Sam Neas was born and raised in Atlanta, GA, and began his dance training at Studio 23 under the direction of Shannon Childers-Brown. Sam lived in Los Angeles for about ten years where he performed in various shows, including the television show Angie Tribeca. Sam has trained extensively with and assisted many choreographers and educators such as, Marguerite Derricks, Melody Lacayanga, and Stacey Hamada-Orleans. Most notably, Sam was a selected choreographer for the 2020 Capezio ACE Awards, a prestigious choreography competition held in Hollywood, CA. Founded in 2023, Sam is the creator and artistic director of a professional contemporary company; Articulate Dance Company.
Sam’s passion for teaching and choreographing has provided him with the opportunity to teach at world renowned studios such as Broadway Dance Center and Steps on Broadway in New York City. Sam has become a highly sought after choreographer, with his work receiving numerous choreography awards as well as a nominations for Choreography of the Year at the Industry Dance Awards. Prior to moving to New York City, Sam was resident faculty at Project 21 from 2019-2022, under the direction of Molly Long. In 2023, Sam presented his debut evening-length choreography with his company, Articulate Dance Company, in Atlanta, Georgia, as well as choreography at the Peridance Studios Legacy Week Choreography Showcase held in New York, NY. Along with these opportunities, Sam has presented work on various professional companies, including Affinity Dance Company. He has also enjoyed traveling nationally with the dance convention In Studio Dance as a contemporary teacher. His goal in teaching and choreographing is to challenge and expand the dancers comfort zone while creating an enthusiastic and constructive environment.
Articulate Dance Company will be performing “Wish You Were Here” at Small Plates Austin 2024.
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