The mission of Noumenon Dance Ensemble is to elevate dance artists of varying genders, ethnicities, and physiques, making professional dance relatable and accessible to a more diverse audience.

 

To accomplish this, the mission is divided into two primary areas of focus. The first is to elevate dance artists of varying genders, ethnicities, and physiques, fostering an environment of diversity and representation. Noumenon nurtures a safe and stimulating atmosphere, promoting the growth of these artists through inspiration and opportunity.

 

Noumenon offers gender neutral-casting, body aware costuming, and choreographic work focused in real human experiences. Studying techniques including ballet, Horton, Graham, and contemporary, the work of the company is athletic and emotionally charged.

 

Noumenon leadership believes a professional dance environment should be built on trust and transparency. Dancers are given the opportunity to collaborate and build artistry together with the artistic leadership.

 

The second component of the Noumenon mission is to reach a diverse audience, furthering the advancement of queer arts. Noumenon does this through its outreach program and promotional content, extending the mission to new audiences throughout Chicago.

 

Noumenon has expanded the reach of this mission by offering those communities it serves content which is above all, relatable. The choreographic storytelling is theatrical in nature and performances take audience members through emotional experiences as they relate to the topics the works address.