Augusto Soledade

Augusto Soledade is a Professor in the School of Theatre + Dance / Dance at the University of Florida. He is the Founder, Artistic Director, and resident choreographer of Augusto Soledade Brazzdance in Miami. His career spans over two decades, marked by significant achievements in choreography and cultural initiatives.

Education:

• M.F.A. in Dance, SUNY Brockport (1998)
• Journalism degree, Federal University of Bahia (Brazil)
• Modern dance training at Federal University of Bahia

Research interests include contemporary dance, choreography, and cultural arts advocacy. He has pioneered initiatives like the Miami Dance Mecca Project, positioning Miami as a global contemporary dance hub.

Key Awards & Grants:

• 2008 Guggenheim Fellowship in Choreography
• 2012 Knight Arts Challenge Grant
• Repeated Miami Dade Choreographer’s Fellowships (2005, 2008, 2016)
• Florida Individual Artist Fellowship (multiple years)

Grants include National Performance Network funds, Northampton Arts Council support, and Smith College research grants. His work emphasizes cultural exchange and dance education.