Luna Negra Dance Theater's distinctive style blends the discipline of ballet with the dynamic movements of contemporary dance, infused with the explosive energy of Latin and Afro-Caribbean dance forms. The company prides itself on presenting the works of renowned Latino master choreographers as well as up and coming Latino choreographers such as Vicente Nebrada, José Limón, Septime Webre, Edgar Zendejas, Michelle Manzanales and others.

The company also collaborates with artists of other disciplines, including visual and media artists, musicians and composers, and has worked on exceptional collaborations with world renowned artists and organizations such as Peruvian singer Susana Baca, Chicago Sinfonietta, Tiempo Libre and Ravinia Festival. These collaborations have fostered innovative cross disciplinary explorations resulting in richly textured and highly original, contemporary dance theater.

Pedro Ruiz

Choreographer

Pedro Ruiz is a renowned choreographer and dancer who was born and trained in Cuba, as well as in Venezuela. In a 21-year career with Ballet Hispanico as its principal dancer, Ruiz also choreographed three critically acclaimed ballets for the...