Emma DeCaprio

Emma DeCaprio (they/them) is a movement and performance artist based in New York and Philadelphia. Emma began their dance training at Artistry Dance Project, where they studied under the direction of Kristina Leitenberger and Lori Lynch. At ADP, Emma performed in works by Tommy Scrivens, Christopher Ralph, and Sean Rosanski, among others. Emma continued their dance training at the University of the Arts (UArts) in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, where they  graduated with a BFA in Dance and a minor in Film. At UArts they had to opportunity to participate in works by: Katie Swords Thurman, Paul Matteson, Merce Cunningham, Wayne St. David, and Jordan Lloyd. Since graduating Emma has worked with Buglisi Dance Theater, Wendy Jehlen, and Shadowswell Dance Collective. Emma enjoys sharing their passion for dance and art with the next generation, and teaches students from ages 5-18.