Barnhill Movement Collective - BMC

08/21/2026

SAVE THE DATE!

Barnhill Movement Collective - the professional dance company of Create A Space NOW, presents our debut concert…

“WHAT WE CARRY”
Sunday, September 27, 2026
4:30 PM
GE Theatre at Proctors, Schenectady, NY

An evening-length performance exploring the visible and invisible weight we carry as individuals and communities through themes of identity, labor, democracy, resilience, anxiety, power, and healing.

Blending contemporary dance, physical theater, storytelling, and interdisciplinary design, *WHAT WE CARRY* introduces a
bold new artistic voice to New York's Capital Region while centering embodied storytelling and socially engaged performance.

This company is made up of artists who live, work, teach, and create throughout the region. We are artists committed to movement, activism, collaboration, and community.

Original choreography by Founder & Artistic Director, Hettie Barnhill.

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https://secure.proctorscollaborative.org/overview/what-we-carry-2026

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"WHAT WE CARRY" is the inaugural concert of the Barnhill Movement Collective (BMC), a contemporary and physical theatre dance company rooted in New York’s Capital Region and founded by award-winning choreographer and director Hettie Barnhill under Create A Space NOW. This evening-length performanc...

07/31/2026

Join award-winning choreographer and educator Hettie Barnhill of Create A Space NOW for an energizing 90-minute Afrobeats community dance workshop this Wednesday August 5th as part of our Arts in the City Series at The Fuzebox 🫶 Rooted in joy, culture, rhythm, and connection, this all-levels class invites participants to explore the vibrant movement vocabulary of Afrobeats while building confidence, musicality, and community.
Whether you’re an experienced dancer or stepping into the studio for the first time, you’ll leave feeling empowered, inspired, and fully present. Come move, sweat, celebrate, and experience the power of dance to bring people together. This event is family friendly and free to attend. Starts at 5pm! Shout out to our sponsors

05/29/2026

Introducing BMC Artistic Director Hettie Barnhill!

“Movement is essential. We are not stagnant being. Change, life, and progress require action. Dance connects us to our past, our inner voice, and our bodies while also propelling us forward. Many of the most powerful moments in history began with a movement.“

Working with this incredible group of artists has reaffirmed that I am exactly where I am meant to be. BMC has brought more love, depth, meaningful conversations, friendship, and humility into my life. I am excited to choreograph new work and to present our first full dance concert here in the Capital Region.

Fun Fact:
Hettie’s favorite genre of music changes often, but right now it is African Gospel.

05/29/2026

Introducing BMC Associate Director André Robles!

“Dance speaks the ways and means of physical life. BMC has grounded a deeper understanding of dance, and how dance, and movement is for everyone.“

Being able to make connections with fellow movers is essential to BMC’s purpose and goals.

Fun Fact:
André’s favorite genre of music is R&B.

05/29/2026

Introducing BMC Company Member At Large Aminah Hopewell!

“BMC is a one of a kind dance company. BMC has showed me that dance has no boundaries and no singular aesthetic. In BMC, we go beyond just movement. There’s purpose behind even our breathing. BMC has showed me that dance is more than what society decides is exceptional.”

I am beyond happy to be on the Social Media Engagement and Outreach team for BMC. I’m especially excited to see what the members at large piece is going to be for the annual performance in the fall!

Fun Fact:
Aminah’s favorite genre of music is Underground Hip-Hop/Trap and Soul.

05/05/2026

Grateful for this beautiful recap video capturing Create A Space NOW’s production of Head Of The Table: The School Assemblies.

The Barnhill Movement Collective had an incredible time performing and engaging with students across each school. This work creates space for conversation, reflection, and connection and what stood out most was just how deeply students leaned in. They were present, responsive, and courageous in their reflections. The feedback we received in these intimate settings was both powerful and affirming.

This is the kind of work that reminds us: art is not just meant to entertain, it is meant to transform.
We are honored to be in collaboration with schools in Schenectady through Create A Space NOW, bringing ‘The Head Of The Table’ to life. This immersive production lives at the intersection of arts and activism, inviting students into meaningful dialogue and creative exploration around resilience, trust, communication, power dynamics, consent, and healing.

Through theater, movement, and facilitated conversation, students are not only witnessing the work, they are engaging with it, questioning it, and connecting it to their own lived experiences. That is where the shift happens.
Thank you to the Schenectady school community for trusting us with your students and for welcoming this work into your spaces.

To learn more about The Head Of The Table and other programs, visit createaspacenow.org
SchenectadyArts CommunityImpact

04/03/2026

Introducing BMC Company Member At Large Jared Cheng!

“Being part of BMC has shown me how important and powerful activism through dance is. It is also really cool to be dancing with people from all walks of life and being one of the youngest, I feel very blessed to have this opportunity.”

Movement/dance is as important as every form of art. I believe that art is a very powerful medium and a language that everyone can speak and understand. Through art we can come together regardless of background, culture, or divides.

Fun Fact:
Jared’s favorite genre of music is jazzy hip-hop.

04/03/2026

Introducing BMC Company Member At Large Amelia Brownell!

“Dance carries/transmits history and culture, and it is a vital part of any healthy society. I am looking forward to spending more time with the company and cherishing the wonderful community.”

Amelia believes that dance is courage, and BMC reminds her that dancing together is healing, especially in times of political turmoil.

Fun Fact:
Amelia’s favorite genre of music is house.

04/03/2026

Introducing BMC Company Member At Large Christianna Poblete!

“Movement and dance are imperative to society. It is one of the most human forms of expression that has lived and breathed alongside the journey of human civilization from the start. It is an art that has impacted our community and the world in so many ways and is much more powerful than people give it credit for.”

I am looking forward to building connections in our BMC community and seeing all of the amazing pieces that are produced from these incredible and unique group of artists.

Fun Fact:
Christiana’s favorite genre of music is indie pop.