Emily Ehling

Emily Ehling (she/her) is the Assistant Teaching Professor of Stage Movement and Dance at the University of Missouri's Department of Theatre and Performance Studies, housed within the College of Arts and Science. She holds a B.A. in Psychological & Brain Sciences and Dance, and an M.F.A. in Dance, both from Washington University in St. Louis. Her work bridges dance and theatre, emphasizing ethical, care-based rehearsal spaces and collaborative choreographic processes that prioritize human connection and empathy. She has produced five full-length contemporary dance premieres since 2019 and choreographed for organizations including RESILIENCE Dance Company and Modern American Dance Company 2. Her teaching and choreography draw from Horton Technique, Release Technique, and somatic practices.

Her research focuses on the intersection of dance and theatre processes, advocating for methodologies that nurture collaborative well-being. She has presented work at festivals nationwide and serves as a dance dramaturg for new works with RESILIENCE Dance Company. Though no formal grants or awards are listed, her contributions to contemporary dance and pedagogy highlight her commitment to ethical artistic practices.

Emily advises and mentors through her teaching roles and collaborations but no specific student names or grant details are provided in the text.