Graham 2 is a dance company that draws from the most advanced students of the Martha Graham School.
Serving as a bridge between the Graham School and the Martha Graham Dance Company, the mission of Graham 2 is to elevate the Graham tradition to younger audiences, diverse cultural communities, and smaller venues all while serving as a springboard for young dancers before entering the professional dance world.
GRAHAM 2 DANCERS
Ashley Bromfield
Ashley Bromfield
ASHLEY BROMFIELD, born and raised in Kingston, Jamaica, began her dance training in ballet, studying under the Royal Academy of Dance. Whilst dedicated to her craft, she pursued a BBA in International Business, graduating Magna Cum Laude from Florida International University. Upon completing her ballet studies she was invited to join the National Dance Theatre Company of Jamaica at the age of 17 by current Artistic Director, Marlon Simms. Ashley dedicated eight (8) years to the company, eventually matriculating to soloist status. She is thrilled to be joining Graham 2 for her first season this year!
Instagram: @beccasoleil_
Yeowon Chae
Yeowon Chae
Diego Gómez
Diego Gómez
DIEGO GÓMEZ is a contemporary, modern dancer; and musical theater actor born and raised in Mexico. He started his artistic path at 20 years old with musical theatre and focused on dance a year later. In 2021 he graduated with a bachelor’s degree in contemporary dance (performing track) from Cenadac [National Center of Contemporary Dance]. He was part of the representative group “Epicentro” where he worked with choreographers from different parts of the world, such as Mexico, Colombia, Cuba and United States.
Instagram: @diegomez21
Madeleine Lee
Madeleine Lee
MADELEINE LEE grew up in Los Angeles, California and began her training at Julia Bourlina’s School of Classical Ballet. She attended the L.A County High School for the Arts and participated in the Ballet and Modern programs at the Colburn School. In 2019, she received a scholarship to attend the Ailey School in New York. Madeleine is now in the Advanced Studies Certificate program at the Martha Graham School.
Instagram: @themaddancer
Tiffany Marshall
Tiffany Marshall
Originally from Massachusetts, Tiffany began her dance training at The Gold School DanceArt as a member of Project Moves Dance Company. In May of 2023, she earned her degree in dance from the Alvin Ailey/Fordham University BFA program. While studying at Ailey, Tiffany performed in the re-staging of Martha Graham’s Steps in the Street, José Limón’s A Choreographic Offering, and Paul Taylor’s Runes. She also had the opportunity to perform contemporary works by Brice Mousset, Ethan Colangelo, and Mark Caserta. This is her first season with Graham 2!
Instagram: @tiffanyfawn01
Amanda Moreira
Amanda Moreira
AMANDA MOREIRA, originally from Roxbury, NJ, grew up dancing at a small competition studio before attending college at Marymount Manhattan College where she received her BFA in Dance and graduated Cum Laude in May 2022. While at Marymount she has performed works by Martha Graham, Twyla Tharp, Pascal Rioult, Sidra Bell, Jessica Lang, and Jennifer Archibald and has apprenticed with Parsons Dance during her senior year. After she graduated she joined Graham 2. Here she’s had the opportunity to perform lead roles from Graham’s repertory including ‘The Pussycat’ in The Owl and the Pussycat, ‘The Woman in Yellow’ in Diversion of Angels, as well as the solo Satyric Festival Song. She is currently in her second year of Graham 2 and is also in her first year as an Apprentice with the Martha Graham Dance Company.
Instagram: @amanda__nicole18
Max O’Connell
Max O'Connell
MAX O’CONNELL is originally from Cortland, New York, and is a recent graduate of UNCSA’s BFA Dance program. This is his first season with Graham 2 after a season with the First National Tour of “Fiddler on the Roof.” Max would like to thank his parents and friends for all their support, and special thanks to the Halpin family, Mr. Matt Pardo, Ms. Brenda Daniels, and Ms. Cara Rose DiPietro.
Instagram: @max_oconnell
Isabella Pagano
Isabella Pagano
ISABELLA PAGANO is a NYC based dancer and recent alumnas of Purchase College, graduating with a B.F.A in dance. Her passion and love for movement was first cultivated by the teachers of National Dance Institute from grades 4-8. From there, she began her first years of pre-professional training at LaGuardia High School, during which she also studied in the Teens Program at the Graham School. She has performed works by Bob Fosse, Bill T. Jones, MICHIYAYA, Blakeley White-McGuire, Caterina Rago, Darshan Singh Bhuller, and Joseph Hernandez and is currently in her third season with Buglisi Dance Theater. Isabella is thrilled to be returning to the Graham School for her first season as a dancer with Graham 2.
Grace Sautter
Grace Sautter
GRACE SAUTTER, born and raised in New York City, began her dance training at Steps on Broadway before attending Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School. She graduated Summa Cum Laude from Fordham University with a Double Major in English and Dance from Alvin Ailey. At Alvin Ailey she had the opportunity to perform works by Martha Graham, Alvin Ailey, Jose Limón, Paul Taylor, Mark Caserta, and Omar Roman de Jesus. She is a member of Buglisi Dance Theater and this is her first season with Graham 2!
Kathryn Taylor
Kathryn Taylor
KATHRYN TAYLOR was born and raised in Indianapolis, Indiana. In 2019, she graduated Summa Cum Laude from SUNY Purchase College with a BFA in Dance Performance and minor in Asian Studies. There she performed a variety of works by Tom Weinberger, Rena Butler, Lin Hwai-Min, Jose Limon, and Trisha Brown, among others. She also received a study abroad grant to study at The Taipei National University of the Arts for a semester. Kathryn is now studying in the Advanced Studies Certificate program at the Martha Graham School as well as a member of Graham 2.
Instagram: @katelitay
Justin Valentine
Justin Valentine
JUSTIN VALENTINE is a member of Graham 2 after being Principal Dancer at Columbia Classical Ballet. Justin performed in many galas in five continents, taught master classes, and coached students preparing for competition. Formal training began at Valentina Kozlova Dance Conservatory of NY. He won gold medals in international competitions for ballet and contemporary dance before beginning his professional career.
Instagram: @justinvalent_
GRAHAM 2 OFFERINGS
GRAHAM 2 brings an exhilarating dance experience to theaters, schools, community centers, and other venues. The performance begins with an introduction of GRAHAM 2 by the Artistic Director, a brief history of Martha Graham, and an overview of the dances to be performed. GRAHAM 2 will then perform works and excerpts from the Martha Graham repertory and of other choreographers who work in the Martha Graham tradition. Following the performance, the audience is treated to a full question / answer session with the Artistic Director, dancers, and technical crew.
This behind-the-scenes look reveals the preparation required to produce an evening of dance and for dancers to adapt to a new performance venue. The Stage Manager welcomes visitors and explains what happens in a “technical rehearsal,” such as setting lights, sound levels, and all “cues.” The audience will observe the dancers “spacing” the dances and learning entrances and exits. An open “tech” rehearsal includes a complete run-through of the work being rehearsed. The length of this offering depends upon the discretion of the presenter, as actual technical rehearsals run from 1 to 5 hours.
The Lecture Demonstration illustrates how a Martha Graham dancer is trained. GRAHAM 2 Director begins with a brief introduction about Martha Graham’s life, philosophy, and her impact on American Modern Dance and the fundamental elements of Ms.Graham’s technique are demonstrated by GRAHAM 2 dancers. The class proceeds from floor work to standing phrases to leaps across the floor and demonstrations of her dramatic falls to the floor. Then, excerpts from dances are presented and briefly commented on by the Artistic Director before each selection. A question and answer session for audience and dancers concludes the program. Lecture / Demonstrations last approximately one hour and can be adjusted to fit available time.
Master Classes provide a unique opportunity to explore the principles of the technique of Martha Graham, recognized as the foundation for contemporary dance forms that have followed. The Master Class consists of the three components that make up the Graham Technique Class: Floor Work, Center Work, and Across-the-Floor. The class is designed based upon the age group, skill level, and previous dance experience of the student body. The class may be taught at the Introductory, Intermediate, or Advanced technique level. Master Classes are taught by a faculty member of the Martha Graham School of Contemporary Dance and demonstrated by members of GRAHAM 2.
Each class is 1 1/2 hours in length and can accommodate 30 students based upon the size of the space available.
A Master class prior to an open rehearsal can be booked at the School.
A Lecture Demonstration followed by a Master Class lasts 2 hours.
The three classroom sections of the Master Class are shortened by 10 minutes each, followed by a video presentation of a dance choreographed by Martha Graham. We conclude with a question and answer discussion with the teacher, demonstrator, and students. Total time is 1 hour, 45 minutes.