company artists | current projects
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Shea Carponter-Broderick (she/her) is a freelance movement artist and educator based in the Atlanta area. Originally from Raleigh, North Carolina, Shea earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance and a minor in Movement Science from the University of Michigan in 2020. While attending UofM she had the opportunity to work with and perform pieces by Jawole Willa Jo Zolar, Rosie Herrera, Shannon Gillen, Jennifer Harge, Jen Peters, Amy Chavasse, and Megan Bascom. Since graduating she has continued to collaborate with Megan Bascom, occasionally making work in Asheville, NC, as well as creating original and often whimsical dance films and improvisational work with friend and peer Kate Gupton in Durham, NC. Shea and Kate’s dance film, “Don’t Be A Drag”, created in early 2021, was selected to be featured in the 2021 Movies by Movers film festival presented by American Dance Festival. During her time in Atlanta, she has worked on projects with Nadya Zeitlin and her company Bautanzt Here, performing site-specific works in public spaces throughout the city. She is thrilled to be joining Monica Hogan Danceworks for her second project with the company.
In addition to her movement work, Shea is also passionate about injury prevention and educating young performing artists about functional anatomy and how to take care of their bodies in the long term.
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Audrey Crabtree (she/her) holds a Bachelor of Performing Arts degree in Dance Performance from Oklahoma City University. Her performance work includes the theme park stages of Busch Gardens Williamsburg and Six Flags Magic Mountain dancing at Howl-O-Scream, Christmastown, Looney Tunes Kids Club, Fright Fest, and Holiday in the Park. Living in Los Angeles, Audrey performed with L.A. Unbound, the Speak Hill Dance Project, City Ballet of Los Angeles, Amaterasu Dance Company, and J Sutta. Moving back to Atlanta, Audrey worked with Watershed Dance Theatre and performed six seasons with Sideways Contemporary Dance Company. Choreographic works by Audrey were presented in 2021 at Atlanta's Spring for Spring & Fall for Fall dance festivals. A dance educator at RISPA and mother of two, Audrey is thankful to be in rehearsals with Fuerta Dance Company, ALA, and Monica Hogan Danceworks. She has been a member of MHDW since 2021.
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Emily Davis (she/her) is a movement artist and choreographer originally from Atlanta, GA, where she gained her early exposure to movement at Rhythm Dance Center and AREA. She studied Dance at Troy University, as well as Arts Administration at Georgia State University. While in the university setting- Davis worked closely with Dominique Angel of The Joffrey Ballet & Miami City Ballet, James Boyd, and Gregory Dolbashian of DASH Ensemble. Since returning to Atlanta, Emily has worked and performed with The Atlanta Braves, ImmerseATL, ALA Dance Company, Kit Modus, Bautantz Here for Atlanta's Office of Cultural Affairs 50th Anniversary of Hip Hop Celebration, Mary Beth Stinson & Xavier Lewis w/ VIAUNI Dance Company, and Sarah Wildman to name a few. Choreographically, Emily has presented work at Katherine Messina’s Fall for Fall Dance Fest, Alabama Dance Works' Impact Project, and Zoetic Dance Ensemble's Distance Disco. She is honored to now be a company member with MHDW!
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Katelynn Draper (she/her) is an accomplished dancer, educator, and performer with a deep commitment to mentoring emerging talent. She has dedicated over a decade to nurturing the next generation of dancers and enriching the dance community. Through her passionate teaching and mentorship, she has inspired countless young artists, sharing her expertise and fostering a love for dance. Her commitment to education and community involvement reflects her belief in the transformative power of dance and her desire to give back to the art form that has shaped her life.
Katelynn earned her BFA from the University of Florida, graduating Summa Cum Laude, with additional training at the New World School of the Arts in Miami. Her professional journey includes performing repertoire with esteemed choreographers such as Judith Jamison, Kyle Abraham, Peter London, Bill T. Jones, Darshan Bhuller, Rennie Harris, and Robert Battle. She also studied at Jacob’s Pillow in the Contemporary program under Milton Myers.
Her dynamic career features standout performances such as the Orange Bowl Halftime Show with Ciara, halftime shows with the Miami Heat, and a notable appearance for MTV's The Seven in Christina Aguilera's film Burlesque. While based in Miami, Katelynn danced with Peter London Global Dance Company, New World Dance Ensemble and performed in the Daniel Lewis Dance Sampler. She also expanded her experience by dancing with various small professional companies in New York City.
Her exceptional talent has been recognized with numerous regional and international dance awards, including "Best Choreography." Recently, Katelynn performed at the inaugural "Disrupt Industry Screenwriting Conference" in Portugal. Originally from Florida, she has relocated to Atlanta to further her career in dance, performance, and choreography. Katelynn is thrilled to have joined Monica Hogan Dance Works and eagerly anticipates the exciting opportunities ahead.
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Julianna (she/her) is a professional dancer based in Atlanta. She is in her second season with Monica Hogan Danceworks. She has performed with Full Radius Dance and recently worked as an action artist with the Atlanta Opera. She pursues freelance work and has been lucky enough to work with local choreographers like Julio Medina, Patsy Collins, Meaghan Novoa, and Nadya Zeitlin, among others.
Julianna began her training at the Academy of Movement and Music in Oak Park, IL and graduated from the University of Iowa in 2018 with a BFA in Dance and a BBA in Accounting.
Julianna has trained extensively in ballet, contemporary, modern, and Graham. She furthered her studies at dance programs with AXIS Dance Company, Orsolina28, and Hubbard Street Dance Company, to name a few. She has been honored to perform works by renowned choreographers like Alice Sheppard, Monica Bill Barnes, Rennie Harris, Jose Limòn, and Martha Graham.
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Emily Hogan (she/her) is a dancer and choreographer from Atlanta, Georgia. She received her early training at studios including Centre Stage, The Georgia Ballet, and Atlanta Ballet. She received a B.A. in Politics and a Certificate in Dance from Princeton University, where she had the opportunity to perform repertory by Bill T. Jones, Stephen Petronio, Zvi Gotheiner, Merce Cunningham, Brian Brooks, Jessica Lang, Pam Tanowitz, and more. In 2015, Emily received the Francis LeMoyne Page Award for Outstanding Achievement in the Creative Arts. She was an active member of Princeton's BodyHype Dance Company and served as artistic director. Emily spent over 5 years in NYC performing, choreographing, and teaching as a freelance artist. She had the pleasure to work with companies including De Funes Dance, Monica Hogan Danceworks, and Grind Arts Company. Also a certified yoga teacher since 2017, she has taught throughout Lower Manhattan and Atlanta. After a relocation to Atlanta, Emily is thrilled to be currently dancing with Monica Hogan Danceworks.
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Jodie Jernigan (she/her) is an interdisciplinary dance artist based out of Atlanta, Georgia. In addition to being a company dancer with Full Radius Dance and Monica Hogan Danceworks, she also pursues freelance performance and creation opportunities in and around Atlanta. She has performed locally at the Modern Atlanta Dance Festival, Inman Park Dance Festival, Fall for Fall Dance Festival, and Decatur City Dance's Meli Kaye Artist in Residency Showing, to name a few. She earned her BA in Dance and English from Brenau University, where she founded and directed the University's annual cross-disciplinary Poetry in Motion Film Festival. An emerging choreographer and filmmaker,
Jodie has had the opportunity to produce and present work for the American College Dance Association Festival, Alabama Dance Festival, Fall for Fall Dance Festival, MixtapeATL Film Festival, and Dance Canvas' On Film Program.
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Britanie Leland (she/her) began her dance training in West Palm Beach, Florida, attending the Bak Middle School of the Arts, and Alexander Dreyfoos Jr. School of the Arts. She attended the University of South Florida, graduating Magna Cum Laude with a BFA in Dance Performance, and a minor in Business Administration. Following graduation, she relocated to Atlanta, where she worked with Staibdance (company dancer), Emily Cargill and Dancers (company dancer), Fly on A Wall, Catellier Dance Project as well as independent choreographers Jessica Bertram and Patsy Collins. She has also guested with The Nash Conspiracy/Rosie DeAngelo (NC), Jellybean Dance Collective (AL), and Visionary Dance Theater (CA). Through these companies, Britanie has had the opportunity to perform in Sweden, Italy, and all across the United States. She has been teaching and choreographing in the Southeast for over seven years. Her work has been presented at Spring for Spring Dance Festival, Skwirlhaus, Localmotion Arts Festival, and Fieldwork with Core Dance. She has been a member of MHDW since 2021.
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Megan (she/her) is an Atlanta based dancer, choreographer, and teacher. Megan graduated Summa Cum Laude from Winthrop University with a BA in Dance & Psychology in 2017. During her undergraduate experience, she worked closely with and performed works by Sandra Neels, Meg Schriffin, Kelly Ozust, Emily Morgan, Lauren Skrabalak, Jackie O'Toole, and Ashley Suttlar-Martin. During her undergraduate experience, Megan discovered a love for choreography and was awarded most inspiring choreographer her Junior and Senior year.
Currently, Megan is a company member with Monica Hogan Danceworks based in Atlanta, GA. Her previous professional experience includes Sideways Contemporary Dance Company, Marie Christine Giordano Dance Company, and freelance work in local Atlanta dance festivals.
As well as performing, Megan has a passion for inspiring the next generation of dancers. She currently teaches and choreographs at Atlanta Dance Central and Fusion Dance Company, specializing in contemporary, tap, and jazz. She is the Artistic Director of The Introspect Experience, a summer training intensive created for pre-professional dancers to cultivate their artistic expression through collaboration, internal reflection, improvisation, and intention. Megan believes that each dancer brings something uniquely beautiful to the art form and deserves a safe place to find their artistic voice.
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Haley Wall (she/her) is a dance artist originally from Virginia Beach, Virginia. She relocated to Richmond, Virginia to pursue a BFA in Dance & Choreography from Virginia Commonwealth University, while studying abroad in Paris, France, performing in international works in Berlin, Amsterdam, and Rouen. Wall spent some time developing her early professional career as a company dancer and repertory lead for KARAR DANCE COMPANY. After relocating to Atlanta, she attended ImmerseATL, a contemporary training and mentorship program founded by Sarah Hilmer. As an alumni of the program, Haley is currently in process with several ATL dance makers, a company dancer with ALA Dance, and most recently performed alongside Atlanta Baroque Orchestra + staibdance’s collaborative production of Henry Purcell’s ‘Dido & Aeneas’. She is passionate about finding joy in the sheer movement and physicality of dance, tapping into the unlimited potential of the human body.