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Kudos to the Richland Library for expanding their arts horizons by bringing in a nationally recognized Dance Artist as their Artist-in-Residence!
From our friends at Richland Library :
Richland Library is pleased to welcome nationally recognized dance artist, choreographer, and educator Angela M. Gallo as the Spring 2026 Artist-in-Residence, with a residency running January 5 through June 12, 2026.
Gallo brings decades of experience as a dynamic artist and arts educator whose work explores themes of identity, transformation, memory, and resilience. She is the Artistic Director of Sapphire Moon Dance Company and serves as Dean and Professor of Dance Emeritus at Coker University. Her extensive teaching career includes work with the Joffrey Ballet Summer Intensive in Miami, Peridance Center, New York Dance Center, Hartford Ballet School, Greater Hartford Academy for the Arts, the University of Michigan, and Southeastern School of Ballet.
During her residency, Gallo will maintain office hours on Tuesdays and Sundays from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m., offering opportunities for community members to connect, ask questions, and engage in creative dialogue.Throughout the residency, Gallo will present a robust lineup of workshops and movement-based experiences designed for participants of all ages and abilities. These offerings will integrate dance, somatics, Pilates, and creative exploration to support physical, mental, and emotional wellness while fostering creativity and self-expression. Planned programs include yoga and creative movement for children and adults, as well as “Choreographing Our Stories,” a workshop focused on creating short dances inspired by personal experiences.
The residency will officially kick off with Meet the Artist: Angela Gallo on January 22, 2026, held in the Richland Library Theater. This introductory event will give attendees the opportunity to learn about Gallo’s artistic journey, creative process, and vision for the residency, followed by an informal conversation with the artist.