About Us
At Bare Dance YYC, our mission is to cultivate a community of dancers and choreographers who tell powerful, cinematic stories through movement, emotion, and character. We are more than a dance company — we are a creative collective of storytellers, innovators, and collaborators. Our productions are plot-driven and cinematic, designed to resonate with audiences of all backgrounds while preparing artists for careers that extend beyond the stage. Through mentorship, professional development, and industry connections, we provide opportunities to perform, create, and experiment across live performance, film, and digital media. For dancers, this means bold roles that challenge technical and expressive abilities; for choreographers, it’s a platform to develop meaningful, narrative-driven works and expand creative vision.
At Bare, every project is an opportunity to grow, innovate, and leave a lasting impact.
What We Offer
Cinematic Storytelling
Perform in productions with rich, compelling storylines, multi-dimensional characters, and emotional depth that captivate like feature films.
Dancers develop strong performance skills, while choreographers create narrative-driven pieces that push artistic boundaries and tell meaningful stories.
Professional Footage
& Photography
Each season, productions are professionally filmed and photographed, providing polished, industry-ready materials. These videos and photos are essential for building portfolios, audition reels, and promotional tools that open doors to future opportunities.
Festival & Performance Opportunities
Beyond mainstage shows, dancers and choreographers showcase work in local festivals, site-specific performances, and collaborative experimental projects. These platforms expand artistic range, expose artists to new audiences, and foster innovation in both performance and choreography.
On-Camera Training
Through workshops and film projects, dancers and choreographers develop skills for screen work, adapting movement and storytelling for music videos, commercials, narrative films, and digital content. This training broadens versatility and prepares artists for performing across mediums.
Portfolio Development
We support dancers and choreographers in building comprehensive digital portfolios with high-quality videos, professional photos, and behind-the-scenes content. These portfolios document growth and serve as powerful tools for securing gigs, commissions, or collaborations.
Industry Connections
& Career Growth
Our company hosts guest workshops, Q&As, and networking events with choreographers, directors, producers, and other creatives. We offer audition coaching, choreography mentorship, and career guidance to equip artists with skills, connections, and confidence for their careers beyond Bare Dance.
Aurelle Saraceni
Company Director/Founder
Aurelle has studied dance extensively in her post-studio career, continuing to expand her artistry through performance, choreography, and creative direction. An avid creator, she is known for her innovative ideas and cinematic approach to storytelling in dance. Aurelle constantly challenges her dancers to push beyond the expected, becoming part of unique and boundary-breaking work that leaves a lasting impact on both performers and audiences.
This company wouldn’t be possible without Aurelle’s vision, leadership, and highly skilled organizational abilities, which guide BARE toward bold, creative projects and inspire dancers to take their training to the next level.
In addition to BARE, Aurelle owns a creative tattooing company, further demonstrating her entrepreneurial spirit and dedication to cultivating artistic communities across disciplines.
Brianne Martin
Creative Director
Brianne is a highly experienced choreographer, performer, and educator with over 15 years in the industry. Her career has taken her from Los Angeles—where she performed with artists such as Far East Movement and Wiz Khalifa—to Calgary, where she has helped shape the contemporary dance scene through innovative choreography, creative show direction, and mentorship of emerging dancers. She brings a cinematic approach to storytelling and a bold, imaginative vision to every production.
As BARE’s Creative Director, Brianne’s award-winning choreography and dedication to developing unique, boundary-pushing works guide both dancers and choreographers to take risks and embrace their individual artistic voices. Her leadership continues to elevate BARE’s productions, inspiring performers and audiences while leaving a lasting impact on Calgary’s contemporary dance community.