SEANNA BAILEY | Dancer, choreographer, and creative director
City: Lantz, Nova Scotia/Toronto
Instagram: @seanna_bailey
Previous work: Shahidi, Erlebnisse, Two Birds On A Wire (film), Woman In Song, View Dance Challenge, CDX
Seanna Bailey emerges as a dynamic force in the world of artistry, crafting her creations with an unparalleled perspective. Her creative essence thrives on the profound interplay of mind, body, and soul, which she masterfully weaves into her dance and artistic endeavors.
Originating from the serene landscapes of Lantz, Nova Scotia, Seanna’s journey began with a deep-rooted passion for dance, nurtured through diverse training in various styles. As she progressed along her chosen path, a myriad of doors swung open, ushering in a realm of opportunities waiting to be explored. Her hunger for growth and excellence propelled her across continents, leading her to Los Angeles, where she engaged in transformative training under the aegis of BeDiscovered and the Choreographers Carnival. In Greece, she embraced the artistry of movement through the View Dance Challenge, amplifying her journey with impactful performance opportunities.
Seanna’s evolution as an artist has guided her to a new horizon, where she flourishes in Toronto’s vibrant artistic scene. With an eclectic blend of knowledge amassed over the years and an unwavering ardor for her craft, she has graced the stage as a member of Inhayle Dance Company, a torchbearer of Urban Contemporary expression under the guidance of Hayley Payone.
Currently, Seanna’s artistic journey takes her down a path of imparting her wisdom and creativity as a distinguished faculty member at City Dance Corps. Through the avenue of Contemporary Fusion movement, she facilitates a transference of knowledge, nurturing the talents of aspiring dancers. However, her own creative fire continues to burn brightly, as she undertakes the roles of choreographer, dancer, and artistic director for innovative works across Toronto. A beacon of change, Seanna is committed to cultivating opportunities that empower Black dancers and elevate their voices within the artistic sphere.
Seanna Bailey remains resolute in her pursuit of pushing the boundaries of dance. Her recently credits include Shahidi, Erlebnisse, Two Birds On A Wire (film), Woman In Song, View Dance Challenge, CDX. With an intricate stylistic finesse and a visionary outlook, she unfailingly aims to revolutionize the dance landscape, leaving an indelible mark on its ever-evolving canvas.
More about Seanna Bailey
What is your biggest professional achievement?
“As silly as this sounds, I would have to say my whole journey this far has been my biggest achievement. But if I had to name a few big wins it would have to be, becoming faculty with View Dance Challenge for their touring conventions (I used to compete at their competitions, definitely a full circle moment), as well as elevating and expanding the Contemporary Fusion scene by becoming faculty at City Dance Corps.”
What obstacles/challenges have you had to face to get to where you are today?
“This is a strange question, as in retrospect everything feels both massive and small. There is an assorted platter of community, family, mental health, physical, and personal life challenges that punctuate our history – the hope is that we move with the current and are able to rise above it and through it with every passing year. Obviously, the entertainment industry itself has massive obstacles and restrictions for artists to exist and create authentically, we feel the push and pull of those forces too.”
What’s something people should know about you?
“I am a Black Dancer, Choreographer, Teacher and Creative Director pushing the boundaries for Contemporary dance as well as continuously aiming to create community and opportunity for other Black artists. There may or may not be a training/performance company created specifically for Black Contemporary dancers, currently in the works…”
