Dance & Choreography — Amsterdam

Where movement
becomes meaning

Contemporary dancer, choreographer, and teacher based in Amsterdam. Specializing in floor work, improvisation, and composition — creating space where technique meets authentic expression.

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Emily Gilchrist

ESB Graduate 2026

About Emily

An American artist
rooted in Amsterdam

Emily Gilchrist is an American contemporary dancer, choreographer, and teacher based in Amsterdam. She trained at the Dance Industry Performing Arts Center, DASH Academy, and Regeneration Class/Company, building a foundation in floor work technique, improvisation, composition, and contemporary repertoire.

Emily is a graduate of the European School of Ballet's Contemporary Trainee Program, where she completed her two-year training in 2026. Throughout her time at ESB, she collaborated with notable choreographers including Maurice Causey, Macarena Gonzáles, Jiri Pokorny, Lorraine Blouin, Roslyn Anderson, Allyson Way Wanselius, Michael Fuscaldo, and Jon Ole.

Beyond performing, Emily has taught contemporary classes across all levels at ESB, sharing her expertise in floor work, movement techniques, and improvisation. She is currently creating her first choreographic work for the Contemporary Trainee Program, premiering in 2026.

What I Do

Every artist's path is singular

Three avenues of creative practice, each shaped by a deep commitment to floor work, improvisation, and authentic expression.

01

Choreography

Original contemporary works built from the ground up. Drawing on floor work, improvisation, and composition to create pieces that are physically inventive and emotionally resonant.

  • Original Works
  • Collaborative Creation
  • Contemporary Repertoire
02

Teaching

Contemporary classes for all levels, rooted in floor work technique, improvisation, and movement exploration. Each class is designed to build physical intelligence while encouraging creative risk.

  • Floor Work Technique
  • Improvisation
  • Movement Composition
03

Performance

A versatile contemporary performer with experience across a wide range of choreographic styles and voices. Available for company projects, festivals, and collaborative performances.

  • Contemporary Dance
  • Collaborative Projects
  • Festival Performance

Connect

Let's create
something together

Available for choreographic projects, teaching engagements, performances, and collaborations. Based in Amsterdam and open to working internationally.

Send a Noteemilygilchristdance@gmail.com
Based in Amsterdam — available for new projects in 2026