Ardent Dance Company

Ardent Dance Company Chicago based contemporary company, under the direction of Justine Kelly. All inquiries please emai

As we close the chapter on Lady Macbeth, I find myself reflecting on what an incredible journey this production has been...
06/04/2026

As we close the chapter on Lady Macbeth, I find myself reflecting on what an incredible journey this production has been.

Lady Macbeth is one of Shakespeare’s most iconic women, complex, ambitious, powerful, and deeply human. Bringing her story to the stage felt both daunting and exciting, and watching this world come to life exceeded anything I could have imagined.

Premo, you were an extraordinary Lady Macbeth. You captured her strength, determination, and vulnerability with such depth and intention. Every small detail, every choice, every moment on stage helped bring her essence to life.

To my witches—what an unexpected gift this process was. This role challenged me as a director and pushed me to explore new creative territory. Watching the three of you develop this shared connection and move almost as a single entity was beautiful. The trust, commitment, and artistry you brought into the studio created something truly special. I don’t know that I’ve ever witnessed that level of trust among dancers in quite the same way.

Von, you were an incredible partner throughout this process. You approached every challenge, adjustment, and new idea with openness and dedication. Your strength on stage helped elevate every scene and every dancer around you.

And to the entire cast, you were vibrant, fearless, and stunning. Each of you brought something unique to this production, and together you created a world that felt alive. There is nothing quite like sitting in the audience and watching months of rehearsals, conversations, discoveries, and hard work finally unfold on stage.

Thank you for trusting me with this story. Thank you for trusting each other. And thank you to everyone who joined us on this journey.

Until the next story.

She wanted the crown.She never expected the cost.Lady MacbethWhere power seduces and guilt consumes.Don’t miss it.
04/27/2026

She wanted the crown.
She never expected the cost.

Lady Macbeth
Where power seduces and guilt consumes.

Don’t miss it.

04/26/2026

Incredible photos by .studio from shared space’s performance.

Thank you for putting this together and allowing us to perform.

Dancers: Von and Allison

A glimpse into the women who are shaping the dance world right now.Honored to have shared the stage with each of you.Wom...
03/23/2026

A glimpse into the women who are shaping the dance world right now.
Honored to have shared the stage with each of you.
Women in Dance festival 2026!

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Calling all YOUTH performers. Ardent Dance Company Youth Auditions are open for dancers ages 8–15.We are looking for com...
02/26/2026

Calling all YOUTH performers.

Ardent Dance Company Youth Auditions are open for dancers ages 8–15.

We are looking for committed, expressive, fearless young artists ready to be part of a professional production this summer.

Strong technique.
Big storytelling.
Powerful stage presence.

Teachers & Studio owners please share!
🔗 Register via link in bio

Spots are limited.

Happy Valentine’s Day ❤️In our stories, love is never simple.It’s star-crossed and reckless.Cursed and consuming.Devoted...
02/15/2026

Happy Valentine’s Day ❤️

In our stories, love is never simple.

It’s star-crossed and reckless.
Cursed and consuming.
Devoted. Unrequited. Revolutionary.
Powerful enough to change a fate
or destroy one.

In an Ardent show, love isn’t always gentle…
but it’s always passionate.

Auditions are open for summer contract and next season
02/08/2026

Auditions are open for summer contract and next season

02/07/2026

Coven behavior

The Witches of Lady Macbeth

The stories we choose to tell are never accidental.
02/04/2026

The stories we choose to tell are never accidental.

18 female choreographers • 5 states • one stage
02/02/2026

18 female choreographers • 5 states • one stage

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