Fall Dance Concert

The Conservatory Dance Company presents a concert featuring works by Jimmy Gamonet de los Heros, Roni Koresh, Juel Lane, and Kevin and Marcel Wilson

Roni Koresh is an Israeli-American choreographer whose work presents “a wealth of forceful invention” (Art Burst Miami). Koresh has established a repertoire of over 60 works “rang[ing] from intimate to high-voltage” (Northwestern Press). He develops 2 to 3 new works each year including commissions for notable companies across the country. His work has been supported by Pew Charitable Trusts, the Philadelphia College of Performing Arts, the National Endowment for the Arts, and the Jerome Robbins Foundation, among others. More at koreshdance.org

Juel D. Lane, an Atlanta native, honed his artistic talents at Tri-Cities High School, The Youth Ensemble of Atlanta, and The University of North Carolina School of the Arts. Dance Magazine recognized him as one of their "25 to Watch," and his captivating performances have enthralled audiences worldwide. He's shared the stage with luminaries like Ronald K. Brown/Evidence and is currently a vital member of the acclaimed Bessie Award-winning Camille A. Brown & Dancers and Executive Artistic Associate with the Black Acting Methods Studio. Lane's choreography has graced Ailey II, Dallas Black Dance Theater, Atlanta Ballet, Carolyn Dorfman Dance Company, and numerous universities. He's also performed in productions such as The Metropolitan Opera's "Fire Shut Up In My Bones,"  Amazon Prime's series “Harlem,” and NBC's "Jesus Christ Superstar Live.” Lane received the Bronzelens film festival award for his remarkable dance film, “The Maestro" and showcased his directing and choreography talents in the captivating music video "Only-1" with Roc Nation artist Dixson.

Iliana Lopez began her career at home in Venezuela and continued through the San Francisco Ballet, the Cleveland Ballet and as a soloist with the Deutsche Opera Berlin and the Deutsche Opera am Rhein in Dusseldorf, then in 1987 she became a Principal Dancer with the Miami City Ballet where she remained for eighteen successful years. As a guest principal dancers she has performed for different Ballet companies internationally as well as the most important Dance Festivals and Galas of Stars in the World.