent commissions include Jamelgos by Diego Vega Solorza, expanding our repertory for modern audiences.
People
Dante Puleio
Artistic Director
Former company member with over a decade of performance experience, MFA from UC Irvine, and specialist in contextualizing mid-20th century dance for contemporary practice. Sixth artistic director in the company's 75-year history.
Logan Frances Kruger
Associate Artistic Director
Atlanta native with Juilliard training, former principal dancer, and certified Limn reconstructor. Oversees educational programs and has staged works internationally. Joined the company in 2009 and became associate director in 2021.
Questions
What training programs do you offer?
We offer professional training programs including summer intensives, workshops for educators, and youth programs. Details available on our Limón Institute page with audition requirements and schedules.
How do I book tickets for performances?
Performance tickets are available through our website or venue box offices. Current season details including Joyce Theater dates can be found in our performance schedule section.
Can I access archival materials?
Archival access is available through our foundation for research purposes. Contact our administrative office for appointment details and collection specifics.
How do artists join the company?
Professional dancers can audition for company positions through our annual audition process. Visit the Auditions section for upcoming dates and preparation requirements.
Do you offer educational programs for schools?
Yes, we provide school partnerships, workshops, and curriculum resources connecting modern dance history to contemporary practice. Contact our education department for program details.
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