Event

Backhausdance at the Knoebel

The dynamic program will feature work designed for the company by renowned guest choreographers Ching Ching Wong, Tommie-Waheed Evans, as well as pieces by Jennifer Backhaus and Amanda Kay White, Backhausdance associate artistic director.

Backhausdance, Orange County's critically acclaimed contemporary dance company, has performed extensively nationwide as well as internationally. Founded in 2003 by Jennifer Backhaus, award-winning choreographer and Chapman University faculty member, the company is celebrating its 20th anniversary season in 2022-2023. Backhausdance is the recipient of 10 Lester Horton Awards from the Dance Resource Center of Los Angeles for achievements in choreography, design and performance, quickly propelling the company to the forefront of contemporary dance in Southern California. In 2012 Backhausdance was honored by Arts Orange County with the Outstanding Arts Organization Award.
The company is committed to engaging and educating the community about the relevance and vitality of contemporary concert dance, both as a valuable art form and as a tool for learning, creative expression, healing and overall well-being.