The Joffrey Concert Group proudly names Bernard H. Gaddis and Clifford Williams as the selected choreographers for the 2026 Creative Movers Choreographic Initiative (CMCI)!
This exciting program supports emerging and established voices in contemporary, modern, and ballet-based choreography — offering time, resources, and the platform to create new works.
In My Art, premiering February 20–21, 2026 at the Alvin Ailey Citigroup Theater, will feature new pieces by:
✨Bernard H. Gaddis – phillyboy1227_bernard_gaddis | Founder of Contemporary West Dance Theatre, celebrated for his visionary leadership and work with Alvin Ailey and Cirque du Soleil.
✨ Clifford Williams – cliffordnewyork | International choreographer and former principal dancer with Compañia Nacional de Danza and Complexions Contemporary Ballet.
✨Bradley Shelver – bradshelver | Joffrey Concert Group Artistic Director and Resident Choreographer.
Read the full release on our website.
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