Bridge Street Dance

Bridge Street Dance is a container for exploring the human experience through movement.

Through curated events such as shows, workshops, and residencies, we create spaces in Upstate New York where creativity, authenticity, and artistic growth can thrive. Dance, for us, is a way to turn inner experiences into something shared and seen.

We aim to build meaningful connections between dancers, students, and audiences, and to celebrate those who blend styles to create something uniquely their own. Not every dancer fits neatly into one box…and that's exactly why Bridge Street Dance exists.

About our Producer

Francesca Avani is a devoted dancer with 14 years of experience, merging her foundation in fusion belly dance with the style of waving, a form she has been studying and evolving with since the pandemic. Her genre-blending style channels expression beyond words, driven by her passion for authenticity.

Based in Catskill, NY, she has been producing Bridge Street Dance since 2017, curating intensives, residencies, and showcases that foster exploration and connection. Francesca continues to explore her own path through dance while empowering others to find their voice in movement.