Dubbed a “warrior of dance” by the London Evening Standard, Katie Pearson is a choreographer, performer and teacher who has a knowledge and understanding of dance that spans many genres and cultures. Her style is muscular and athletic yet conveys every nuance of human emotion. The effortless result appears simultaneously charismatic, enigmatic and intricate.

Her openness and versatility also give her the ability to collaborate successfully with others – not only dancers, but musicians, media artists, MCs and poets.The strengths that Katie exhibits as a dancer and choreographer are freely given as a teacher and mentor. She can and does transform those around her through her integrity and values. Possessing a fundamental philosophy that continues to engage young and old alike.

Photo: Irven Lewis

All her work is heavily grounded and underpinned by an innate sense of musicality and rhythmic precision as she builds a story from inner landscape to performance. Her skill at innovation is not at the expense of communication. Katie is a natural leader with high  expectations of herself, which in turn bring out the best from those around her.

As a choreographer Katie has the ability to tread many worlds, drawing influence from  contemporary,  jazz and breaking combined with movement based on character and emotion.