M I S S I O N   &    H I S T O R Y

M i s s i o n
To foster awareness and appreciation of modern dance throughout
Central Florida.

To offer a diverse range of choreographic works, including classical, athletic, abstract, highly stylized and humorous.

To educate our youth through programs that infuse core academic
curriculum with creative movement and dance.

V i s i o n
The vision of Voci Dance is to expose Central Florida’s diverse
population to a unique modern dance experience. Voci is
committed to strengthening the potential creative and economic
growth of a city that is striving to cultivate a “world class” community.

H i s t o r y
Voci Dance, originally founded as Voci Dance Group in 2000, was a dancer’s collective that has transformed itself since its premier at the 2001 Orlando International Fringe Theatre Festival. In 2003 Voci Dance Group earned its status as a non-profit company, becoming Voci Dance, Inc. During this time, Voci Dance developed several educational programs and fervently seeks opportunities to educate K-12 students. The programs are aligned with the Florida State Sunshine Standards and integrate language arts, social studies, science and problem solving skills with creative movement skills. Voci’s 2006-2007 performance season brought about changes in leadership, as founder Adrienne Nichols stepped down as Executive Director. Kelli Cummins, who has worked with Voci since 2003, will fulfill the Executive Director duties while founding member Genevieve Bernard will serve as Artistic Director. The Company commissions work by nationally renowned artists and also collaborates with local arts organizations. Kelli and Genevieve are eager to reintroduce this hardworking and talented Company and hope to reestablish old ties as well as form new relationships with a community they are proud to call home.