Antonio Hudnell

Antonio Hudnell

From the mean streets of Washington, D.C. Antonio Hudnell bloomed like a rose into an internationally renowned dancer, choreographer and visual artist. Originally a ballet boy, Antonio switched sides and combined his tap, ballet, and contemporary skill to become a commercial success. Antonio is seen on stage alongside the big names: Janet, Bieber, Usher, Chris, Missy, Pharrell -- you name em' he's worked with them. After years of making his own mark in major commercials, feature films and music videos, Antonio saw an opportunity to assist other creative team members, whether directors or producers.

Working with the best dance talent in various genres all over the world affords the LA-based choreographer the rare ability to get exactly what's needed from hired talent. Whether working as a movement coach, creative director or choreographer on set, Antonio delivers on highly technical, creative and astonishing performances.

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Credits include:
Artists: Janet Jackson, Missy Elliott, Usher, Chris Brown, Ciara, Muni Long, Omarion, Pharrell, Ne-Yo, Justin Bieber

Film & TV: In the Heights, Step Up, FAME, The Wiz (LIVE), Good Trouble, The Voice, The Oscars, Dancing with the Stars

Brands: NIKE, Samsung, Mastercard, Target, Remy Martin, and more.

After 20 years of artistic creation and community engagement, L.A. Contemporary Dance concludes its journey as an organization as of January 9, 2026.

Founded to showcase dance in Los Angeles, LACDC evolved into a home for collective artistry where performances were crafted by choreographers and dancers alongside playwrights, composers, designers, filmmakers, photographers, stage managers, technicians — an incredible team whose imaginative work gave shape and emotional depth to our repertory. These collaborations brought contemporary dance to life in ways that were bold, explorative, expressive, and accessible.

Through live events, digital experiences, and educational programming, LACDC cultivated environments rooted in curiosity, belonging, and learning without judgment. The organization consistently asked how contemporary dance might better reflect and serve the community around it, valuing discovery over mastery and process alongside performance.

This vision was made possible thanks to the creativity and leadership of our Artistic Directors, Executive Directors, Managing Directors, and Company Staff:

Artistic Leadership

Kate Hutter Mason — Artistic Director & Co-founder (2005–2015)
Genevieve Carson — Artistic Director (2016–2020)
Jamila Glass — Artistic Director (2021–2025)

Executive & Managing Leadership

Michelle Jolly — Executive Director & Co-founder (2005–2009)
Lauren Dragicevich — Managing Director (2009–2013)
Eva Angeloff — Managing Director (2013–2018)
Napoleon Gladney — Executive Director (2019–2025)

We are profoundly grateful to all who have left their fingerprints on the organization. This work would not have been possible without the support of our board members, donors, producers, presenters, community partners, volunteers, students, audiences, friends, and family — all who believed in this work. You made it possible.

While LACDC as an organization is closing, the values we cultivated continue forward through the relationships formed here and in all of you.

To anyone considering starting a company or pursuing a dream project — do it. Start now. Don’t wait for the opportunity; be the opportunity. We need your voice and creative work more than ever.

Thank you for being part of this extraordinary journey.

L.A. Contemporary Dance
(2005–2025)