Instituto Coreográfico:
Where Emerging Latinx Coreographers Come To Explore Their Creativity
When Ballet Hispánico emerged onto the dance scene 53 years ago, Latinx artists were conspicuously absent, relegated to the shadows of mainstream recognition. Since its inception, Ballet Hispánico has been a transformative force, reshaping this narrative with resounding impact. Now, across generations, Latinx artists have emerged as vibrant voices, reimagining their cultural heritage through artistry that breathes new life into the Latinx experience. In 2010, under the visionary leadership of Artistic Director & CEO Eduardo Vilaro, Ballet Hispánico embarked on a groundbreaking journey with the launch of the Instituto Coreográfico.
This innovative institute serves as a creative sanctuary, empowering Latinx artists to craft works deeply rooted in their cultural identity within a nurturing environment of dance exploration. Each choreographer in residence is thoughtfully paired with an emerging filmmaker, resulting in a collaborative endeavor that not only documents their creative process but also enriches it with cinematic depth.
Moreover, Instituto Coreográfico extends an open invitation to dance aficionados to engage in a profound cultural exchange during work-in-progress showings, fostering a safe and critical space for dialogue between artists and audiences. Through this transformative platform, Ballet Hispánico remains steadfast in amplifying the voices of emerging artists and democratizing access to the dance-making process for all.
Our 2024 Choreographer
DANIELA URÍAS
Contemporary dancer and choreographer, Daniela graduated from the Superior School of Music and Dance of Monterrey. She is the creator and performer of dance works such as HEARTBEAT, El Nudo (The Knot), Maslow 3, and Segunda Naturaleza (Second Nature). Daniela has collaborated with international choreographers, including Miguel Mancillas, Billy Cowie, and Isabelle Schad, as well as with artists from other disciplines, for the creation of performances in art galleries.
She has participated in festivals such as FAOT, 4x4 TJ Night, Extremadura Festival, Scenic State Agenda, Onésimo Gonzalez Festival, and National Dance Showcase, among others. Notably, she has been honored as a beneficiary of the State Fund for Culture and the Arts of Sonora and the Scenic Creators Program of FONCA.
Currently based in in Hermosillo, Sonora, Mexico, she remains dedicated to honing her artistic craft and actively engages in collaborative endeavors within the realm of independent projects.
Previously Selected Choreographers
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Mark Travis Rivera, 2023
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Michelle Manzanales and Omar Román De Jesús, 2022
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Marielis Garcia, 2021
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Ramón Oller and Maria Barrios, 2019
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Bennyroyce Royon and Gustavo Ramírez Sansano, 2018
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Carlos Pons Guerra, 2017
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Stephanie Martinez, 2016
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Fernando Melo and Michelle Manzanales, 2015
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Miguel Mancillas, 2014
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Rosie Herrera, 2013
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Abdul Latif, 2012
*Instituto Coreográfico was put on pause due to the pandemic in 2020.
Major funding for Instituto Coreográfico was provided by The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, with additional funding from the Mertz Gilmore Foundation.
