Chaddick Dance Theater was founded by choreographer Cheryl Chaddick in Austin in 2007. A native Texan and an accomplished artist, she moved to Austin from San Francisco, drawn by the people of Texas and the vibrant art scene.
Company Chaddick, Cheryl's company in San Francisco, was one of the most acclaimed and imaginative of the modern dance companies in the Bay Area. Founded in 1985 by dancer, teacher, choreographer Cheryl Chaddick, this dynamic dance ensemble consistently earned accolades from the critics. Company Chaddick turned out “full-bodied and gorgeously phrased choreography” (SF Bay Guardian) to the delight and satisfaction of Bay Area audiences. Company Chaddick has forged a movement style characterized by “splendid partnering, fluidity, and generosity of spirit” (SF Chronicle), that is principally based on the Artistic Director’s freedom, energy and playfulness, and imbued with emotional resonance that offers new insight into the human condition.
Ms. Chaddick's work springs from the joys, agonies and ordinariness of modern life. Her themes have ranged from spiritual crisis (Batter My Heart) to the rawness of addiction (Dragons), from the bio-rhythms of life (Inner Springs) to the challenging world of corporate politics (Hard Drive). Works such as these, which reflect the experiences of the dancers, the audience and the community, distinguished Company Chaddick during its 21 years in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Now in its third year, Cheryl's new company, Chaddick Dance Theater, expands on that history with new work that is inspired by and created in Texas. And she continues her work as a master teacher, offering intermediate and advanced technique classes, master classes and workshops to the dance community of Austin.