JAMIEL DEVERNAY-LAURENCE
Founder & Director

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Jamiel Devernay-Laurence is a creative force and entrepreneur, known as a producer of dance-based experiences for stage, screen, events, education, and professional development. With a career spanning performance and production across stage, screen, and live events, he is dedicated to bringing innovative, audience-first dance experiences to life. Throughout his journey, Jamiel has worked tirelessly to amplify diverse artistic voices, fostering collaborations with artists at every stage of their careers and building a platform that empowers the next generation of talent.

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From his beginnings as a performer, highlighted by dancing as a soloist with Scottish Ballet, to his role as a freelance dance filmmaker for the BBC, Jamiel’s career has been defined by his ability to blend creative vision with practical execution. His work seamlessly merges classical ballet, neo-classical, and contemporary dance forms, creating new narratives that engage both experienced dance enthusiasts and those new to the art form.

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Jamiel is driven by a deep commitment to creativity, innovation, and the well-being of everyone involved in his projects. Whether collaborating with world-renowned artists or mentoring emerging talent, his focus remains on pushing boundaries, exploring new possibilities, and delivering impactful experiences that resonate with audiences around the world.

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With a strong belief in the power of storytelling and community-driven growth, Jamiel continues to shape the future of dance, creating lasting change and inspiring the next wave of dance innovators.

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L A B E L S   F O U N D E D

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Fundamentally Dance | Ballet Nights | Ballet Nights New Voices | Jamiel Laurence Creation | #FundFreelanceDance | Lanterns Studio Theatre | The Nutcracker With a Twist | Rubicon Dance Company

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A P P O I N T M E N T S

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Executive Artistic Director - Ballet Nights | Managing Director - Fundamentally Dance | Project Manager - Lanterns Studio Theatre | Creative Director - Rubicon Dance Company | Part-Time Faculty Royal Conservatoire of Scotland 2019 - 2023 | OneDance UK Judge 2022/2023/2024

 

C H O R E O G R A P H E R​

 

Scottish Ballet | Cardiff City Council | Live Under The Stars | Ballet Nights | Ballet Nights New Voices | Edinburgh Fringe | The Queen’s Jubilee | Celtic Connections | Rubicon Dance Company | Royal Conservatoire of Scotland | Dance International Glasgow | Dance School of Scotland

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F I L M M A K E R

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BBC | BBC World Service | BBC Scotland | BBC Arts | 3Tone Records | The Peter Darrell Trust | OneDance UK | The John Byrne Award - Winner | Scottish Ballet Safe To Be Me

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H O S T   &   M C

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Ballet Nights | Ballet Nights New Voices | The Ballet Nights Podcast | Ballet Grand Prix | Club Noir​