Gin Dance Company

Gin Dance Company Enriching lives through dance So, why "Gin" Dance? to pursue her dance dreams. So she decided to keep the name “Shu-Chen”.

That’s in almost everyone’s mind… No, it’s not the drink… The founder and artistic director Shu-Chen’s real translation for her name is Shu-Gin… In 1994, she immigrated to the U.S. There was a little mistake in her paper work… Just a little one… translating her name incorrectly… At the time, in a new country with poor language skills, Shu-Chen didn’t want to go through any trouble to correct it. As time went by, she started to like how her new American friends pronounced her name. When forming her Dance Company, Shu-Chen decided it was time to bring “Gin” back into her life. The name “Gin” 真 was given by her Father. It means “real”, “truthful”, and “sincere” … These have been driving principals in her life. Her Father instilled in her the belief that anything and everything is possible. She created Gin Dance Company as a testament to her Father’s teachings. At Gin Dance Company, Shu-Chen is using her passion and love of dance to create a well rounded, wide ranging performing arts company that conveys to audiences and dancers alike, that anything and everything is possible.

Happy Birthday to Gin Board of Director, Carol Gauthier !! We are so fortunate to have her with Gin. Please join us in w...
10/12/2026

Happy Birthday to Gin Board of Director, Carol Gauthier !! We are so fortunate to have her with Gin. Please join us in wishing Carol a day filled so much love and joy! 🎉🥳🎂💗

Shu-Chen Cuff

“Cloaked” by Thang Dao premiered Capital One Hall - Tysons, VA this September. The captivating work examines the fragile...
10/08/2026

“Cloaked” by Thang Dao premiered Capital One Hall - Tysons, VA this September.

The captivating work examines the fragile boundary between concealment and revelation. The work explores the masks we wear to protect ourselves and the longing to be truly seen.

Great thanks to ArtsFairfax for supporting this production and our talented photographer Ruth Judson for capturing these beautiful moments.

Shu-Chen Cuff

“Mirror of the Heart” by Shu-Chen Cuff premiered Capital One Hall - Tysons, VA this September. Angelique Palmer poignant...
10/01/2026

“Mirror of the Heart” by Shu-Chen Cuff premiered Capital One Hall - Tysons, VA this September. Angelique Palmer poignant reading of her poem and Chao Tian’s intriguing music resonated deeply, adding a layer of emotional richness to our dance.

Great thanks to ArtsFairfax for making this special collaboration possible and our talented photographer Ruth Judson for capturing these beautiful moments.

This meaningful work is inspired by Buddha’s teachings that often describe the heart as a mirror that, when cleared of dust (passions/negativity), reflects truth and kindness.

“Mirror of the Heart” by Shu-Chen Cuff premiered Capital One Hall - Tysons, VA this September. Angelique Palmer poignant...
10/01/2026

“Mirror of the Heart” by Shu-Chen Cuff premiered Capital One Hall - Tysons, VA this September. Angelique Palmer poignant reading of her poem and Chao Tian’s intriguing music resonated deeply, adding a layer of emotional richness to our dance.

Great thanks to ArtsFairfax for making this special collaboration possible and our talented photographer, Ruth Judson for capturing these beautiful moments.

This meaningful work is inspired by Buddha’s teachings that often describe the heart as a mirror that, when cleared of dust (passions/negativity), reflects truth and kindness.
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09/30/2026

Vanilla Bean gave all she got to say hello to everyone and dance with the beats that night at The Wharf. It literally took her two days to recover from all that work. Job WELL done, Vanilla Bean! Job well done!! 👏👏💓

Watch the video all the way to the end!

Shu-Chen Cuff

Happy Birthday to Gin Board of Director, Ariadne Allan Autor!! We are so fortunate to have her with Gin. Please join us ...
09/29/2026

Happy Birthday to Gin Board of Director, Ariadne Allan Autor!! We are so fortunate to have her with Gin. Please join us in wishing Ari a happy birthday! 🎉🥳🎂

The night we performed “Lightning ⚡️” by Shu-Chen Cuff among very talented musicians and dancers and socialized with a v...
09/28/2026

The night we performed “Lightning ⚡️” by Shu-Chen Cuff among very talented musicians and dancers and socialized with a very awesome crowd at The Wharf with the most Gorgeous weather. Congratulations to Gin dancers and all performers on fabulous performance!

Big thank you to E // DC Based Arts Org and The Wharf for having us and makes the experience an absolute blast.

Thank you Caitlin Murray for the 1st video.

Today is Mid-Autumn/Moon Festival! Enjoy some delicious moon cakes with a nice warm cup of tea! 🍵 Wish everyone a happy ...
09/25/2026

Today is Mid-Autumn/Moon Festival! Enjoy some delicious moon cakes with a nice warm cup of tea! 🍵 Wish everyone a happy day and may all wonderful things come on your way. 祝大家中秋節快樂，一切圓滿美好！🥮🎉🌙

“A Cup of Tea” choreographed by Shu-Chen Cuff and performed at Capital One Hall - Tysons, VA in November 2023.
📷: Ruth Judson

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