Drew Scammell and Levi Coy

by Beth Elliott

Originally from upstate New York, Drew Scammell (he/they) now lives in Washington, DC, and dances/choreographs across the DMV area. He has danced with Compañia Medusa, the Effervescence Collective, Capitol Movement, the Rae Grey Dance Collective, and various individual choreographers. He has also worked extensively with Kyoko Fujimoto, Will Miller, Zachary Frazee, Caitlin Mahon, Cynthia Williams, and Bill Evans. He graduated from Hobart and William Smith Colleges in 2018 with degrees in Physics (B.S.), Mathematics (B.A.), and Dance (B.A.). Building off his education in physics and mathematics, Drew’s choreography thematically explores physical principles, logic, and patterns in the context of human relationships. His movement is rooted in stability, athleticism, and floorwork. Outside of dance, Drew works at the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), contributing to their mission of advancing science, engineering, and innovation throughout the world for the benefit of all.

Instagram @drewscamms

Levi Coy (they/he) is a queer choreographer, director, performer, filmmaker, and educator. Since graduating from Ball State University in 2019 with a BFA in Dance, Levi has broadened their horizons by relocating to Baltimore, MD. Here, Levi’s artistry has been showcased through performances in the DMV area with companies including Kinetics Dance Company, GRIDLOCK Dance, Extreme Lengths Productions, and Orange Grove Dance. As an educator, Levi serves as an Adjunct faculty member for the Howard Community College dance program as well as an instructor and choreographer for the Kinetics Dance Theatre Youth Ensemble. Most recently, Levi has been drawn to the transformative power of dance on film, embracing it as an expansive medium where choreography and cinematic storytelling meet, opening up new pathways for creative discovery and expression.

Instagram @levi_coy_

@thimsdancecompany

A dancer lifts another dancer off the ground with one hand, both performing on a dark stage lit with red lighting.
Two dancers positioned in an intimate pose under blue stage lighting, set against a dark background.
Two dancers on stage during a performance, lying on the floor under red lighting, conveying a sense of expression and movement.
Two dancers perform under blue lighting, with one dancer standing on the other's back in an expressive pose. The performers wear tattered clothing, emphasizing a dynamic and emotional scene in a darkened space.
Two dancers performing a contemporary dance piece on stage under blue lighting, showcasing a dynamic interaction and physicality.
Categories: 2026 NOVA, Artists, Choreographer