The Official Website of
Kayla
“Kay” Kurns
Dancer · Choreographer · Educator · Director
Chicago-based artist creating meaningful experiences through movement — on stage, on screen and in the studio.
01 — Her Story
Movement that
feeds the soul.
Kay’s dance journey began at the age of seven. Self-taught at first, she went on to train in ballet, hip-hop, jazz, modern, West African, contemporary and tap — and began teaching at just 15. Today she performs, choreographs and directs across film, music videos, live performances and commercial projects.
Read More02 — Experience
On the stage & in the studio
On the stage
- 2025Chance the Rapper — Dancer
- 2025Theater 47 Company — Principal Dancer
- 2026Black Legacy Dance Project — Dancer
- 2023–26Continental Pageant — Dancer
In the studio
- Co-DirectorAustin Lo’ren — Teacher & Co-Director
- ChoreographerTriple Threat Divas, City Nation Studios, Pulse Dance Company & more
- JudgeShine Your Light & I Love Dance competitions
- EducationB.A. in Dance, Columbia College Chicago
03 — Image Gallery
In frame
04 — Video Gallery
In motion
05 — Calendar
Upcoming events
06 — Bookings
Bring her to your stage —
or your studio.
Choreography · Competition pieces · Private lessons · Workshops · Special events
07 — Agency