H.T. Chen & Dancers is an innovative modern dance company which has created a uniquely Asian-American expression by embodying its cultural heritage. Infusing Western modern dance with the strength and beauty of Asian aesthetics, the Company's dynamic style has enchanted audiences across the United States, Europe and Asia since its inception in 1978.

H.T. Chen (Artistic Director, Chen Dance Center) is a leading Asian-American artist; working as a choreographer, performer and arts advocate for three decades. Born in Shanghai, China and raised in Taiwan, Mr. Chen has been a resident of New York City since 1971. Mr. Chen is a graduate of the University of Chinese Culture in Taiwan, The Juilliard School in New York City, and New York University's Department of Dance Professions, where he received his Masters Degree in Dance Education. In New York, he also studied at the Martha Graham School of Contemporary Dance and was a scholarship student at the American Dance Center.

As a professional choreographer, Mr. Chen is a positive voice for his community, speaking with power and honesty from a distinct perspective, describing his experiences and influences through his work. This important artistic statement combines a repertoire of dances rooted in Chinese legend and folktales which, when fused with Mr. Chen's awareness and insight, enlightens audiences both familiar and unfamiliar with Asian culture.

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BIG BROTHER
Inspired by recent true-life stories of Chinese-Americans being put on trial or imprisoned for alleged espionage, Big Brother creates a world full of distrust, secrets, confrontation, and the evil watching eye.

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H.T. Chen and Dancers is known for offering residencies that are a unique blend of performance and education perfect for all ages.

Cultural education programs can simply entertain, or they can educate and provide an experience that encourages audiences to grow. Suitable for lower, middle, and upper school students, H.T. Chen & Dancers' lecture/demonstration series and interactive workshops de-mystify the process of choreography while providing a valuable lesson in Chinese history and culture.