As a catalyst for professional development between choreographers, directors, performers and creative team members, BC Beat provides a platform for curious and innovative theatrical choreographers to share story-driven work in an inspired environment of heightened energy and intimate support. The evening is an exciting mix of choreographed work and dance party fun where the dance floor is uniquely shared with all in attendance.
As a catalyst for professional development between choreographers, directors, performers and creative team members, BC Beat provides a platform for curious and innovative theatrical choreographers to share story-driven work in an inspired environment of heightened energy and intimate support. The evening is an exciting mix of choreographed work and dance party fun where the dance floor is uniquely shared with all in attendance.
A portal of creativity for choreographers and creative team members.
And a glimpse at the energy that defines BC Beat.
A portal of creativity for choreographers and creative team members.
And a glimpse at the energy that defines BC Beat.
Video is essential to the exposure and development of new work by choreographers.
BC Beat edits 1080HD event reels and performance videos for every choreographer.
For more information about editing, contact BC Beat Creative Director, Jennifer Jancuska.
BC Beat is captured on film by three 5D cameras made possible by collaborators:
Eric Phelan | Jose Flores| Marjorie LeWit | Imagiland Productions| Dirty Sugar
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Images that remind us why we love to dance, create and support.
BC Beat's commitment to artistic collaboration connects innovative dance photographers with choreographers and performers to initiate converstation and experimentation.
Images that remind us why we love to dance, create and support.
BC Beat's commitment to artistic collaboration connects innovative dance photographers with choreographers and performers to initiate converstation and experimentation.
BC Beat is captured in rehearsal, performance and on the dance floor by New York's most innovative and curious Dance Photographers.
Eli Fendelman (Spring 2016, Fall 2015 BC Beat) James Jin (Spring 2016) Travis Magee (Fall 2015, Spring 2015, Fall 2014, Spring 2014 BC Beat) Michael Cummo (Fall 2013 BC Beat) Matthew Murphy (Spring 2013 BC Beat) Dirty Sugar (Fall 2012 BC Beat)
Travis Magee | Fall 2014 Photographer
Jordan Janota, Design | Whitney Addams, Stylist
Active, Professional, Passionate Creators of Theatre
We come together to support, experience
and enjoy creativity as a community.
Active, Professional, Passionate Creators of Theatre
We come together to support, experience
and enjoy creativity as a community.
“Established and aspiring choreographers working along the theatrical dance spectrum converge on Cielo’s dance floor to test out ideas in front of a rowdy, supportive crowd ...along with a number of performers currently cutting up the Broadway stages.”
“Expansive. Inspiring. Stylish.”
“Explosive. Intriguing. Inspired.”
“Inspiring. Current. Game-changing.”
“Harmonic. Courageous. Epic.”
“Evocative. Family. Gratitude.”
“Inspiration. Passionate. Extraordinary.”
“Community. Creativity. Party”
“Unique. Expansive. Inspiring. ”
“Rad. Ace. Now. ”
“Community. Expression. Alive.”
SPRING 2018
John Alix
Karla Puno Garcia
Mike Kirsch
Keith Kuhl
Mayte Natalio
Corey John Snide
Matthew Steffens
Breton Tyner-Bryan
Rickey Tripp
Ricky Ubeda
SPRING 2017
Lauren Yalango-Grant & Christopher Grant
Abdur-Rahim Jackson
Nick Kenkel
Nick Kepley
Marc Kimelman
Shannon Lewis
Nicholas Ranauro
Derek Roland
Nathan Peck
SPRING 2016
Lauren Adams
Grady McLeod Bowman
Richard J. Hinds
Jennifer Jancuska
Mary Ann Lamb & Lisa Gajda
Lorin Latarro
Reed Luplau
Adam Murray
Darrell Grand Moultrie
David Norsworthy
FALL 2015
Al Blackstone
Andy Blankenbuehler
Danny Gardner
Jennifer Jancuska
Karine Plantadit
Marcos Santana
Sonya Tayeh
Daniel J. Watts
Joseph Wiggan
Victor Wisehart
SPRING 2015
Nathan Madden
Kristine Bendul
Jeff and Rick Kuperman
Donald Jones Jr.
JT Horenstein
Cindy Salgado
Cassie Nordgren
Jennifer Jancuska
Stephen Brotebeck
FALL 2014
Karla Garcia
Geoffrey Goldberg
Jennifer Jancuska
Laurie Kanyok
Sean McKnight
Michael Mindlin
Derek Mitchell
Justin Prescott
SPRING 2014
Jim Cooney
James Harkness
Jennifer Jancuska
Rick & Jeff Kuperman
Patrick McCollum
Jon Rua
Sonya Tayeh
Ryan VanDenBoom
FALL 2013
Josh Assor
Tricia Brouk
Jennifer Jancuska
Kyle Mullins
Cindy Salgado
Charlie Sutton
Caleb Teicher
Rickey Tripp
SPRING 2013
J. Austin Eyer
Gregory Haney
Jennifer Jancuska
Ryan Kasprzak
Cindy Salgado
John Selya
Lorna Ventura
Brooke Wendle
FALL 2012
Karla Garcia
John Carrafa (Erin + John Dance)
Jennifer Jancuska
Michael Mindlin
Patrick McCollum
Jon Rua
Ephraim Sykes
Ron Todorowski
SPRING 2012
Camille A. Brown
Richard J. Hinds
Jennifer Jancuska
Marc Kimmelman
Mike Kirsch
Roy Lightner
Christopher Apaulding
Cartier Williams
FALL 2011
Cherice Barton
Steven Hoggett
Jennifer Jancuska
Nick Kepley
Grasan Kingsberry
Stephanie Klemons
Ellenore Scott
Daniel Watts
SPRING 2011
Al Blackstone
Gregory Haney
Jennifer Jancuska
Marcos Santana
Matthew Steffens
Jon Rua
Rickey Tripp
CJ Tyson
Daniel Watts
The sold out, bi-annual event, BC BEAT, is described by The New York Times as a platform to “step into the spotlight andre-imagine the possibilities for dance in musical theater.” Stay in touch with BC BEAT to be the first to know when tickets are released!
The sold out, bi-annual event, BC BEAT, is described by The New York Times as a platform to “step into the spotlight andre-imagine the possibilities for dance in musical theater.” Stay in touch with BC BEAT to be the first to know when tickets are released!
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BC Beat is a creative, collaborative process and outlet for artists working professionally in theater. Thank you to everyone who helps make BC Beat possible.
BC Beat is a creative, collaborative process and outlet for artists working professionally in theater. Thank you to everyone who helps make BC Beat possible.
Founder, Creative Director
Jennifer Jancuska
Jennifer Jancuska is currently the Resident Choreographer of Broadway’s Tony Award Winning HAMILTON: An American Musical. In 2018, Jancuska is choreographing new musicals and plays in production with Araca, Mainspring, The Drama League, Musical Theatre Factory, Less Than Rent Theater, NYMF, Barn Arts and more including Anne of Green Gables, One Hit Wonder, The Demise, Johnny and the Devil’s Box, FMK, DIVA and Pilgrims. As an Artistic Director, Jancuska originated BC Beat, Broadway Connection, and “Jennifer Jancuska + The BringAbout,” a company of artists engaged by writing teams, creatives and producers in development of new works. Teaching credits: NYU, Ithaca College, Syracuse University, College of Charleston, PACE, University of the Arts, Shanghai Theater Academy. Cornell University graduate. JenniferJancuska.com
Production Stage Manager
S.c Lucier
S.C. Lucier is an SDC director and theatre artist NYC, and currently a member of the SCDF Observership Class of emerging directors. "Luci" was Associate Director of Kerrigan-Lowdermilk’s new immersive musical, The Bad Years. She has toured with the Martha Graham Dance Company, designed at The Joyce Theater and Lincoln Center's Clark Studio Theater, created an experimental Beckett piece at The Brick Theater, and has directed Hip to Hip Theater's outdoor Shakespeare series [Queens]. Luci graduated magna cum laude from Marymount Manhattan College's Theater Directing program where she received the department's Gold Key of Excellence for her work in innovative storytelling techniques.
Sound/DJ
Justin Johnston
Many thanks to the BC Beat team for allowing me to experience the best art in NYC. Get on the floor and dance on top of your obstacles. Theater- Rent (bway), Angel-Final Broadway cast. Rent (off Bway), Roger. Recording artist with bands 'JSTN' and 'Romero and Johnston.' Twitter- Johnstonation. Soundcloud- Johnstonmusic
Photographer
James Jin
James is a NYC-based photographer and the creator of Dancers of New York. His work has been featured by various websites such as Vanity Fair France, Huffington Post, and Dance Teacher Magazine. James is excited and grateful to be a part of the BC Beat team.
Video
Full Out Creative
Full Out Creativehas worked as producers, videographers, directors, editors, and photographers on projects for Amazon Studios (yes, THAT Amazon), Broadway Dance Center, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater (The Extension), The PULSE Dance Experience, BC Beat, Young Choreographer's Festival, The Broadway League, Birdland Jazz Club, and Submissions Only, among many others.
