History and impact go hand in hand for LED - Collaborative Dance. The company was founded by Lauren Edson, a recognized choreographer and artistic director, alongside Andrew Stensaas, the creative director and composer whose work amplifies the movement with live musical elements. In 2020, Dance Magazine named LED one of the 25 to Watch, reflecting their rising influence in contemporary dance. The Boise community has also celebrated the ensemble with the Mayor’s Award for Artistic Excellence for an Emerging Organization, underscoring their commitment to artistic growth and regional engagement.
Discography highlights (recent first) include the Artificial Flowers Demo Tape (2019), Intergalactic Mixtape EP (2017), This Way to the Egress (2017), and This Side of Paradise (2016). These works showcase LED’s evolving sound and aesthetic, pairing modern choreography with inventive scores and multimedia design.
Upcoming shows and developments include LED’s 2024 live performances at venues like Morrison Center in Boise and other Northwest locations, as well as the 2025 move into a dedicated venue/theatre space at The Dixon in Garden City, Idaho. Stay tuned for date announcements and ticket availability as LED continues to bring bold, accessible contemporary dance to audiences across the region.
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